Pikes Peak Region Events
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Regional event calendar
There’s always something happening in the Pikes Peak region. From festivals and live performances to family-friendly fun, our friends at Peak Radar keep track of it all. Explore what’s coming up on their community events calendar.
Events for September 2026
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Downtown Acacia Park Summer Concert Series
Sep 17 - Sep 24
Thu, Sep 17 @ 6:00 pm
Thu, Sep 24 @ 6:00 pm
The Famous Flying W Chuckwagon Dinner Show
Sep 17 - Oct 17
Sun, Sep 13 @ 5:00 pm
Thu, Sep 17 @ 5:00 pm
Fri, Sep 18 @ 5:00 pm
Sat, Sep 19 @ 5:00 pm
Sun, Sep 20 @ 5:00 pm
Thu, Sep 24 @ 5:00 pm
Fri, Sep 25 @ 5:00 pm
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Haunted Manitou Historic Downtown Ghost Tour
Sep 17 - Oct 31
Sun, Sep 13 @ 7:30 pm
Sun, Sep 13 @ 9:00 pm
Thu, Sep 17 @ 7:30 pm
Thu, Sep 17 @ 9:00 pm
Fri, Sep 18 @ 7:30 pm
Fri, Sep 18 @ 9:00 pm
Sat, Sep 19 @ 7:30 pm
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Cripple Creek and Victor Mine Tours
Sep 17 - Oct 31
Sun, Sep 13 @ 10:00 am
Sun, Sep 13 @ 1:00 pm
Thu, Sep 17 @ 10:00 am
Thu, Sep 17 @ 1:00 pm
Fri, Sep 18 @ 10:00 am
Fri, Sep 18 @ 1:00 pm
Sat, Sep 19 @ 10:00 am
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Fri, Sep 18 @ 6:00 pm
Fri, Sep 18 @ 7:30 pm
Sat, Sep 19 @ 6:00 pm
Sep 17, 2026 - Sep 24, 2026
Downtown Acacia Park Summer Concert Series
Presented by Dizzy Charlie's Music & Events at Acacia Park Colorado Springs, CO
Grab a picnic from your favorite local downtown restaurant and don’t forget your lawn chair or blanket. Rotating local bands each week, 6-8 pm. June 4 Chronic Funk Disorder June 11 719 Band June 18 Funkology June 25 Rafiel and the Roomshakers July 2 Soapdish July 9 Deborah Stafford and The Night Stalkers July 16 Dizzy w a Dame July 23 Tasty House July 30 Shakin Like Sammy August 6 Jacob Larson Band August 13 Delta Sonics August 20 Reid Poole & the Night Owls August 27 Collective Groove Sept 3 Blue Delta- Air Force Sept 10 Good For Nothin Band Sept 17 Falconaires Sept 24 Val Chilmer This calendar listing is brought to you by Peak Radar, the Pikes Peak region's one-stop, online website for arts and entertainment events, powered by the Cultural Office of the Pikes Peak Region.
Sep 17, 2026 - Oct 17, 2026
The Famous Flying W Chuckwagon Dinner Show
Presented by Flying W Ranch at Flying W Ranch Colorado Springs, CO
For over 70 years, the Flying W Ranch has been welcoming guests of all ages to Colorado Springs’ only Chuckwagon Dinner Show—a Western tradition unlike anything else in the region. Loosen your belt and fill up your tin plate with a hearty cowboy-style barbecue dinner with all the fixins’ – served the classic chuckwagon way. Then get ready for a lively evening of stirring Western music and humorous tall tales from the Flying W Wranglers, the second-oldest Western band in the world. The show this year features a special 150/250 celebration of our State's and Nation's birthday. Arrive early to explore the Western Grounds, meet our friendly ranch animals, try your hand at roping and other cowboy skills, do some shopping, and see vibrant demonstrations by Osage Nation dancers. It’s a night of food, music, and frontier charm your family will never forget. This calendar listing is brought to you by Peak Radar, the Pikes Peak region's one-stop, online website for arts and entertainment events, powered by the Cultural Office of the Pikes Peak Region.
Sep 17, 2026 - Oct 31, 2026
Haunted Manitou Historic Downtown Ghost Tour
Presented by Haunted Manitou at Manitou Springs Memorial Park Manitou Springs, CO
Step beyond the veil and wander the shadowed streets of Manitou Springs on a 75-minute haunted walking tour filled with chilling legends, forgotten history, and restless spirits that refuse to leave the mountains behind. As twilight settles over downtown, your guide will lead you through dimly lit alleyways and streets to view historic buildings, and explore hidden corners where strange encounters have been whispered about for generations. Hear tales of ghostly apparitions, curses, witchcraft, and the lingering energy said to haunt the springs themselves. From eerie Victorian-era stories to spine-tingling paranormal sightings, every stop reveals another layer of Manitou’s haunted past. You may feel a cold breath at your shoulder… hear footsteps where no one walks… or catch a glimpse of something watching from the darkness. Perfect for believers, skeptics, thrill-seekers, and curious wanderers alike, this spirited adventure blends history, mystery, humor, and just the right amount of fear into an unforgettable evening beneath the shadow of the Rockies. Come walk with the spirits… if you dare. This calendar listing is brought to you by Peak Radar, the Pikes Peak region's one-stop, online website for arts and entertainment events, powered by the Cultural Office of the Pikes Peak Region.
Sep 17, 2026 - Oct 31, 2026
Cripple Creek and Victor Mine Tours
Presented by Victor Lowell Thomas Museum at Victor Lowell Thomas Museum Victor, CO
Visitors to the historic gold camps of Cripple Creek and Victor now have an opportunity to explore the region’s rich mining legacy through exciting modern mine tours that showcase both historic traditions and today’s large-scale gold mining operations. Set high in the scenic mountains west of Pikes Peak, the Cripple Creek & Victor Mining District remains one of Colorado’s most productive gold regions. Guests can experience firsthand how modern mining technology works while learning about the district’s legendary gold rush history that transformed the area in the late 1890s. This calendar listing is brought to you by Peak Radar, the Pikes Peak region's one-stop, online website for arts and entertainment events, powered by the Cultural Office of the Pikes Peak Region.
Sep 18, 2026
Cathartic Fall in the Park | Live Outdoor Headphone Concert in Colorado Springs
Presented by Cathartic Fall at Memorial Park - Criterium Cricket Ground Colorado Springs, CO
Put on a pair of wireless headphones and settle into an immersive experience of music and self-reflection. Through ambient piano, guitar, layered instrumentation, voice, and cinematic soundscapes, the outside world begins to fade into the background. Rather than sitting in rows watching a performance, you’re invited to experience the music in whatever way feels natural to you. Find a place in the grass. Sit, lay down, stretch, journal, dance, or simply close your eyes and listen. There isn’t a right way to experience the evening—only an opportunity to slow down, step away from distraction, and spend a little time fully present. Because every performance is improvised, no two evenings are ever the same. The Experience A live cinematic performance of piano, voice, ambient textures, and layered instrumentation, created entirely in real time An intimate listening experience delivered through wireless headphones The freedom to experience the music however feels right—whether that’s resting, reflecting, journaling, moving, or simply listening A shared evening with others that still feels deeply personal An opportunity to unplug, slow down, and reconnect with the present moment Before You Arrive Please arrive a few minutes early to check in and receive your wireless headphones. Headphones are included with your ticket and are available in limited quantity, so we recommend reserving your spot in advance. What to Bring Bring whatever will help you settle in comfortably for the evening: A blanket, meditation cushion, or low lawn chair Water to stay hydrated A light layer as the evening cools Is…
Sep 18, 2026
Star Party at Garden of the Gods Visitor & Nature Center
Presented by Garden of the Gods Visitor & Nature Center at Garden of the Gods Visitor and Nature Center Colorado Springs, CO
Join us and Colorado Springs Astronomical Society (CSASTRO) for an after-hours, lights-out star party in our parking lot! Our CSASTRO Members will be bringing out their personal telescopes and other observing instruments to share views of the night sky with attendees. The Moon will be half full (1st Quarter) and we should also be able to view the planets Jupiter and Venus as well as colorful stars, star clusters, nebula and perhaps a galaxy or two. Free, Family Friendly Event Event is Weather Dependent, check this page or our home page on night of the event for updates More Parking available in Garden of the Gods Park parking lot 1/overflow across from the Visitor & Nature Center until 10pm. Take Foothills Trail to access Visitor & Nature Center. This calendar listing is brought to you by Peak Radar, the Pikes Peak region's one-stop, online website for arts and entertainment events, powered by the Cultural Office of the Pikes Peak Region.
Sep 18, 2026
Colorado Trivia
Presented by Cheyenne Mountain State Park at Cheyenne Mountain State Park Colorado Springs, CO
Join us for a Colorado-themed trivia program set against the beautiful backdrop of Cheyenne Mountain State Park! Test your knowledge of Colorado. This interactive program is perfect for families, friends, and curious minds of all ages. Whether you're a Colorado native or just visiting, come challenge yourself, learn something new, and celebrate the wonders of the Centennial State! All Ages are welcome Pets not permitted Valid Park Pass Required Location: Camper Services Building This calendar listing is brought to you by Peak Radar, the Pikes Peak region's one-stop, online website for arts and entertainment events, powered by the Cultural Office of the Pikes Peak Region.
Sep 18, 2026 - Sep 25, 2026
You-Pick Fridays
Presented by Gather Mountain Blooms at Venetucci Farm at Venetucci Farm Colorado Springs, CO
Our Friday You-Pick Flowers at our farm in Colorado Springs was created around one simple idea: spending a sunny summer morning exactly how we’d want to—surrounded by flowers and good company. Picture this: sipping coffee, strolling the fields, and cutting a beautiful bouquet to take home. It’s slow, joyful, and just about perfect. Farm Hours: The farm is open from 8:00 am – 12:00 pm. With your ticket, you’re welcome to arrive anytime during those hours. General Admission — $5 Each guest entering the farm for you-pick will pay a flat $5 admission fee. Flowers are purchased separately and purchased at the farm. Your admission includes access to: The you-pick flower field Our on-site gift shop Picnic tables and seating Concessions Wander the garden and fill your cup with 20 flower stems. The biodegradable cup is yours to keep, making it easy to transport your flowers home or share them with a friend. We provide the cup, water, and snips for cutting. This calendar listing is brought to you by Peak Radar, the Pikes Peak region's one-stop, online website for arts and entertainment events, powered by the Cultural Office of the Pikes Peak Region.
Sep 19, 2026
Greenways Park: Free Summer Concert
Presented by Classic Homes at Greenways Park Colorado Springs, CO
Celebrate summer with the free concert series at Greenways at Sand Creek Park. Concerts presented by Classic Homes. This calendar listing is brought to you by Peak Radar, the Pikes Peak region's one-stop, online website for arts and entertainment events, powered by the Cultural Office of the Pikes Peak Region.
Sep 19, 2026
Sunnyside Cemetery Tours
Presented by Victor Lowell Thomas Museum at Sunnyside Cemetery Cripple Creek, CO
Guided walking tours of the Sunnyside Cemetery near Victor, sponsored by the Victor Lowell Thomas Museum, will be held June 6 through Sept. 19 - the first Saturdays of each month at 10 am and third Saturdays of each month at 1 pm, weather allowing. Check VictorMuseum.com for schedules and information. Local historians Alicia Petri Harrington and Veldean Myers will be conducting the tours, sharing histories of families who pioneered the gold rush day, telling stories of resilient women, brave men, grave robbers, and unusual characters. Meet just outside the cemetery gate in Pauper’s Field (Teller County Road 87 southwest of Victor). This event highlights the importance of the people who lived through Cripple Creek Victor Gold Rush in the history of the western United States and Colorado during the 250/150 celebration this summer. This calendar listing is brought to you by Peak Radar, the Pikes Peak region's one-stop, online website for arts and entertainment events, powered by the Cultural Office of the Pikes Peak Region.
Sep 19, 2026
Royal Gorge Farmers Market
Presented by Royal Gorge Chamber Alliance Foundation at Gateway Depot & Plaza Canon City, CO
Now in its second year, this growing market has quickly become a beloved local tradition, offering fresh produce, handmade goods, and a welcoming gathering space for residents and visitors alike. The market is a program of the Royal Gorge Chamber Alliance Foundation, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, produced in collaboration with the Fremont Economic Development Corporation (FEDC) and its AgStart program, working together to support local agriculture and small business development. As a “rooted in community” initiative, the market is dedicated to strengthening connections between growers and consumers while fostering a lively and inclusive atmosphere. The Royal Gorge Farmers Market is also a proud member of the Colorado Farmers Market Association and Colorado Proud. Proceeds from the event directly benefit the Royal Gorge Chamber Alliance Foundation and FEDC AgStart programs, further investing in the region’s economic vitality and agricultural future. This calendar listing is brought to you by Peak Radar, the Pikes Peak region's one-stop, online website for arts and entertainment events, powered by the Cultural Office of the Pikes Peak Region.
Sep 19, 2026
The Tony Luke Band
Presented by A Music Company Inc. at Gold Hill Mesa Community Center Colorado Springs, CO
Based in Denver. Built for Any Stage. Blues-Driven & Born to Perform, The Tony Luke Band delivers a soul-stirring, passion-driven musical sound stretching from gritty, classic blues, rhythm & blues, funk, rockabilly and jump! Led by guitar slinger Tony Luke, whose larger-than-life stage presence turns any show into a full-blown concert, A Denver, CO based high-energy jump blues & rockabilly trio with kat kool bassist Jodie Woodward & hip drive pockets Kevin Thomas on drums. A rockin’, swingin’, rhythm & blues experience!! This band offers the kind of infectious energy that ignites dance floors and keeps the crowd fired up… all. night. long! This free event is fun for the whole family. Don't forget to bring a lawn chair or blanket to sit on. There will be food trucks and for those 21+ alcohol will be available. This calendar listing is brought to you by Peak Radar, the Pikes Peak region's one-stop, online website for arts and entertainment events, powered by the Cultural Office of the Pikes Peak Region.
