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 June 2026
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Poetry and Pottery
Jul 01 - Jul 29
Wed, Jul 1 @ 12:00 pm
Wed, Jul 8 @ 12:00 pm
Wed, Jul 15 @ 12:00 pm
Wed, Jul 22 @ 12:00 pm
Wed, Jul 29 @ 12:00 pm
Wednesday Morning Guided Walks in the Garden of the Gods
Jul 01 - Jul 29
Wed, Jul 1 @ 9:30 am
Wed, Jul 8 @ 9:30 am
Wed, Jul 15 @ 9:30 am
Wed, Jul 22 @ 9:30 am
Wed, Jul 29 @ 9:30 am
Wednesday Morning Walks in the Garden of the Gods
Jul 01 - Sep 02
Wed, Jul 1 @ 9:30 am
Wed, Jul 8 @ 9:30 am
Wed, Jul 15 @ 9:30 am
Wed, Jul 22 @ 9:30 am
Wed, Jul 29 @ 9:30 am
Wed, Aug 5 @ 9:30 am
Wed, Aug 12 @ 9:30 am
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Colorado Farm and Art Market
Jul 01 - Oct 21
Wed, Jul 1 @ 3:00 pm
Wed, Jul 8 @ 3:00 pm
Wed, Jul 15 @ 3:00 pm
Wed, Jul 22 @ 3:00 pm
Wed, Jul 29 @ 3:00 pm
Wed, Aug 5 @ 3:00 pm
Wed, Aug 12 @ 3:00 pm
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Fri, Jul 3 @ 4:00 pm
Sat, Jul 4 @ 12:00 pm
Tue, Jul 7 @ 12:00 pm
Wed, Jul 8 @ 12:00 pm
Thu, Jul 9 @ 12:00 pm
Fri, Jul 10 @ 12:00 pm
Sat, Jul 11 @ 12:00 pm
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'America 250': Group Show
Jul 03 - Jul 31
Fri, Jul 3 @ 10:30 am
Fri, Jul 3 @ 5:00 pm
Sat, Jul 4 @ 10:30 am
Sun, Jul 5 @ 11:00 am
Tue, Jul 7 @ 10:30 am
Wed, Jul 8 @ 10:30 am
Thu, Jul 9 @ 10:30 am
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Jul 01, 2026 - Jul 29, 2026
Poetry and Pottery
Presented by Poetry Heals at Soda Springs Park Manitou Springs, CO
We provide all the materials, just bring your imagination and sense of fun. Pottery teachers will show you how to use a potting wheel. You can come back the next week to pick up your pot to glaze it and take it home! Hand building is available, too. Write poems with the support of writing mentors using our prompts and other materials to got started. Write group poems with the direction of the mentors. Contribute to a community poem that will be published at the end of July. All ages and abilities are most welcome to join in. There will soup available if you are hungry. 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.
Jul 01, 2026 - Jul 29, 2026
Wednesday Morning Guided Walks in the Garden of the Gods
Presented by City of Colorado Springs Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services at Garden of the Gods Visitor and Nature Center Colorado Springs, CO
Experience the Park’s natural beauty and unique features by joining this expanded guided nature walk. Participants will enjoy an introduction along Gateway Trail to the Central Garden’s most remarkable sights. The walk will cover about one mile over smooth, paved trails and will typically last around 90 minutes. Upon arrival at the Central Garden, participants may continue with the guide for further exploration, or continue to explore independently. Those who prefer can also return to the Visitor Center with the guide. Weather dependent. Additional parking is available across the street in Parking Lot #1. Please give yourself time to park and walk to the Visitor and 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.
Jul 01, 2026 - Sep 02, 2026
Wednesday Morning Walks in the Garden of the Gods
Presented by City of Colorado Springs Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services at Garden of the Gods Visitor and Nature Center Colorado Springs, CO
Experience the Park’s natural beauty and unique features by joining this expanded guided nature walk. Participants will enjoy an introduction along Gateway Trail to the Central Garden’s most remarkable sights. The walk will cover about one mile over smooth, paved trails and will typically last around 90 minutes. Upon arrival at the Central Garden, participants may continue with the guide for further exploration, or continue to explore independently. Those who prefer can also return to the Visitor Center with the guide. Weather dependent. 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.
Jul 01, 2026 - Oct 21, 2026
Colorado Farm and Art Market
Presented by Colorado Farm and Art Market at The Meanwhile Block Colorado Springs, CO
Local growers, ranchers, and farmers with fresh produce, meats, and more. Artisanal food vendors offering sweet treats, pickled veggies, jams, and baked goods. A wide variety of hand-crafted art, jewelry, and other one-of-a-kind items. 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.
Jul 03, 2026
Music in the Yard: The El Paso County Outlaw Band
Presented by Bristol Brewing Company at Bristol Brewing Company Colorado Springs, CO
Chill in the Schoolyard with us every Friday in June and July! Summer vibes abound with live music and Bristolicious beer as the day cools off and the week winds down. Come on over! BYO chairs, but no outside food or drinks Supervised kids and dogs are always welcome! 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.
Jul 03, 2026
Tri-County Volunteer Fire Department Double 4th of July Celebration
Presented by Tri-County Volunteer Fire Department at Miami Yoder chool Rush, CO
[email protected] and Hotdogs will be served - donations appreciated. We will also have a pie contest - bring your best homemade pie for a chance to win a custom burned hat with genuine cowhide. At dark the FIREWORKS display will start. [email protected] 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.
Jul 03, 2026
Jazz Under the Stars: Celebrating America 250 & Colorado 150
Presented by City of Victor at Pinnacle Plaza Victor, CO
As part of the America 250 and Colorado 150, you'll hear an anthology of jazz, from the beginnings in New Orleans to blues, from show tunes to swing, Bebop to post bop, and country and jazz / rock. Feel free to dance. This concert is outside. You are encouraged to bring lawn chairs. Tidal Breeze Cool Energy is funded for this concert by the Recording Industry's Music Performance Trust Fund (MPTF) Trumpet / Flugelhorn: Terri Pederson Guitar: Wayne Wilkinson Bass: Marc Neihoff Drum-set: Brian Hobson Tenor Saxophone: Brad Eastin Trombone: Braden Barrentine Singer: Valerie Rose 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.
Jul 03, 2026
Fort Carson Front Range Freedom Fest
Presented by United States Army Family Morale, Welfare, and Recreation at Iron Horse Park - Ft. Carson Colorado Springs, CO
Fort Carson Front Range Freedom Fest: Celebrating America 250 & Colorado 150 presented by USAA. Two massive birthdays. One unforgettable party. You are invited to the biggest bash on the Front Range. Presented by USAA, the Annual Freedom Fest is FREE and completely open to the public. Grab your friends, pack your lawn chairs, and head to Iron Horse Park for an evening packed with Colorado sunshine and patriotic pride. Here is what is waiting for you: Epic Live Concerts: We are turning up the volume with three incredible live acts bringing the best of R&B, Alternative Rock, and Country! Food Truck Rally: Taste the best of the Front Range with a massive lineup of local food trucks, plus adult beverages poured by the Elkhorn Catering & Conference Center. The Boingo Adventure Zone: Got kids? Let them run wild in this massive, FREE kids' zone powered by Boingo! It is packed with giant inflatables, climbing features, games, and endless energy-burning fun. (You're welcome!) 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.
Jul 03, 2026
Watercolor Painting Session
Presented by CaitSpace Ltd at The Sanctuary Church Colorado Springs, CO
Join us for a free creative session. All supplies are provided. Enjoy light music and a guided watercolor and neurographic activity. Take your art home with you. This event is totally free, all you need to bring is yourself. Kids are always welcome.Parking is in the rear of the church, ring bell for entry. 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. 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.
Jul 03, 2026 - Jul 05, 2026
Gap the Gorge
Presented by Royal Gorge Bridge & Park at Royal Gorge Bridge & Park Canon City, CO
During Gap the Gorge, guests can watch professional highline demonstrations, meet the athletes, and learn more about the sport of slacklining in one of the most dramatic settings imaginable. The event also features a hands-on slackline park where visitors can test their own balance skills, athlete meet-and-greets, poster and shirt signings, and a special Gap the Gorge Bingo Challenge with prizes and giveaways. Gap the Gorge is presented in partnership with Community Highline and is included with park admission. This event is proudly sponsored by CommonSpirit. 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.
Jul 03, 2026 - Jul 31, 2026
July Exhibits: Annaliese Allen, Ramon Aguirre, Kevin Johnson & Nate Travis
Presented by Auric Art Gallery at Auric Gallery Colorado Springs, CO
Auric Gallery is proud to present 4 solo exhibits featuring: Annaliese Allen - Offcuts Ramon Aguirre - Wither Kevin Johnson - Rebirth Nate Travis - Left to Write 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.
Jul 03, 2026 - Jul 31, 2026
'America 250': Group Show
Presented by 45 Degree Gallery at 45 Degree Gallery Colorado Springs, CO
The show is intentionally open to interpretation. Artists were invited to engage with the theme however they choose — historical, patriotic, political, nostalgic, or something more personal. The result is a conversation in many voices about what America means, where we've been, and where we're going. This exhibition is part of America 250, a city-wide initiative through Peak Radar highlighting events across the Pikes Peak region celebrating this national milestone. 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.