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 October 2026
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Sun, Nov 15 @ 6:00 pm
Sun, Nov 15 @ 1:00 pm
Sun, Nov 15 @ 2:00 pm
Mon, Nov 16 @ 1:30 pm
Thu, Nov 19 @ 9:00 am
Thu, Nov 19 @ 10:30 am
Palmer Lake Historical Society presents: "The History of the Yule Log" by Patricia & Gary Atkins
Nov 19
Thu, Nov 19 @ 7:00 pm
Thu, Nov 19 @ 6:30 pm
Joys of the season Holiday Home Tour
Nov 20 - Nov 21
Joys of the season Holiday Home Tour
Presented by Tri-Lakes Women's Club at The Barn
Nov 20 - Nov 21
Fri, Nov 20 @ 10:00 am
Sat, Nov 21 @ 10:00 am
Sat, Nov 21 @ 5:00 pm
Nov 15, 2026
Pikes Peak Smooth Jazz Series
Presented by Pikes Peak Jazz at Phil Long Music Hall at Bourbon Brothers Colorado Springs, CO
The Pikes Peak Smooth Jazz Series delivers an elevated live-music experience featuring nationally acclaimed and emerging artists in smooth jazz, soul, and contemporary R&B. Set against the beauty and energy of the Pikes Peak region, the series brings audiences together for unforgettable evenings filled with exceptional musicianship, vibrant entertainment, and meaningful connection. More than a concert series, it is a celebration of music, culture, and community—creating a premier destination for smooth-jazz fans throughout Colorado and beyond. 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.
Nov 15, 2026
Going Batty!: The Bats of 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
Learn about the remarkable bats that inhabit Garden of the Gods in this presentation exploring the different species, their behavior, and conservation. This program offers a captivating look at bats’ essential role in the ecosystem, and guests will discover how these nocturnal creatures navigate, feed, and thrive among the park’s iconic red rock formations. This is an indoor program. Questions? Call 719-219-0108. 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.
Nov 15, 2026
LET THE LIGHT IN: World Premiere of New Films
Presented by Youth Documentary Academy at Cornerstone Arts Center Richard F. Celeste Theatre Colorado Springs, CO
Locally produced. Nationally acclaimed. Some stories need to be told. Others need to be seen. Join the Youth Documentary Academy (YDA) for its 13th annual World Premiere of New Films, a celebration of courageous storytelling from the next generation of filmmakers in Southern Colorado. Colorado College's Celeste Theatre will come alive with 11 original documentary films created by talented young storytellers. Through deeply personal perspectives and bold filmmaking, this year's films illuminate stories of immigration, intimate partner violence, suicide prevention, soccer, and the experiences that shape who we are. These films invite us to look closer, listen differently, and discover the humanity in stories that might otherwise go untold. Hosted by Ashley Cornelius, the premiere offers audiences an opportunity to meet the filmmakers, experience their work on the big screen for the very first time, and celebrate the power of young voices. The experience extends beyond the theatre. Beginning at 2:00 PM, explore YDA's annual Connections Corridor, bringing together more than 20 nonprofit organizations, media partners, and colleges for an afternoon of community connection and conversation. Food trucks and pizza will also be available. Event Schedule | Sunday, November 15, 2026 2:00 PM: Doors open and Connections Corridor begins 3:00 PM: Afternoon screening of six new films 5:30 PM: Intermission and Connections Corridor 6:15 PM: Evening screening of five additional films Attend one or both screening blocks. Each features different films, and your ticket includes admission to both. Come for the films. Stay for the conversations. Leave seeing the world…
Nov 16, 2026
Whooo's in the Park? The Owls of 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
Discover the hidden lives of owls in this family-friendly program. Find out what species you might see in the Garden of the Gods and how they live in the Park. Learn what makes owls some of the coolest birds around, and discover what they eat when you dissect a real owl pellet! All ages are welcome but children must be accompanied by an adult. A ticket must be purchase for both adults and children. Please note there are no live animals in this indoor program. 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.
Nov 18, 2026
Author Visit: David Baron
Presented by Pikes Peak Library District at PPLD: Penrose Library Colorado Springs, CO
Join Colorado author, and Colorado Book Award finalist, David Baron as he discusses his newest book, The Martians: The True Story of an Alien Craze that Captured Turn-of-the-Century America. This novel has been chosen as one of 2025’s top books by The New Yorker, TIME, Boston Globe, Science News, Library Journal, and Colorado Public Radio. Read more about the author and his books at: David Baron – Author/Speaker/Journalist. More about the book: A mere century ago, Martians were thought to be real—not fictional—creatures. “Mars is inhabited by a highly civilized and intelligent race of beings,” proclaimed Alexander Graham Bell after astronomers discovered what looked like irrigation canals on the red planet. When Nikola Tesla, in 1899, set up an experimental laboratory in Colorado Springs and detected radio signals that he believed came from Mars, an all-out craze swept society. You could read about the Martians in The New York Times, hear of them in Sunday sermons, and see them depicted on the Broadway stage. Biologists debated whether the aliens were winged or gilled. Inventors devised schemes for communicating with Mars. Philosophers and theologians proposed questions Earth might ask its older, wiser neighbor. 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.
Nov 19, 2026
Little Learners: Pikes Peak Wonders Series
Presented by Colorado Springs Pioneers Museum at Colorado Springs Pioneers Museum Colorado Springs, CO
Who doesn’t love a birthday party? This year, Colorado is turning 150, and America is turning 250! The Little Learners: Pikes Peak Wonders Series is for children (ages 3-5) and their favorite grownup. Learn and celebrate the whole year through games, crafts, songs, and history challenges. These programs are designed to help young learners discover and practice essential development skills, all while exploring history! This month we'll dive into the Colorado Early Learning & Development Guidelines for Social & Emotional Development and learn about questioning, predicting, and observing. 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.
Nov 19, 2026
Palmer Lake Historical Society presents: "The History of the Yule Log" by Patricia & Gary Atkins
Presented by Palmer Lake Historical Society at Palmer Lake Town Hall Palmer Lake, CO
The Palmer Lake Historical Society presents Patricia & Gary Atkins "History of the Yule Log" The Palmer Lake Historical Society is an educational 501 (c)(3) nonprofit organization serving the Palmer Divide area since 1956. FREE Tri-Lakes Historical Calendars will be available while quantities last. 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.
Nov 19, 2026
KRCC LIVE at 75: The Sound of Southern Colorado
Presented by KRCC 91.5 FM at Colorado College: Katheryn Mohrman Theatre at Armstrong Hall Colorado Springs, CO
The evening will feature music, storytelling, poetry, archival audio and reflections from past and present members of the KRCC community. NPR’s Morning Edition host Michel Martin will headline the evening with a conversation about her distinguished career and the enduring importance of public radio. Together with the beautiful friends and neighbors who have supported KRCC through the years, we’ll honor the people, programs and moments that have shaped the station while looking ahead to its future. Thank you to our sponsors, Ent Center for the Arts at UCCS, Manitou Springs Chamber of Commerce and Phelan Gardens. 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.
Nov 20, 2026 - Nov 21, 2026
Joys of the season Holiday Home Tour
Presented by Tri-Lakes Women's Club at The Barn Monument, CO
Explore 5 homes filled with holiday magic created by professional designers. Shop the Hospitality Gift shop filled with local crafts. All proceeds fund grants to local nonprofits, public service agencies and education. 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.
Nov 21, 2026
We Fortify's Annual Gala Not Gala
Presented by We Fortify at Hotel Polaris Colorado Springs, CO
Get ready to boogie down for a cause! Our 4th Annual Gala, Not Gala on November 21 is set to be the highlight of the fall season, a vibrant celebration of We Fortify's profound impact and the promising futures of our Elevate and Noble villages. This year, we invite you to "Follow the Call of the Disco Ball" for a unique and engaging evening designed to celebrate community, impact, and connection with a fun, late 70s disco twist! 🪩 Join us for an unforgettable evening to celebrate the generational shifts we’re creating, connect with fellow supporters, and explore how we can continue to make a meaningful difference together, through the Power of We! Attire: Disco Cocktail (welcomed, not required) 🪩 Theme: Follow the Call of the Disco Ball Step into a world where the disco ball reigns supreme, lighting the way to an evening of music, nostalgia, and unity. Guests are invited to “follow the call” of shimmer and sound, celebrating the era when people came together under the lights, led with their hearts, and lost themselves in the music. We can't wait to celebrate with you! 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.
Nov 21, 2026
Colorado Springs Record Show
Presented by Colorado Springs Record Show at Antlers Hotel Colorado Springs, CO
The largest record sale in southern Colorado is back! Our one-day event takes place on Saturday, November 21 at the Antlers Hotel in downtown Colorado Springs. Dig through tens of thousands of records, cassettes, t-shirts, and more from new and returning vendors from all across the state. Doors are open from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., but give yourself time to look! With over 60 vendors, more than 100 tables, and prices starting at $1, there’s always something for everyone. You can also expect free parking in the garage below the Antlers, ATMs onsite, a live DJ spinning vinyl, and giveaways for attendees (including passes to local venues and gift cards from local record stores!). As always, proceeds from every ticket sold will go to support a local nonprofit. See you there! 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.
Nov 21, 2026
Nature's Educators: Super Snakes
Presented by Garden of the Gods Visitor & Nature Center at Garden of the Gods Visitor and Nature Center Colorado Springs, CO
Join Nature’s Educators to meet and learn about the amazing world of snakes! Live animal ambassadors will be on site for you to meet. These programs are free and first come first served during the following times: 10:00 – 11:00 AM 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM 1:00 – 2:00 PM 2:00 – 3:00 PM Free Event Space is limited, programs are first come, first served All Ages For the safety and comfort of our animals and yours, we do not allow any outside animals in this program. You are welcome to have someone watch your animal outside of the classroom during the program so that you may sit in. Thank you for being understanding of all animals’ needs and safety! Location: Red Rocks Room, upper level of Visitor Center If you have any questions about this event, please email [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.
