Family Activities & Kids Events in Colorado Springs

Whooo's in the Park? The Owls of the Garden of the Gods

Descover 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. Please note there are no live animals in this indoor program. No refunds.

Cripple Creek Fall Fest

Take the breathtaking leaf-peeping drive along scenic Highway 67, where the mountains glow with brilliant golden aspens, and discover a magical autumn weekend waiting for you in historic Cripple Creek! Join us for the grand finale of our 2026 Summer of Donkey Fun as we wrap up our 95th Anniversary year with a wholesome, family-friendly celebration filled with fall magic, mountain charm, and unforgettable memories. Whether you’re chasing Colorado’s spectacular fall colors, enjoying live entertainment, shopping local artisans, meeting our famous long-eared ambassadors, relaxing in the Beer Garden, or making unforgettable memories with your family, there’s something for everyone! Bring the whole family… and don’t forget your four-legged family members, too! – Crisp mountain air. Brilliant golden aspens. Friendly long ears. Small-town magic around every corner! What awaits you? – Meet Cripple Creek’s famous donkey ambassadors- Visit Burro Base Camp and meet their incredible burro ambassadors. – Shop unique vendors and local shops- Enjoy amazing food vendors and local restaurants. – Live music throughout the weekend -Relax in our Beer Garden- Saturday Night Outdoor Movie under the…

Dog Days at the Zoo (Sept. 23)

Tails, Tunes & Tastes

Whoooo’s in the Park: The Owls of the Garden of the Gods

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. Space is limited, registration required Please note th

Military Appreciation Week

Join us for Military Appreciation Week at Cheyenne Mountain Zoo! It’s a week of even bigger thanks to those who have served our great country. This week’s military discount features 50% off the base admission price, which is offered to all active-duty, veteran and retired military personnel and their dependents living in the same household. March on up to the Zoo with your advance tickets for a weeklong celebration of stars and stripes!

Celebrate Dolly Parton Day With a FREE Book for Kids!

We’ve heard that Friday, September 25, is going to be known as Dolly Parton Day, and we can’t think of a better way to celebrate than by doing something Dolly has championed for years: putting books into the hands of children! Through her incredible Imagination Library, Dolly Parton has helped millions of children discover the joy of reading. We share that same passion for encouraging kids to be curious, learn, explore, and fall in love with books. So, inspired by Dolly, we’re inviting local families to bring your little ones to Wild Birds Unlimited on Friday, September 25, and let them choose a FREE book to take home! Come browse, visit with us, and let your little reader find a story that catches their imagination. Whether it’s about birds, animals, adventure, friendship, or something completely unexpected, we hope they find a new favorite! One free book per child. Let’s celebrate Dolly Parton Day by sharing something that can last a lifetime: the love of a good book!

Bristol's Oktoberfest

Friday, Sept. 25, 6-10pm (21+) Our 21+ night kicks off with Bavarian dancers, drinking games and contests, and a lively polka DJ to keep you entertained all night long under the lights of our festival tent. Saturday, Sept. 26, 11am-3pm (Family-friendly) On Saturday, bring the whole family for a large-scale, family-fun celebration. Enjoy delicious German food, join contests for prizes, and dance to the tunes of a live polka band. Another incredible Bavarian dance team will take the stage to showcase traditional moves everyone will love.

Bristol's Oktoberfest

Friday, Sept. 25, 6-10pm (21+) Our 21+ night kicks off with Bavarian dancers, drinking games and contests, and a lively polka DJ to keep you entertained all night long under the lights of our festival tent. Saturday, Sept. 26, 11am-3pm (Family-friendly) On Saturday, bring the whole family for a large-scale, family-fun celebration. Enjoy delicious German food, join contests for prizes, and dance to the tunes of a live polka band. Another incredible Bavarian dance team will take the stage to showcase traditional moves everyone will love.

Poor Richard's Kids Playground Grand Opening

Something new is waiting for your little ones! Poor Richard’s is bringing our kids’ playground back to life, all fresh and ready for play — and we want the whole family to be there for its first day. Join us Saturday, September 26, from 12–5 PM on our back patio for a free afternoon of: 🍕 Free cheese pizza while supplies last 🎵 Live music 🎪 Local vendors 📸 A photo section to capture the memories Bring the whole crew — everyone’s invited! No tickets, no cost, just a fun family afternoon in the heart of downtown. 📍 Poor Richard’s, 324½ N Tejon St, Colorado Springs, CO 80903

Whimsicult Improv Show

Whimsicult is a vibrant ensemble of friends whose contagious chemistry makes for an unforgettable show. They mix classic improv forms with team and crowd favorites to deliver hilarious and skillful comedy. Join Whimsicult at the Peak Improv Theater on the third Saturday of every month! Please note that these shows are not considered to be “family friendly”, meaning we say the adult no-no words. We say the words you used to get in trouble for saying and we make hilarious jokes about topics that are not PG rated.

Couchella 2026

Concrete Couchella 2026 is Concrete Couch’s annual music and arts fundraising festival, bringing our community together for an evening of creativity, music, celebration, and connection. Join us Friday, October 2, 2026, at Concrete Coyote Community Park in Colorado Springs for a family-friendly celebration featuring live bands, performances, art, activities, games, food, drinks, local vendors, poetry, contests, face painting, meet-and-greets, and more! The festival celebrates the artists, volunteers, partners, families, and community members who help make Concrete Couch’s work possible. Proceeds support Concrete Couch and our ongoing mission to build community through creative projects. Come enjoy the music, experience the art, meet your neighbors, and help us kick off Arts Month with an unforgettable night at the Coyote!