No-cost concerts, community gatherings, library programs, art walks and family events happening in Colorado Springs over the next two weeks. For year-round free attractions, see our guide to free things to do.
Ever wonder who Susan Bretag was, or why we have a Dakota Trail? Join Park Guide Bowen Gillings on a quick look at the Garden’s 23 different trails and how they earned their names. This free presentation lasts under 30 minutes, leaving plen
Join us for a fun reading of Hooray for SLS by Lane Polak. Afterwards, children will get a chance to build their very own model of the SLS rocket (while supplies last). Activities: Book: Hooray for SLS by Lane Polak Activity: Model SLS Rock
Peak FreQuency Presents: Resonance Across Timewith Kelly Zuercher, cello and Gerald Miller, pianoJoin us on October 13th at 7:30 PM for an evening of dramatic works for piano and cello by J.S. Bach, Nadia Boulanger, Sergei Prokofiev and Edv
You're invited to join City Administrator Denise Howell for an engaging conversation about all things Manitou Springs! This is your opportunity to share ideas for city services, recognize the efforts of dedicated employees, or ask questions
FREE ADMISSION The Colorado Springs Home Show is taking place October 15-17, 2027 at the Colorado Springs Event Center Why YOU Will Love the Home Show • HUGE SAVINGS — Take advantage of exclusive show-only deals from trusted local experts!
Free live jazz at the downtown hotel lobby. Come hang by the Golden hour bar or get comfy on a velvet couch with drinks food and jazz standards.
Get excited for local film projects and make connections! Entry is free and everyone is invited! Along with a screening of “Children Shouldn’t Play With Dead Things,” there will be a presenter from the Cultural Office of the Pikes Peak Regi
Come see one of the worst movies ever made! The only saving grace is that Jack Nicholson has a small part in it. It’s FREE! Starts at 6:30 (ish) and we welcome, and highly encourage, all snarky remarks! Free Popcorn and a beer special!
Help Celebrate The Palmer Lake Historical Society’s 70th Anniversary! Yes, You Are Invited! This event is part of the America 250 / Colorado 150 celebration in 2026. Commemorating Colorado’s shared history, honoring our unique people, cultu
Rocky Mountain Women’s Film Festival CELEBRATING 39 YEARS! SAVE THE DATE: Oct. 16-18, 2026 It all started with two women and a great idea on the road back from the Telluride Film Festival in 1987. That idea has grown into the longest-runnin
Join us for our 3rd Annual Booo with the Bugs at the May Museum. Hang out with Herkimer and 7,000 of his friends under purple and orange lights. There will be free face painting! Costumes are encouraged!
The Viking Fair is hosted by the Colorado Springs Sons of Norway Lodge, Fjellheim. Come by for a taste of Scandinavian Culture and Food. Free Admission, Free Parking!
Cursive writing is more than just a fancy form of handwriting, it’s functional! Understanding cursive can help you read old letters, historic documents, signatures, and paper money. In this class, students will learn the basics of cursive h
Celebrate Halloween at the 3rd Annual Halloween Trick or Treat Mingle at The Citadel Mall! This free indoor family event features trick-or-treating throughout the mall, candy, games, prizes, giveaways, family entertainment and photo opportu
Get ready for a spooktacular afternoon filled with fun for the whole family, all while supporting a good cause! National Women in Roofing (NWIR) About NWIR: NWIR is a dedicated organization that supports and empowers women in the roofing in
Join us for the Annual Harvest Festival at Living Hope Creekside Church! Enjoy a fun-filled day of family-friendly games, candy and toy prizes, face painting, and our exciting Pumpkin Walk, where everyone has a chance to win a pumpkin! This
Join us in celebrating the art of the zine! Pikes Peak Zine Fest is a free annual indie art market where you can shop human-made zines, books, art, prints, stickers & more from nearly 60 local & national zinesters at our biggest fest yet! M
Join us for another season of FREE outdoor movies in the Schoolyard every Saturday evening in September and October. Bring a chair, bring your dog, munch on popcorn+beer+scandalously inexpensive movie theater candy and relax under the stars
Join us for some spectacular viewing of the night sky with local astronomy experts CSASTRO. No telescope required, just come out and enjoy the dark sky. Remember to keep your lights off as you approach the event! NOTE: The location for this
Get ready for the HOWL-iest event of the year! 5th Annual BARKS & BOOS FALL FEST Sunday, October 18 | 11 AM–3 PM FREE Admission Bring your pup for an afternoon packed with fall fun, including: • Halloween Pup Parade & Costume Contest • Spoo
Cottonwood Center for the Arts is proud to announce an upcoming free community event celebrating local gardening, sustainability, and education: Victory Garden Market. This special edition of Victory Garden Market will feature everything fr
FREE ADMISSION The Colorado Springs Home Show is taking place October 15-17, 2027 at the Colorado Springs Event Center Why YOU Will Love the Home Show • HUGE SAVINGS — Take advantage of exclusive show-only deals from trusted local experts!
Fall Festival is the ultimate community Trunk or Treat! Join us at Cheyenne Mountain State Park as important local organizations bring out their coolest displays. Participants of all ages are welcome to come and meet the people working in o
Join us for a fun reading of Hooray for SLS by Lane Polak. Afterwards, children will get a chance to build their very own model of the SLS rocket (while supplies last). Activities: Book: Hooray for SLS by Lane Polak Activity: Model SLS Rock
Sixtiesmania is one of the leading 60s tribute band in the USA today. Having performed all over the world, the band is now based full time in Las Vegas, Nevada, but still travels all over the country to perform their incredible salute to th
COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo., September 3, 2026 — The Fourth Judicial District Access to Justice Committee is hosting a free Legal Resource Day on Friday, October 23, 2026 from 9:00a.m.-2:00p.m. at the El Paso County Judicial Building, 270 S. Te
Explore the science of space forensics by examining evidence, analyzing clues, and learning how investigators solve mysteries involving astronauts, spacecraft, and the unique challenges of working in microgravity. This fall, Homeschool Days
Members: Make your backpack visit extra special with a creative outing the whole family will love! On select days, when you use the Family Activity Backpack, you can pick up a free snack pack for the kids to enjoy before or after. Cozy up w
FREE admission to all UCCS Faculty, Staff & Students (with UCCS ID)! Go Mountain Lions!
Unveil the wonders of the narrowleaf yucca plant and learn how it thrives in our semi-arid landscape. Join interactive demonstrations to learn ancient uses, like turning yucca into cordage or soap. This is a drop-in style program, so feel f
Help us honor our incredible CC Men’s Soccer seniors! Gather your family, friends, neighbors and soccer fans to fill the hill and make some noise for the Tigers! Enjoy free admission, mountain views and a family-friendly game day atmosphere
Bring your well-mannered pups and join us for our FREE Doggy Trunk or Treat on Saturday, October 24 from 12–2 PM at 12265 Oracle Boulevard in Colorado Springs! Enjoy decorated trunks, dog treats, vendors, giveaways, costume contests, pet ph
Pumpkins in the Park Presented by The Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory Pumpkins in the Park – Old Colorado City’s Ultimate Fall Festival Join us in Historic Old Colorado City for Pumpkins in the Park — a must-do fall festival for families a
Bring your family, friends, and neighbors to fill the hill at Stewart Field and cheer on CC Women’s Soccer! Stick around post-game for autographs with the Tigers! Free admission, Division I action, incredible views, fun and engaging atmosph
Free live funk/ jazz/ fusion band at the downtown lounge. Music, drinks, vibes.
FREE admission to all UCCS Faculty, Staff & Students (with UCCS ID)! Go Mountain Lions!
Bring your family and friends and join us for a time of shopping, community, and free raffles! At the Bookies & Cookies event, you can meet incredible local authors and small business owners while shopping for books, baked goods, antiques,
FREE admission to all UCCS Faculty, Staff & Students (with UCCS ID)! Go Mountain Lions!
Colorado Springs offers an abundance of free activities. From the always-free Colorado Springs Pioneers Museum to community concerts in Acacia Park, open houses at local galleries, and free outdoor events at Garden of the Gods — there is always something to do without spending a dime.
We update our free events listings daily, pulling from community calendars, the Pikes Peak Library District, and local organizations. Find free family events, free concerts, free outdoor activities, and more right here.
An event is listed as free when the organizer's listing says so or shows a $0 price. Some free events still ask you to register, so check the event page before you go.
Yes. Garden of the Gods Park is free to enter and open daily; guided tours and some special events at the visitor center may charge a fee.
