Plan your weekend in Colorado Springs with events happening Friday, September 18 through Sunday, September 20 — live concerts, festivals, family activities, outdoor adventures and more, picked from 10+ local sources.
An inspiring program with stories of achievements, recognition of Downtowner of the Year, remarks from Mayor Yemi Mobolade, and an exciting look at what’s next in our city center.
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 fie
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
Celebrate more than 70 years of stunning, local homes with the Colorado Springs Parade of Homes. Whether dreaming, designing, or ready to buy, this annual builder showcase is an all-access pass to what’s possible right here in El Paso Count
Cottonwood Center for the Arts in partnership with the Cultural Office of the Pikes Peak Region (COPPR) is thrilled to present a juried exhibition for the month of September: STRONGER TOGETHER. This installation features artworks created in
The Shape of Flight is the perfect vehicle for exploring those places of transition. Flight is more than movement through the air. It is the moment between fear and courage, between holding on and letting go, between earth and heaven. Throu
The longtime Pueblo artists are exhibiting their functional pottery including mugs, bowls and vases, along with decorative wall pieces.
An opportunity for collectors and art lovers to discover extraordinary new talent and for students to gain professional exposure and experience. Soft Opening: Friday September 4th, 5-8PM Reception & Meet the Artists: Friday October 2nd 5-8P
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
Barbadian artist Annalee Davis’s first solo museum exhibition in the United States, More Tender Geographies, brings together more than thirty works spanning a decade of the artist’s practice. Davis examines what she calls a “post-plantation
From the museum’s earliest days, gifts of art have shaped this institution and the permanent collection it stewards. More than half of the collection arrived through the generosity of artists, donors, and others who gifted important works o
Want to better understand how academic policies shape our university? Interested in helping shape them yourself? Join the Policy Fellow for an informal forum on how academic policies are developed, reviewed, approved, and implemented. Learn
This collection of work serves as an invitation to experimentation and play, allowing a search for meaning among various materials. Artist Bio: Lindsay Goss is a multidisciplinary artist exploring abstraction in various mediums, including p
Bailey Cecelia, is a Colorado-based artist who moved to Colorado in search of a deeper connection with nature. The landscapes and wildlife surrounding her inspires her creative practice. Working primarily in graphite on 100% cotton rag pape
Dear Colorado: a love letter to our state is a juried group exhibition honoring our state’s Sesquicentennial (150th anniversary) of statehood. This exhibition is a collective love letter — a visual celebration of the landscapes, communities
“Glass Lives Here” – a contemporary glass exhibition exploring nostalgia. “Glass Lives Here” brings together three Colorado Springs artists: Dani Hughes, Wilhelmina Beeler and Nickolas Shimkus. Each artist reflects on memories, sentimental
The Manitou Springs Heritage Museum is excited to launch a new exhibit, “The Wall — A Montage of First Amendment Rights.” See this incredible and controversial collection showing hundreds of historical buttons, posters, images and ephemera
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
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 c
FREE admission to all UCCS Faculty, Staff & Students (with UCCS ID)! Go Mountain Lions!
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 b
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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 t
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
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Over the past 20+ years, The New Pornographers have proven themselves one of the most excellent bands in indie rock. They have released nine studio albums, including their classic debut…
Rock / Punk · 7pm doors 8pm music $15 presale tickets, $20 at the door https://www.eventbrite.com/e/illframe-sleep-mag-on-the-inaugural-illmag-college-tour-tickets-2000324703034
Pop / Electro Pop
HISTORY STROLL America 250/Colorado 150: Seeing History in Place September 19, 9:30 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. Tickets: $10 *Please note that while all guests are welcome, this tour is designed for an adult audience ABOUT THE HISTORY STROLL Join the
Join us for a full day of learning and fun with our friends from Nature's Educators! Meet amazing falcon ambassadors and learn more about these special birds. This event is open to the public, no registration required! Falcon Frenzy Program
Starting June 6th-October 17th Every Saturday in Bancroft Park 7am-1pm with over 80+ vendors and food trucks , there is something here for everyone!
By September, the dahlia field is absolutely bursting with bold, joyful color, and we love opening it up for you to experience it with us. If you’ve been wanting a reason to gather your friends, sip something good, and wander through flower
Aerial Displays and Performers: A lineup of skilled performers is set to take to the skies (more details to be announced). The show will feature a variety of aircraft performing dynamic maneuvers. Exhibits and Static Displays: While the ful
Once again, the ghosts of the World’s Greatest Gold Camp will speak… Do you hear them? Please join The Gold Camp Victorian Society (GCVS) of Cripple Creek on Saturday, September 19th and Sunday, September 20th for our twenty-sixth annual pr
Join us for the launch of Sip & Savor’s mobile coffee bus and to celebrate one year of Flourish Boutiques and Life Orthodontics! We will have vendors, coffee/dirty sodas, a petting zoo and bounce house, food, permanent jewelry, and more! Br
Join the CSPM to critically reflect on the meaning of and connections to the commemoration of the America 250/Colorado 150 anniversaries. In 2026, how can we make sense of the 250 years since the Declaration of Independence, and 150 years o
Join Rocky Mountain PBS at Panorama Park in Colorado Springs for KIDS FEST! This free family event offers opportunities to meet beloved PBS KIDS characters like Daniel Tiger, Arthur, Clifford, Nature Cat, and Luna. Enjoy many kid-friendly a
USAFA Family Movie Event Wall-E Saturday, Sept 19 at 10 a.m. Join us at the USAFA Planetarium for a family-favorite space movie – Wall-E. Wall-E was chosen by Freddy The Ready Falcon as a film for September to help share the message of Nati
Bringing together an esteemed head staff, many wonderful dancers, drummers, singers, and participants provides an opportunity to see old friends and make new ones. Handmade crafts and delicious food add beauty and nourishment to the day.
Get tattooed. Give cancer the middle finger. Make a difference. The 11th Annual Tattooathon® Colorado Springs returns for another unforgettable day of tattoos, community and giving back. Recognized as the largest tattoo fundraiser in the wo
Enjoy live local music, brunch options, an espresso bar, and a full drink bar on the Margarita’s beautiful patio. Meanwhile, our market comes to life just behind the restaurant, featuring: local growers, ranchers, and farmers with fresh pro
Boulder-based author Mariko Turk will talk about her book, I'll Be Waiting for You, a 2026 All Pikes Peak Reads selection. After the presentation, Mariko will be available to sign books and answer audience questions. Books will be sold by P
With over a dozen installations on display at Green Box this summer, join us for a 90-minute walkabout through town and learn about the artists and artwork located throughout Green Mountain Falls, including two works that are only accessibl
Throughout 2026, join the CSPM in the commemoration of America 250 – Colorado 150 – anniversaries observing the signing of the Declaration of Independence and Colorado’s entrance into the Union. Join a knowledgeable guide on this 1-hour tou
Animals have appeared on money since the first coins, both as a part of a country’s coat-of-arms and as nature-based portraits. Once familiar with the more common types of animals displayed on coinage, students will then design a coin or ba
Renowned Colorado performers and educators Jeff Kagan and Paige Doughty will bring Rainbow Socks to life on stage with original music, movement, and plenty of opportunities for kids to get curious and join in!
FREE community potluck picnic with live music, family events and more
Soccer / Soccer
Raise your glass and join us for Monument Pours in the Park, a libation festival, the ultimate celebration of local craft beverages! Set against the charming backdrop of Limbach Park in Downtown Monument, this annual festival brings togethe
John Gudvangen shares his interest in capturing photographic images of urban life, architecture, nature, and social justice among other subjects in an exhibit at The Bridge Gallery during the month of September. John is a Colorado Springs
FREE admission to all UCCS Faculty, Staff & Students (with UCCS ID)! Go Mountain Lions!
Celebrate summer with the free concert series at Greenways at Sand Creek Park. Concerts presented by Classic Homes.
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
Rock / Classic Rock
Miscellaneous / Miscellaneous
Hip-Hop/Rap / Trap
Alternative / Alternative Rock · 7pm doors 8pm music $10 at the door
From $24.2Tickets from $24.2 · Country / Bluegrass · This event is 18 and over. Any ticket holder unable to present valid identification indicating that they are at least 18 years of age will not be admitted to this event, and will not be eligible fo
Fresh Food, Local Goods and Community. Every Sunday at Acacia Park, in Downtown Colorado Springs. Visit the market 9AM-2PM from May 10 - October 25.
September is one of the most magical times on the farm, and this event offers rare access to our dahlia fields during their most beautiful moment. Gather in our garden gazebo, enjoy a thoughtfully prepared brunch, and savor a quiet morning
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
As a market with a purpose, the Southeast Farmers Market focuses on strengthening the local economy while creating meaningful opportunities for community engagement. Visitors can shop fresh produce, locally made products, handcrafted goods,
Brunch Jam Band every Sunday at Mother Muffs from 11am-3pm
For over twenty years, Ben Brantley was the chief theatre critic for The New York Times. In that capacity he was the go-to person in this country for theatre criticism and wrote some of the most important reviews of our time. He has also wr
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
Funky’s third Play Crawl hits the streets of Old Colorado City this September. Ten mini plays are written for spaces around Old Colorado City including the Old Colorado Historical Society, Meraki Springs, 45 Degrees Gallery, The Queen’s TEA
Ten mini plays written for local actors and using OCC businesses as performance locations. This is our THIRD crawl! You can now upgrade your ticket with some goodies from Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory. Learn more
Ten mini plays written for local actors and using OCC businesses as performance locations. This is our THIRD crawl! You can now upgrade your ticket with some goodies from Rocky Mountain Chocolate Factory.
Our bodies are constantly communicating with us through sensations, emotions, images, feelings, and subtle inner knowing. In this interactive evening hosted by Megan Odom, you’ll be guided through a gentle embodied practice designed to help
Curious about the lifestyle of a theatre professional? What’s it take to slip into a character night after night? Stay in your seats after the show for a curated discussion with the cast and creatives and satiate your curiosity. This event
Colorado Springs offers an incredible variety of weekend activities. Whether you're looking for live music at Ford Amphitheater, family fun at the Cheyenne Mountain Zoo, outdoor adventures near Garden of the Gods, or a relaxed evening at a downtown restaurant — there's always something happening in the Springs.
Our events calendar pulls from Ticketmaster, SeatGeek, PeakRadar, the Colorado Springs Philharmonic, the Downtown Partnership, and other local sources to give you the most complete weekend guide available.
Our Free Events page filters this weekend's listings to no-cost events. Garden of the Gods, Palmer Park and the Pioneers Museum are free any weekend.
See the Family Events page for kid-friendly listings, or the Cheyenne Mountain Zoo, Space Foundation Discovery Center and library programs for year-round options.
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