Pikes Peak Region Events

We are thrilled to announce the return of the highly anticipated Pikes Peak Gamers Board Game Convention.

It’s time to gather your friends and family to immerse yourself in the world of tabletop gaming once again. Mark your calendars for and prepare for an unforgettable board game convention that includes a board game library of over 1500 different games for you to play from, flea market, tournaments, and more!

Grab your badges today to guarantee your spots at the board game tables. Game on!

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Garden of the Cats presents a weekend family affair for pet lovers, especially for those who favor the feline kind. The following are what you can expect to see at our event:

• TICA-sponsored international cat show.
• Over 140 cats of exotic breeds.
• Interactive contests.
• Purr-rific Raffle Prizes!
• And more!

We are open to the public between 9-4 both days, and we are beginner friendly. We have classes for purebred AND non-purebred cats alike! We love cats of all sorts. Portions of the profits from our event will be donated to local animal shelters and rescues.

To enter the show as an exhibitor, please email [email protected]

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Starting Line Saturday is a monthly event that happens on the first Saturday of each month, during which guests can participate in athlete meet-and-greets, artifact demonstrations, and museum trivia.

Go through the museum and test your knowledge with museum trivia! Examine artifacts on display, interact with the guest experience team, and learn more about what makes Team USA so special.

Join us in kicking off National Library Week with a ceremony to unveil the six winning designs at East Library!

Refreshments will be provided, and new library cards will be available at the end of the ceremony. If you already have a library card, switching your existing card will cost $1 and you will exchange your existing number for a new one.

The contest in January had tremendous participation from our community. We received 814 entries, including paintings, collages, photographs, pen and marker illustrations, colored pencil art, digital art, mixed media, and other art forms. Our Communications team loved receiving your submissions and seeing the outstanding creativity of the people living in El Paso County. Narrowing it down to select winners proved to be a difficult task, and we expanded our target from four to six new cards. The six winners were notified in February.

Centennial Elementary School submitted 53 of the designs after running the Design Contest as a school-wide contest (which received over 300 submissions not included in the 814 received by the Library). The school's student body voted on their top favorites to send to the Library. People of all ages living in El Paso County (except for Security-Widefield, which has a different library system) submitted designs inspired by the Library, the community, or the Pikes Peak region.

The gallery of all submissions will go live that morning at ppld.org/library-card-contest

Thank you to HR Meininger Company for sponsoring a $100 gift card for each winner!

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The Gallery of Living Art, presented by First Lutheran Church.

A cherished and unique tradition, proudly marks its 30th anniversary with a breathtaking portrayal of Christ’s life, passion, and resurrection. This immersive experience brings 12 life-size works of art to the stage, enhanced by moving music and scripture, offering a profound and inspiring journey for all who attend.

Join us for this extraordinary event on the following dates:

For three decades, First Lutheran Church's Gallery of Living Art has been a testament to the power of faith and artistry, drawing audiences into the beauty and depth of Christ’s story. Don’t miss this unforgettable celebration of art, music, and devotion.

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The Manitou Springs Heritage Museum proudly announces the opening of its new Winter exhibit, “Ski Areas of the Pikes Peak Region”.  The exhibit is a collaboration with the Colorado Snowsports Museum in Vail, who provided some amazing historic photographs. Due to the efforts of the Pikes Peak Ski Club and Don Lawrie, the club’s first president, ski areas like the Pikes Peak Ski Area and Ski Broadmoor were successful for many years while other Ski Areas were planned, but never operational.  This exhibit tells the stories of the early skiing pioneers who were dedicated to promoting the sport of skiing within the Pikes Peak Region.

First Friday March 7 (Noon-8 pm) 

Event Details: Join UpaDowna and Colorado College Outdoor Education for the 20th annual Paddling Film Festival at Packard Hall, Colorado College!

Before the screening, enjoy a lively pre-show gathering in the courtyard—grab a snack or beverage, enter to win exciting giveaways, connect with local nonprofits, or kick back with a game of cornhole.

All proceeds support UpaDowna, a 501c3 nonprofit dedicated to outdoor adventure and accessibility.

Enjoy ¢33 Yellow Kite pints, cocktails, vintage photo ops, and more tomfoolery at our swingin' speakeasy all night long.

To enter the party, you are required to dress in 1920s/1930s garb - time to get all spiffy and dolled up, folks! There will be a costume contest with some pretty nifty prizes at the end of the night, so dress to impress.

All guests MUST know the secret password to gain entrance to the speakeasy... Keep your eyes peeled on Facebook and Instagram for hints! The party of the year is held in Bristol's Barrel Room and Fermentation Hall. Must be 21+ to attend.

This speakeasy is open for business!

Grand Opening Event at Pony Park by Aspen View Homes!

Saddle up and join us for an unforgettable grand opening celebration at Pony Park!

 Event Highlights:

• Mechanical Bull – Think you can hold on? Test your skills!
• Face Painting – Fun designs for all ages!
• Bounce House – Jump into the excitement!
• Josh & John’s Ice Cream Car – Because nothing beats a sweet treat!
• Mini Scavenger Hunt – Find the hidden mini toy horses in our model homes for chance to WIN a brand-new grill!
• Raffle – Enter to win big at the end of the event!

Bring the family, tell your friends, and come experience the excitement at Pony Park!

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'Songs and Steps: Folk Traditions Transformed' Julyan-Short-Nez Trio

This special folk-infused program opens with Clara Schumann's elegant and soulful Piano Trio in G Minor, considered her greatest work, followed by Robert Schumann’s Five Pieces in Folk Style, which reflects the composer’s interest in traditional folk music of Germany and Bohemia. Ofer Ben-Amots' Bulgariana features folk song, as well gestures reminiscent of bagpipe and gadulka (a traditional bowed instrument) from Bulgaria. The program is rounded out by Ketty Nez's trio in memory, virtuosic instrumental gestures fragment Slovenian and Romanian folk sources.

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Monthly classes are available for children ages 6 -14 at Front Range Fencing Club.

Students need only wear gym pants, gym shoes, and a t-shirt.

Note that class size is limited and usually fills early.

Intermediate and advanced on-going classes and competitive lessons are offered.