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The historic Patty Jewett Golf Course. Built in 1898, we are proud to be the third oldest public golf course west of the Mississippi and one of the most played courses in the state. Here at the bar and grill we strive to maintain the reputation this city treasure deserves. Open year-round. Patty Jewett Bar & Grill is located near downtown Colorado Springs with the best view, food & brew in town! We'll see you soon!
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Candy Cane Craft & Gift Show Come join in all the festivities at our 2nd Annual Candy Cane Craft & Gift Show, happening at the Norris Penrose Event Center on Saturday, December 13th from 10 am to 5 pm, and Sunday, December 14th from 10 am to 4 pm. Explore over 130 local vendors offering a wide array of unique gifts! Compete in the Gingerbread House or Ugly Sweater Contest or have your family pet compete in our Candy Cane Pet Photo Contest (preregistrations required)! Our event is designed to offer something for everyone in your family! CSLE is a public charity that supports small non-profits in Colorado Springs. This year’s proceeds will go to Harley’s Hope Foundation, with all funds remaining local.
Norris Penrose Event Center 1045 Lower Gold Camp Road, Colorado Springs 719.717.0765 | info@candycaneshowcase.com candycaneshowcase.com
Big Memories with Small-Town Charm
Old Colorado City
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When the snow starts dusting the mountains and the lights begin to twinkle above West Colorado Avenue, Old Colorado City turns into a reallife holiday village. Stroll our National Historic District and wander in and out of locally owned boutiques, where you’ll find handmade jewelry, cozy winter wear, gourmet goodies and one-of-akind Colorado gifts you simply won’t see at the big box stores. In between shops, warm up with hot cocoa, craft cocktails or a lingering dinner at award-winning restaurants,
cafés and pubs, all just steps away from the glowing sidewalks. As night falls, the avenue sparkles with holiday lights and live entertainment, and our galleries keep their doors open for ArtWalk nights — inviting you to meet local artists, browse hundreds of works and pick out that perfect piece to gift (or keep). From festive events like the Christmas Stroll and Santa’s Cabin to impromptu street music and cocoa in the park, the season in Old Colorado City is all about small-town charm, big holiday spirit and memories made around every corner.
Local Gifts from Local Artists Reserve Our Gallery in Woodland Park is a vibrant community hub that celebrates creativity and local talent. Showcasing the work of regional artists, it features an inspiring variety of paintings, sculptures, pottery, photography and mixed media pieces. Each month, themed art shows highlight both emerging and established creators, fostering a deeper appreciation for the arts. Monthly galas bring together artists, patrons and community members for evenings of culture and connection. During the holidays, the gallery offers festive gift tables filled with unique local creations, along with convenient gift cards. Reserve Our Gallery also participates in the First Friday Art Walk and proudly sponsors the Holiday Home Tour, enriching Woodland Park’s artistic spirit.
Reserve Our Gallery 400 West Midland Avenue, Woodland Park 719.401.2301 | reserveourgallery.art
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Holidays Come Alive in Manitou Springs Make your holidays a little more magical this season with Manitou Springs! A short drive away, enjoy the weekend at one of our inviting lodges, cabins or historic inns then stop in town to finish your holiday shopping, where locally owned boutiques, galleries and artisan shops are brimming with one-of-a-kind gifts and Manitoustyle treasures. Sip locally roasted
coffee, enjoy breakfast with a view or treat yourself to hearty lunches and festive dinners at our beloved restaurants. This season, skip the crowds and come to Manitou Springs — shop local, enjoy the lights and celebrate the holidays with the charm, creativity and community spirit that make our town one of a kind.
Visit Manitou Springs 354 Manitou Avenue | 719.685.5089 manitousprings.org
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Arts Flight for Inspired Giving This holiday season, give the gift of discovery with an Arts Flight — a choose-your-own-adventure made possible through Ent Center for the Arts gift certificates. Instead of one night out, you’re giving loved ones the power to curate their own creative experience — whether that’s a bold Theatreworks production, a mesmerizing Artist Series concert or an arts-meets-
fashion runway at GOCA. Pair the certificate with a calendar, handwritten itinerary or dinner reservation to make it a shared experience. From laughter under the stage lights to awe in the gallery, an Arts Flight turns ordinary gifting into a season-long celebration of imagination, connection and the joy of exploring the arts together. Call or visit our box office today!
Ent Center for the Arts 5225 N. Nevada Avenue, Colorado Springs 719.255.8181 | entarts.org
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Bundle up and follow the twinkle of Downtown’s lights to where shop windows glow and every block feels like a snow globe come-tolife. Step into more than 85 charming boutiques, galleries, and specialty shops to find treasures big and small: cozy sweaters, clever gifts, unique jewelry, artful keepsakes and perfect stocking stuffers. Looking for memory-making experiences? Come down for the holiday parade, character stroll, festive events and even outdoor ice skating. And, when it’s time to warm up, choose from more than 130 spots to dine, drink and celebrate, from festive cocktail lounges to cozy coffee shops. Create traditions Downtown Colorado Springs.
This holiday season, find meaningful gifts that inspire and delight at Auric Gallery. Our curated collection features original artwork, fine art prints, giclées, handcrafted pottery, artisan jewelry, candles, and more! Every piece is created by talented local and regional artists. Whether you’re a seasoned collector or simply appreciate the beauty of art, Auric Gallery offers something special for everyone on your list. Step into a space where creativity and community come together and experience the joy of giving art that lasts a lifetime. Visit Auric Gallery in person or online and make this season truly artful.
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Exceeding all Expectations Discover Lane Mitchell Jewelers in Manitou Springs. This local gem is known for exquisite vintage and estate jewelry, unique custom design and high-quality, in-house repair services. With more than 100 years of combined experience, from the sales floor to the jewelers’ benches, everything is top-notch. The customer service and fivestar reviews speak for themselves.
Experience the pleasure of a locally owned and friendly business for your next holiday shopping adventure. Whether it’s a custom design, restoring a family heirloom or finding the perfect new piece of jewelry, Lane Mitchell Jewelers will exceed your expectations. There is no better place to find one-of-a-kind jewelry and hidden treasures than the showroom at Lane Mitchell Jewelers.
Lane Mitchell Jewelers 737 Manitou Avenue, Manitou Springs, CO 80829 | 719.632.1170 lanemitchelljewelers.com
Great Dining is Par for the Course
Patty Jewett Bar & Grill 900 E. Espanola Street, Colorado Springs 719.385.6908 | pjbarandgrill.com
Patty Jewett Bar & Grill offers breakfast, lunch, dinner, bar and banquets at one of Colorado Springs' historic locations. Enjoy savory entrees, cold brews and delicious desserts while overlooking the Patty Jewett Golf Course and Pikes Peak – arguably, one of the best views to be had
in Colorado Springs. Dine in or take out. Contact us about hosting an event at our venue, featuring breathtaking views, excellent banquet options and exceptional services. This is truly a gem in the rough... close to downtown Colorado Springs. We look forward to seeing you here, year round!
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escape with 300 high-end rooms and suites, blending timeless glamour with modern comfort. Relax at the world-class spa, take a dip in the heated rooftop pool or enjoy exquisite dining at 980 Prime. We also offer exclusive specials for our local neighbors and military personnel. Join Mile High Rewards and experience your new home on the Front Range!
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Boutique with a Heart
Jen’s Place 2514 W. Colorado Avenue, Colorado Springs 719-635-9560 | pjbarandgrill.com
Jen’s Place is an adorable boutique and gift shop located in the heart of Old Colorado City. You’ll find a variety of affordable ladies clothing ranging in sizes, along with accessories, jewelry, handbags, baby gifts, children’s activities, greeting cards, soaps, scents, entertaining dishware, tea towels, garden flags, aprons
and some locally made items. Many products offered at Jen’s Place give back to the community or organizations, such as the American Cancer Society, American Heart Association, Humane Society, National Suicide Foundation, Center for Wildlife, American Forest Foundation and Fisher House.
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Holiday Events
from Thanksgiving to New Year’s Potluck, Pie & Music
NOV 27 | Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort, 2 El Paso Blvd., Colorado Springs | 3-8 p.m.
The lodge is furnishing the turkey, and the community is welcome to bring a side dish or dessert to share with friends old and new for a community-filled Thanksgiving gathering.
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Holly Jolly
Through DEC. 23 | Iron Springs Chateau, 444 Ruxton Ave., Manitou Springs | various times
Jingle, Bells and Tinsel are elves, racing to the North Pole to warn Santa about two very bad villains. That’s just the beginning of “Trouble in Holly Jolly Valley … or … Don’t Be a Tattletale,” a slapstick holiday melodrama.
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Market Value
Through DEC 28 | Commonwheel Artists Co-op, 102 Cañon Ave., Manitou Springs | 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Some of the region’s best artists present their work during the annual Holiday Market extravaganza. Find handmade ornaments, pottery, wearable art, stuffed toys and more.
commonwheel.com
Lights, Action, Camera
NOV 27-JAN 3 | Pikes Peak International Raceway, 16650 Midway Ranch Road, Fountain | various times
Experience the Magic of Lights from your own vehicle, driving through the latest LED technology and digital animations.
magicoflights.com
Irish Hearts
NOV 28 | Stargazers Theatre, 10 S. Parkside Drive, Colorado Springs | 7 p.m.
Even if you’re not Irish, you’ll love “Irish Christmas in America,” a presentation of music, dance and seasonal Irish traditions with an all-star line-up of musicians and singers.
stargazerstheatre.com
Santa Sings at the Buffalo Lodge NOV 29, DEC 6, 13, 20, 27
River of Lights
NOV 28 | 101 S. Union Ave., Pueblo | 5-7 p.m.
The Pueblo Riverwalk hosts the 24th Annual Holiday Lighting Extravaganza in the heart of this historic downtown.
puebloriverwalk.org
Marvelous Mansion
NOV 28-DEC 30 | Rosemount Museum, 419 W. 14th St, Pueblo | 10 a.m.-2:30 p.m .
The historic mansion will sparkle inside and out for the season; stop by 6-8 p.m. Dec. 12 for holiday chamber music.
rosemount.org
Sugarplum Fairy
NOV 28-DEC 30 | Pikes Peak Center, 190 S. Cascade Ave., Colorado Springs | various times
Young local dancers join the Colorado Springs Philharmonic, students from the University of Oklahoma School of Dance and professionals from the Oklahoma City Ballet to present “The Nutcracker.”
csphilharmonic.org
Light Up the Night
NOV 29 | Downtown Pueblo, Mesa Junction along Union Avenue and on to Main Street | 5:30 p.m.
During the Pueblo Parade of Lights, festive floats, school marching bands, decorated horses and car club vehicles wind through Downtown Pueblo to thrill thousands of spectators.
puebloparadeoflights.com
Santa at the Buffalo
NOV 29, DEC 6, 13, 20, 27 | Buffalo Lodge, 2 El Paso Blvd., Colorado Springs | 5-8 p.m.
Santa will take a break from his travels to stop by for songs and stories by the fireplace. Stroll the illuminated grounds, then warm up with hot cocoa.
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Illuminated Animals
NOV 29-DEC 29 | Pueblo Zoo, 3455 Nuckolls Ave., Pueblo | various times
Ooh and aah at the more than 150 animated creatures and 250,000 lights at ElecriCritters, Southern Colorado’s largest holiday light show.
pueblozoo.org/electricritters
Art for Christmas
NOV 29 | Mining Exchange, 8 S. Nevada Ave., Colorado Springs | 11 a.m.-3 p.m.
Auric Gallery presents this Holiday Market featuring 15 artists working in various media, painting demonstrations and a make-and-take booth.
auricgallery.com
City Sidewalks
NOV 29 | West Colorado Avenue | 4-7 p.m.
Old Colorado City puts on its brightest face for the annual Christmas Stroll. Indulge in hot cocoa, shop special offers, listen to carolers and meet live reindeer. Santa will be available for photos noon-8 p.m. in Bancroft Park.
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Baroque Messiah
Loud and Proud
Parish House Baroque members, performing on authentic 1700s instruments, join the Colorado Vocal Arts Ensemble to present Handel’s “Messiah.” The evening includes an optional dinner 5:30-6:30 p.m.
The Out Loud Colorado Springs Men’s Chorus presents “Once Upon a Starry Night,” an evening of infinite harmony.
NOV 29 | Glen Eyrie Castle, 3820 N. 30th St., Colorado Springs | 4 & 7 p.m.
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Hilltop Holiday
NOV 30 | The Pinery at the Hill, 775 W. Bijou St., Colorado Springs | 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
DEC 5 | Community Congregational Church, 103 Pawnee Ave., Manitou Springs | 7:30 p.m.
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Seasonal Gifts
DEC 5-7 | Norris Penrose Event Center, 1045 Lower Gold Camp Road, Colorado Springs | various times
More than 40 local makers and artists will show their wares at this Makers Market.
Fill your shopping bags with unique gifts from more than 150 vendors. The Holiday Food and Gift Festival offers arts, crafts, wearable items and Christmas décor — and a gourmet food selection.
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Music by Candlelight
Hurray for Ballet
Cami Maree and Christopher Vuk (known as Blue Violin) blend their sounds as “The Voice and the Violin” to perform Christmas favorites and other songs.
The Sangre de Cristo Ballet & School of Dance members perform “The Nutcracker Ballet.”
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sdc-arts.org
Simply Wonderful
Lights on the Mountain
The perennial holiday favorite, “It’s a Wonderful Life,” teaches a valuable lesson about how we all can affect others’ lives — with the help of our better angels.
The zoo presents the beloved Electric Safari, now in its 35th year. Santa will hear wishes Dec. 5-23.
pueblomemorialhall.com/events
cmzoo.org/electric
Howdy, Holidays
Santa on a Cycle
The Wranglers are ready to welcome guests to the Cowboy Christmas Jubilee.
Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort presents Cycling Santa, fun rides of various distances that serve as a toy drive for Give It Forward.
NOV 30 | Ent Center for the Arts, 5225 N. Nevada Ave., Colorado Springs | 5 p.m.
DEC 4-6 | Pueblo Memorial Hall, 1 City Hall Place, Pueblo | various times
DEC 4-7, DEC 11-14, DEC 17-DEC. 23 | Flying W Ranch, 3330 Chuckwagon Road, Colorado Springs | various times
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Acoustic Magic
DEC 5 | Stargazers Theatre, 10 S. Parkside Drive, Colorado Springs | 7 p.m.
Join Trace Bundy for his 17th annual Acoustic Holiday. The acclaimed guitarist puts on a jaw-dropping performance you won’t soon forget.
stargazerstheatre.com
Christmas by the Creek
DEC 5 | Bear Creek Nature Center, 245 Bear Creek Road, Colorado Springs | 5-9 p.m.
DEC 5-7, 12-14 | Sangre de Cristo Arts Center, 210 N. Santa Fe Ave., Pueblo | various times
DEC 5-JAN 1 | Cheyenne Mountain Zoo, 4250 Cheyenne Mountain Zoo Road, Colorado Springs | various times
DEC 6 | 5725 Mark Dabling Blvd., Colorado Springs | 9 a.m.
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Fun with Family
DEC 6 | Pioneers Museum, 215 S. Tejon St., Colorado Springs | 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
Experience the joy of the season at the Festival of Lights Family Fun Day, with music, crafts and other activities.
cspm.org/festivaloflights
Downtown Delight
DEC 6 | Tejon Street, Downtown Colorado Springs | 5:50 p.m.
If singing holiday music, listening to Santa read out loud, enjoying cookies and crafts, and strolling luminary-lit trails appeals to you and your family, this is what you’re looking for.
For 41 years, the magical, award-winning Festival of Lights parade has sparkled, drawing thousands of happy spectators. See the almost 100 illuminated floats and listen to holiday music.
parks.elpasoco.com/el-paso-county-nature-centers
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A Winter’s Eve
Pop Goes the Music
Join David Arkenstone and friends for holiday classics with a blend of musical stories and sonic tapestries.
The Colorado Springs Youth Symphony helps young musicians spread their wings and strut their stuff at events including the Holiday Pops Concert.
entcenterforthearts.org
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DEC 5 | Ent Center for the Arts, 5225 N. Nevada Ave., Colorado Springs | 7 p.m.
DEC 6 | Pikes Peak Center, 190 S. Cascade Ave., Colorado Springs | 7:30 p.m.
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New Year's Eve Gala at Glen Eyrie Castle DEC 31
Advent Service
Song of Winter
The Colorado College Chamber Choir, Mariachi Tigre and other musicians present the 64th annual Advent service.
The Colorado Vocal Arts Ensemble presents “Wintersong,” when beautiful voices in a beautiful setting evoke the intersection of light and dark and the beauty of the natural world in winter.
DEC 7 | Shove Memorial Chapel, Colorado College, 1010 N. Nevada Ave., Colorado Springs | 6 p.m.
coloradocollege.edu/ newsevents/calendar
Merry in Manitou
DEC 7 | Manitou Avenue from Ruxton Avenue to El Paso Boulevard, Manitou Springs | 6 p.m.
Come one and all to the festive Manitou Christmas Parade, where memories linger and magic is made. And watch for Santa’s arrival on a vintage fire truck.
manitouchristmasparade.com
A New Tradition
DEC 11-14, 18-23 | Bancroft Park, 2408 W. Colorado Ave., Colorado Springs | noon-8 p.m.
Old Colorado City will be transformed into a traditional German holiday scene with Christkindlmarket. Nightly entertainment, vendors and twinkling lights will abound.
occchristkindlmarket.com
Makers and Magic
DEC 13 | Manitou Art Center, 513 Manitou Ave., Manitou Springs | 11:45 a.m.-4 p.m.
You’re sure to find something special for loved ones at the annual Handmade Holiday market, featuring arts, crafts, cookies, home décor and music.
manitouartcenter.org
DEC 13 Shove Memorial Chapel, Colorado College, 1010 N. Nevada Ave., Colorado Springs | 4 & 7:30 p.m.
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Festive Friends
DEC. 13-14 | Ent Center for the Arts, 5225 N. Nevada Ave., Colorado Springs | various times
Friends of Club 21 hosts “Christmas This Year,” a heartwarming holiday spectacular featuring members of the Down Syndrome community.
entcenterforthearts.org
Voices of Joy
DEC 14 | Pikes Peak Center, 190 S. Cascade Ave., Colorado Springs | 1:30 & 4:30 p.m.
First Presbyterian Church presents “Christmas Joy,” a holiday concert featuring the church’s Sanctuary Choir and Kids Choir, along with the Colorado Springs Children’s Chorale.
pikespeakcenter.com
Christmas Strings
DEC 14 | Stargazers Theatre, 10 S. Parkside Drive, Colorado Springs | 6 p.m.
Spinphony, the electrifying string quartet, performs high-energy holiday favorites.
stargazerstheatre.com
Clara in Colorado
Merry Music
“A Colorado Nutcracker” takes the traditional tale of Clara and the Nutcracker Prince, and transplants the action to Colorado Springs.
The Colorado Springs Philharmonic presents “Christmas Symphony,” partnering with the Colorado Springs Chorale to fill the holidays with music, joy and inspiration.
DEC 16-17 | Pikes Peak Center, 190 S. Cascade Ave., Colorado Springs | various times
pikespeakcenter.com
Choral Christmas
DEC 17 | Pueblo Memorial Hall, 1 City Hall Place, Pueblo | 7 p.m.
The Pueblo Choral Society presents “An Old-Fashioned Christmas,” with music ranging from “Carol Cantata II” to a medley from “The Grinch.”
pueblomemorialhall.com/ events
Savor the Season
DEC 18 | Ent Center for the Arts, 5225 N. Nevada Ave., Colorado Springs | 7:30 p.m.
Spend Christmas with C.S. Lewis; awardwinning actor David Payne portrays the beloved British author, spinning tales of hope, faith and the joy of the season.
entcenterforthearts.org
Rocky Mountain High DEC 18 | Pikes Peak Center, 190 S. Cascade Ave., Colorado Springs | 7:30 p.m.
Singer/guitarist Rick Schuler and the Starlight String Ensemble will take the audience back to the 1970s with “A John Denver Christmas.”
pikespeakcenter.com
DEC 20-21 | Pikes Peak Center, 190 S. Cascade Ave., Colorado Springs | various times
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Colorado Rhapsody
DEC 30-31 | Pikes Peak Center, 190 S. Cascade Ave., Colorado Springs | various times
From the first notes of George Gershwin’s “Rhapsody in Blue,” you’ll know you’re hearing something special. Chloé Dufresne conducts the Colorado Springs Philharmonic, and the performance ends in Colorado’s largest balloon drop.
csphilharmonic.org
Castle Gala
DEC 31 | Glen Eyrie, 3820 N. 30th St., Colorado Springs | 6-10 p.m.
Usher out the year at the New Year’s Eve Gala, with a four-course dinner, an unforgettable music experience and a welcoming dance floor.
gleneyrie.org
Fire on the Mountain DEC 31 | Pikes Peak, fireworks from the summit | 9 p.m. & midnight
In 1922, the “Frozen Five” trekked up Pikes Peak to set off fireworks on New Year’s Eve. Subsequent generations of AdAmAn Club members have carried on the tradition.
adaman.org
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