SAMUEL CLAYBORN, LAURA FITZGERALD, KERI KAHN & WENDY WILKINSON
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20/ FEB
21/ FEB
“WHERE WE STAND”
On stage at Theatreworks through February 25, a lone storyteller, a crossroads of consequence, a community asked to choose, and a tale shaped by the audience’s gaze.
HOUSE OF GOCA: STARDUST
Celestial silhouettes in motion, artists crafting worlds from fabric, models moving through radiant storyscapes, and an evening lit by fearless creativity.
THE ARTIST SERIES
Jazz at Lincoln Center Presents “Great American Crooners” brings cinematic standards to life, singers celebrated on New York’s brightest stages, unforgettable tales behind beloved serenades, and a performance steeped in elegance and swing.
THE ARTIST SERIES
On stage through Mar 14, American Ballet Theatre Studio Company brings virtuosity from dancers aged seventeen to twenty-one, choreography from beloved classics to inventive premieres, a company shaped by international touring, and the unmistakable promise of tomorrow’s principals. 13/ MAR
The Bobbi Price Team - The Platinum Group Realtors
Team Behind Latin Social Rebrands Restaurant as Italian Grille
By Laura Fitzgerald Writer for the SoCo Insider
The team behind Ambli Global are making a splash in Colorado Springs through two recently opened restaurants.
Latin Social opened on North Tejon Street in downtown Colorado Springs last fall. Inspired by the flavors of the Mediterranean, Chef and co-owner Ricardo Morffin created a diverse offering of street food, elevated shareables and flavorful entrees.
The menu draws inspiration from France, Italy, Portugal, Greece and Turkey — all cultures where food acts as a focal point for conversation and connection.
Latin Social is the third restaurant to be opened by Morffin and co-owners Pariza Mehta and Kelly Morrison. Mehta and Morrison first teamed up years ago to open a grab-and-go shop in Denver. Morffin joined the team shortly after the first shop opened.
The grab-and-go shop was transformed into a restaurant that was then moved to Bellview Station, where it still operates today as Ambli
Global. In 2020, the team opened what was then Ambli Kitchen + Bar as a global cuisine restaurant on N. Nevada Ave. in the University Village shopping center.
Leaning into that Mediterranean theme, the co-owners temporarily closed the North Nevada restaurant in late 2025 to transform the popular dining spot into Amore Italian Grille. The restaurant opened in late Jan. 2026.
Amore features southern Italian fare with some northern Italian and Mediterranean influences. Prices are affordable and fair. The ambience is classy and elevated for a fine dining experience, much like the restaurant’s previous iteration, Mehta says.
The Italian word for “love,” the name reflects the co-owners’ passion for food and for their commitment to creating an enjoyable experience for their guests.
“It stands for the love of what we do every day — the cuisine, the restaurant, the people who come in,” Mehta says.
While the former restaurant gained a loyal following, traffic volume dipped in recent years as more restaurants opened downtown, pulling customers away from the
shopping center, Mehta says.
The owners decided a rebrand was necessary to create a concept that would make sense for its location in the shopping center.
“Who doesn’t like Italian food at the end of the day?” Mehta says.
AMORE, 5278 N. Nevada Ave., is open from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. seven days a week.
LATIN SOCIAL, 316 N. Tejon S., is open from 2 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. on Mon.-Thurs, 2 p.m. to 10 p.m. on Friday, and 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. on Saturday.
Latin Social reflects the flavors and ambience of the Mediterranean.
Monday Geeks Who Drink Trivia at 7:30pm Tuesday Run Club 5:15 pm
Whiskey Wednesday: ½ priced 6pm-close.
Live Music Wednesday-Saturday night & Sunday afternoon
Monday - Friday: $17 Lunch Menu 11 am - 3 pm
Large upstairs banquet area available to book
A Gluten-Free Guide to Southern Colorado
By Laura Fitzgerald Writer for the SoCo Insider
Giving up gluten doesn’t mean sacrificing taste – or dining options.
These bakeries, cafes and restaurants in southern Colorado serve delicious bites from 100% gluten-free kitchens, ensuring those following the gluten-free lifestyle can satisfy their tastebuds and have free rein of the menu.
Dolce is on a mission to make baking more inclusive for everyone through its dedicated gluten-free bakery. The bakery offers drinks, muffins, cinnamon rolls, bread, cake and vegan options.
Firebird Chicken Sandwiches
19 N. Tejon St., Colorado Springs Tue-Thu & Sun 11 a.m-8 p.m.; Fri-Sat 11 a.m-10 p.m.
After a 3 a.m. epiphany, Chef Joe perfected his gluten-free fried chicken recipe, and Firebird was born. Husband-and-wife team Justin and Julie Reves took ownership last year. They adjusted the menu to be 100% gluten-free fried chicken wings, sandwiches and bowls.
Mochi Thai’M Donuts
721 N. Academy Blvd., 1856 Democracy Pt., Ste. 100; 2130 Southgate Rd., Ste. 106, Colorado Springs Mon-Sat 8 a.m-8 p.m.; Sun 8 a.m-3 p.m.
Co-owners Sakeo Williams and Greg and Tamara San Agustin serve up diverse, 100% gluten- and nut-free flavors that honor their Thai, Filipino and Guamanian roots. The restaurant offers boba and mochi donuts, a naturally gluten-free Thai treat.
Monse’s Taste of El Salvador Pupuseria
115 S. 25th St., Colorado Springs Tue-Thu 11 a.m.7 p.m.; Fri-Sat 11 a.m-8 p.m.; Sun 11 a.m-7 p.m.
This locally-owned and -operated small business serves up authentic El Salvadoran cuisine using organic, allnatural and non-GMO ingredients with a 100% glutenfree menu. Located in Old Colorado City, Monse’s takes pride in its authentic, homemade-style menu.
One Haven
Pueblo
Craft Cones
101 N. Union Ave., Unit 100, Pueblo Tue-Sun 1-9 p.m.
5956 Stetson Hills Blvd., Colorado Springs
Mon-Sat 8 a.m-2 p.m. & 4-10 p.m.
Stop for the eats, stay for the fun. This 100% glutenfree bakery and cafe offer delectable baked goods, homemade lunch options, a game store and an art gallery. The space also hosts events like game nights, scrapbooking nights, classes and Bible study – all in a whimsical, tree-house setting.
PorkButt BBQ
2220 Academy Place, Colorado Springs Wed-Sat: noon-8 p.m.; Sun 11 a.m-3 p.m.
Husband-and-wife team Joshua and Bonnie Cheney have perfected their BBQ recipes through 20 years of coast-to-coast living. Drawing on their cuisine experiences living in New England, Texas, California and now Colorado, the pair serve up entirely glutenfree BBQ in their cozy little restaurant. 719-744-8001
Sweet Elizabeth’s Organics
1625 W. Uintah St., Ste. K, Colorado Springs Tue-Sat 9 a.m-4 p.m.; Sun 9 a.m-3 p.m.
At Sweet Elizabeth’s, almost everyone can satisfy their sweet tooth. The bakery serves up baked goods and cafe items that are free of the top nine allergens – gluten, dairy, eggs, peanuts, tree nuts, shellfish, fish, sesame and soy – ensuring most people with dietary restrictions can have free rein of the menu.
Tapateria
2607 W. Colorado Ave., Colorado Springs
Sun-Thur noon-9 p.m.; Fri-Sat noon-10 p.m.
Find a taste of Spain and gluten-free tapas at Tapateria in Old Colorado City. Using seasonal picks from local markets and unusual specialties from Spain, the Mediterranean and Colorado’s farms, the simple but elegant fare will whisk your senses straight back to Barcelona.
Craft Cones offers scratch-made, 100% gluten-free ice cream, with several dairy-free and vegan options.
Sweet Ella’s
110 S. Union Ave., Ste. E., Pueblo Tue-Thur & Sat
8 a.m.-5 p.m.; Fri 8 a.m-6 p.m.
Inspired by the health struggles of their daughter, Ella, owners Star and Andrew Vigil are on a mission to provide high-quality, allergy-conscious desserts that everyone can enjoy. The bakery specializes in glutenfree goods that are non-GMO, organic and free of refined sugars and oils. It also offers dairy-free, eggfree, nut-free and vegan options.
This family-owned ice cream shop serves up scratchmade, gluten-free ice cream with plenty of flavor and a dollop of whimsy. Using local milk and cream, the shop offers ice cream scoops, to-go pints, espresso drinks, baked goods and dairy-free and vegan options.
Xtreme Coffee Roasters
Variable Locations and Hours
This mobile coffee truck offers specialty, small-batch roasted coffee with house-made syrups, a small selection of pastries and a 100% gluten-free menu. Check out their Facebook or Instagram to find where they are parked. Call 719-500-9369 or email xcrcoffee@gmail.com to book the truck for your next event.
Firebird Chicken Sandwiches
Sweet Elizabeth’s Organics
Lolley’s Ice Cream
February 2-15
Wed., Feb. 4
Black Rose Acoustic Society Showcase
Americana, Buffalo Lodge, 2 El Paso Blvd., 6 p.m.
Thur., Feb. 5
8th Street Alley
Classic rock covers, Armadillo Ranch, 962 Manitou Ave., Manitou Springs, 6 p.m.
Steely Dead (Grateful Dead/ Steely Dan)
Tribute, Lulu’s Downtown, 32 S. Tejon St., 8 p.m.
Fri., Feb. 6
Craig Walter
Various, Buffalo Lodge, 2 El Paso Blvd., 6 p.m.
Dueling Pianos: Love Stinks!
Piano, Phil Long Music Hall, 13071 Bass Pro Drive, 7 p.m.
GOYA
Covers, Stargazers, 10 S. Parkside Drive, 7 p.m.
The Street Deacons
Blues/funk, Armadillo Ranch, 962 Manitou Ave., Manitou Springs, 8 p.m.
Country, Phil Long Music Hall, 13071 Bass Pro Drive, 7:30 p.m.
Fri., Feb. 13
The High Life
Cajun, Buffalo Lodge, 2 El Paso Blvd., 6 p.m.
Yesterday
Beatles tribute, Stargazers, 10 S. Parkside Drive, 7 p.m.
Marshall Tucker Band
Southern rock, Phil Long Music Hall, 13071 Bass Pro Drive, 7:30 p.m.
Hot Buttered Rum/Family
Elephant
Americana/bluegrass, Lulu’s Downtown, 32 S. Tejon St., 8 p.m.
Big Sky
Jerry Garcia tribute, Armadillo Ranch, 962 Manitou Ave., Manitou Springs, 8 p.m.
Sat., Feb. 14
Family Elephant
Roots rock, Armadillo Ranch, 962 Manitou Ave., Manitou Springs, 2 p.m.
Amoré
Eclectic jazz, Buffalo Lodge, 2 El Paso Blvd., 6 p.m.
Departure
Journey tribute, Phil Long Music Hall, 13071 Bass Pro Drive, 7:30 p.m.
Emo Kids’ Sad Valentine’s Party
Covers, Lulu’s Downtown, 32 S. Tejon St., 8 p.m.
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Cyril Neville; Feb. 10 @ Lulu’s Downtown
Wild Love Tigress; Feb. 7 @ Armadillo Ranch
Easton Corbin; Feb. 12 @ Phil Long Music Hall
Emo Kids; Feb. 14 @ Lulu’s Downtown
In Range Band; Feb. 11 @ Copper River
A Home for Art in the Heart of Downtown
By Rhonda Van Pelt Senior Writer for the SoCo Insider
It’s been a work in progress since 2016 but making dreams come true can take a while. The name says a lot: Artspace, a home for art and artists. The dream is coalescing at 315 Costilla St. in downtown Colorado Springs, between Weber and Wahsatch at the empty lot of the former Tim Gill Center for Public Media.
The project grew out of a grassroots effort by the Colorado Springs Downtown Development Authority (DDA) and the Downtown COS Creative District, according to Michelle Winchell, creative district director for the Downtown Partnership of Colorado Springs. “Projects like Artspace are a critical part of ensuring that downtown remains the cultural heart of the city. Affordable live/ work space is needed now more than ever as the region grapples with a housing shortage — with pressure felt by creative sector
workers who are often part of the gig economy with fluctuating income,” Winchell says.
Artist and former Colorado Springs resident Nard Claar is one of Artspace’s philanthropic partners. He was involved in the process during its early days, working alongside Susan Edmondson, then the Downtown Partnership’s executive director.
“A philanthropic partnership is about crossing thresholds in a community of cross interests between the for-profit business world and the nonprofit world of service,” Claar says. “It all involves money, but merges interests and goals of the individual, community and relationships. There is time, money, training, sharing resources, expertise and space for success. The broad concept is that community and people thrive when values, education, service and social impact merge and support the functions of the citizens.”
Photo: This architectural rendering shows Artspace’s Costilla Street façade. Rendering courtesy of Artspace Projects Inc.
The creative district served as the fiscal agent for the market assessment and feasibility study. Nearly 1,000 artist and community stakeholders participated in focus groups, meetings and surveys, all to provide feedback about what the arts community needs. The DDA provided $500,000 of the $1.8 million initial cost to purchase the site and contracted with Artspace Projects, Inc.
The nonprofit real estate organization, based in Minneapolis, specializes in creating, owning and operating affordable live/work spaces for artists and creative entrepreneurs. Artspace has six other Colorado projects in progress or completed: two in Loveland and one each in Carbondale, Ridgway, Salida and Trinidad. Colorado has more than any state other than Minnesota, which is home to 18 projects. Most Artspace properties are in existing, often historic, buildings that were at risk for demolition.
“What is exciting for me and for
Colorado Springs is that I am not aware of any place that has such an inclusive concept approach,” Claar says. The building’s exterior will feature mural and sculptures among its community spaces.
Ground will be broken sometime this year, and the leasing application process has started for individuals and businesses. It will have 51 units of live/work housing and about 3,000 square feet of commercial space. The 40 one-bedroom units will rent for $1,191 and the 11 two-bedroom units will rent for $1,418. Being an artist is not required, but preference will be given to creatives. Income limits do apply; for details see artspace.org/COS.
The new five-story, all-electric building is designed to meet National Green Building Standard guidelines. The estimated project cost is more than $29 million. Bryan Construction is the general contractor and financing partners include the American Rescue Plan Act, Colorado Creative Industries, the City of
Colorado Springs, the Colorado Division of Housing, the Colorado Office of Economic Development & International Trade and the El Paso County Housing Authority.
Winchell is among those who are confident this investment will pay off. “The impact of the completed Artspace Colorado Springs will be transformative, with positive effects of stabilization, creative community building and business opportunities for the artists and their families, as well as the surrounding neighborhood,” she says.
The Downtown Partnership estimates that almost 5,000 people are living in the area, which has 3,075 units with total occupancy at more than 70%. Downtown also averaged 155 new units being rented per quarter in 2025. “Downtown is quickly becoming not just a place to work or play, but truly a full-time neighborhood where people are choosing to live,” Winchell says.
The Artspace site will include areas for tenants to socialize and be creative.
Renderings courtesy of Artspace Projects Inc.
An Immersive Celebration of Wearable Art & Fashion at GOCA
By Wendy Wilkinson Writer for the SoCo Insider
After a breakout debut, House of GOCA returns this month with a bold new vision that turns the runway into a universe of ideas, movement and meaning. This year’s version blends avantgarde fashion and wearable art into an immersive experience, drawing inspiration from Nina Elder’s current exhibit, The Source Never Diminishes, bridging art, science, social justice and the elements that connect us all.
Poised to become a national leader for significant contemporary art experiences, The Galleries of Contemporary Art (GOCA) at the Ent Center for the Arts focuses on timely and socially relevant artists who explore identity, place and justice with such 2025 exhibitions as Justice of the Piece and between Land and Sky
A Colorado Springs-born artist and researcher, Nina Elder’s artwork is widely exhibited and has been featured in Art in America, VICE magazine and on PBS. Through cutting-edge creative expression, Stardust invites artists, designers and audiences “to explore the mystery and majesty of the universe.”
Joy Armstrong, the awardwinning museum curator, returned to her roots in 2023 when she was appointed director of GOCA. Formerly, Armstrong was the curator at the Fine Arts Museum of Colorado Springs (FAC) for almost a decade, before joining the non-profit InsideOut for several years. “But my heart has always been in the arts,” says Armstrong. “So, when the position at GOCA opened up, I was fortunate to get the job as director.
“House of GOCA stemmed from another fashion event in the early 2020s called Sashay,” she continues. “Always being the kid who did something weird, [I found] Sashay was a way to express yourself by what you wore on your bodies, and one of the most fun events I worked on at the Fine Arts Museum. So, I revived this inclusive event and that was how House of GOCA came to happen.”
Celebrating this second year, for what is going to become an annual signature event after last year’s rousing success, several of last year’s House of GOCA visual artists are participating in this year’s exhibit.
“Aaron Graves is a brilliant, elegant and sophisticated couture designer who lives in Colorado Springs,” says Armstrong. “His gorgeous work could be found on the red carpet. From Denver Karla Palma, a young and emerging designer, returns with KPalma, a fun, funky and youthful line, featuring teen-age models.”
K8E Orr of Jibwa Studio is a returning artist from Manitou Springs, and has a wonderful aesthetic, using unusual and unique items in her colorful and handmade clothing and jewelry.
“I have always been all over the place as far as my art is concerned,” Orr explains. “I’ve always loved fashion design and, over the years, have participated in Manitou’s amazing community parades, including Mardi Gras and the Coffin Races, making my own dreams come true. I have hosted several fashion shows here and in Denver, so last year when I read that GOCA was creating this event, I applied and was accepted into the exhibit.”
In 2025, Orr designed a very comprehensive Tarot Card reading, where her designs represent the cards. This year, Orr’s theme is “When Color Learns to Orbit,” and she will represent the planets through her costumes. “My designs are very deep in fantasy, and I created a celestial fashion show through our solar system. I will be using a celestial tulle fabric, lots of different hand-made textiles as well as creating my own headpieces.”
Stardust will also feature the work of regional artists Chromatiicat Handmade, Frantic Fabric, Hart & Horn, Obaid Afghan Treasure, Phoebe H. Boynton, SKYE AIRE and Tyne Hall.
IF YOU GO:
House of GOCA: STARDUST
Runway Event: FEB. 20, 2026
Related exhibition: On view through March 15, 2026 (Doors open 6:00 p.m., show starts 7:00 p.m.) Exhibition free and open to the public.
Shockley-Zalabak Theater of Ent Center for the Arts
Tickets on sale and available at: entarts.org/Runway2026 or by calling (719) 255-8181
VIP on-stage seating is sold out, but general admission is available at multiple levels ($20 - $35). UCCS students and group sales receive special pricing.
to Downtown Colorado Springs Winterfest Brings Olympic Spirit & Winter Fun
Winter in Colorado Springs is about to get a whole lot more festive. Saturday, Feb. 7, Colorado Springs will buzz with energy as Downtown Winterfest takes over the U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Museum for a day filled with sports, music, food and family fun.
Hosted by the Colorado Springs Sports Corporation, this free community celebration runs from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. and is open to everyone. The museum will also offer free admission all day, giving locals and visitors a chance to explore its world-class interactive exhibits while enjoying the festivities outside.
From the moment the doors open, there will be something happening. The morning begins with a VIP athlete meet-and-greet in the museum atrium, giving guests a chance to chat with Olympic and Paralympic athletes and hear their stories. Live music kicks off with a performance by Colorado College graduate Iyanla, setting the tone for a lively day ahead.
All photos are courtesy of Colorado Springs Sport Corp.
Top: Soul School Band playing at U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Museum.
Bottom: Olympic Champion figure skater Peggy Fleming bringing the torch to the museum.
Reflecting on U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Museum display of numerous Gold medals earned at past Games.
Step outside and the fun continues. The parking lot will be transformed with free horse and carriage rides, a ninja obstacle course, fire pits, s’mores, food trucks, local vendors and plenty of space to wander and explore. It is designed to be a true winter playground for all ages.
One of the most meaningful moments of the day happens at 10:45 a.m. with the Torch Relay and Cauldron Lighting on the Park Union Bridge and Museum Terrace. This powerful nod to Olympic tradition is a reminder of Colorado Springs’ proud identity as Olympic City USA.
Late morning brings more chances to connect with athletes in the Chapman Event Space, along with a Homestead Circus performance that adds a touch of whimsy to the downtown scene.
At 12:45 p.m., guests can gather for an onstage athlete interview to hear firsthand about training, motivation
and what it means to compete at the highest level. More athlete meetand-greet sessions follow from 1 to 3 p.m., so there is plenty of time to snap photos, ask questions and get inspired. The Iyanla Band returns at 2 p.m. to close out the afternoon with another high-energy set.
Even after festival activities wrap up at 3 p.m., the U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Museum stays open until 5 p.m., with last entry at 4 p.m. It is the perfect chance to warm up and explore the stories, artifacts and interactive experiences that celebrate the Olympic and Paralympic journey.
Downtown Winterfest is about more than just winter fun. It is a celebration of community, sport and the unique spirit that makes Colorado Springs Olympic City USA. Whether you are a longtime local, new to town or visiting for the weekend, this is an easy and fun way to experience the heart of the city.
IF YOU GO:
SAT. FEB. 7, 2026 | 10 A.M. - 3 P.M. (Museum open until 5:00 p.m.; last entry 4:00 p.m.)
U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Museum, 200 S. Sierra Madre St., Colorado Springs
More Info: coloradospringssports.org/ events/downtown-winterfest
thisExploreYear’s WINTER GAMES
As the 2026 Milano Cortina Winter Olympic and Paralympic Games approach, Colorado Springs prepares to step into a familiar role as Olympic City USA.
The U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Museum anchors that effort with its 2026 Museum Games Experience, a month-long series of public programs throughout the competitions that turns the downtown museum into a hub for live viewing, storytelling and community gatherings.
The Olympic Games run from February 6 through the 22nd this year, followed by the Paralympic Games from March 6 through the 15th. During both periods, the museum will be open seven days a week from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Staff-activated galleries and public spaces with Games-focused programming will give visitors a shared place to follow international competition while connecting to Team USA athletes and history.
Colorado Springs has long positioned itself as a domestic home for the Olympic and Paralympic movements, and the museum plays a central role in that identity. During past Games cycles, residents and visitors gathered there to watch events live, participate in special tours and engage with the stories behind the competition. The 2026 Museum Games Experience builds on that tradition by emphasizing daily engagement rather than a single marquee event.
Each day during the Games, museum educators lead Winter Games-focused tours that highlight key Olympic and Paralympic moments, athlete achievements and innovations tied to winter sports. Visitors will also encounter daily artifact demonstrations, where staff use objects from the museum’s collection to connect historic milestones to current competition.
Live viewing anchors the experience. On Friday, February 6, the museum hosts a live watch party for the Olympic Opening Ceremony, included with general admission. Tickets are available at: tickets.usopm.org/events.
On Saturday, February 7, the museum expands its reach into the surrounding downtown area with Downtown Winter Fest. Organized in partnership with the Colorado Springs Sports Corporation, this free, citywide event features winter-themed activities, live entertainment, food and beverage vendors and Games-inspired programming. Attendees can watch live Olympic coverage both inside the museum and outdoors.
Athlete engagement remains a key component throughout the Olympic and Paralympic Games. Organizers schedule athlete meetand-greet opportunities on weekends during both competitions. While the museum has not yet announced specific participants, the appearances will give fans an opportunity to interact directly with Olympians and Paralympians and learn about their journeys to the Games.
The Museum Games Experience also highlights local creative talent. Colorado Springs sports artist Bernard Sandoval, a member of the Olympic City USA Task Force, conducts live painting demonstrations on February 14 and March 14. Sandoval plans to create Winter Games-inspired artwork in real time, allowing visitors to watch the creative process alongside live competition.
During the Paralympic Games, the museum hosts a dedicated Paralympic Day on Saturday, March 7. The event celebrates the Paralympic Movement through hands-on activities, athlete storytelling and interactive experiences. Museum staff design the day to deepen public understanding of Paralympic sport while spotlighting the impact and excellence of Paralympic athletes.
Museum leadership frames the Museum Games Experience around connection and accessibility. By offering a mix of daily programming, events and free public celebrations, the museum creates an environment where families, students and longtime sports fans engage with the values that define the Olympic and Paralympic movements.
The 2026 Museum Games Experience reinforces Colorado Springs’ role as a year-round center for Olympic and Paralympic culture and a place where the spirit of the Games remains close to home, even when competition unfolds half a world away.
IF YOU GO:
2026 Museum Games Experience
FEB. 6-22 & MAR . 6-15, 2026
| 10 A.M. - 5 P.M.
(Museum open until 5:00 p.m.; last entry 4:00 p.m.)
U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Museum, 200 S. Sierra Madre St., Colorado Springs
More Info: usopm.org
Cutline for photos. All photos are courtesy of Colorado Springs Sport Corp.
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Summer break will be here before you know it, and if you’re a parent of school-aged kids — you know you can’t wait until May to make a plan. Whether you’re seeking out summer activities to ensure your kids stay active and engaged, or you’re looking for a safe and fun place for your kids to spend the day while you’re at work, flip through our Summer Camp Guide to browse the many options available in Colorado Springs. There are educational, art, sports, theatre, music and outdoor camps galore for all ages. No matter what your young one fancies, there is a camp in the Pikes Peak region that will pique their interest. Camps tend to fill up early, so get to it!
GENERAL DAY CAMPS
Champion Champ Camp
Foothills Elementary: 825 Allegheny Drive
Academy Endeavor Elementary: 3475 Hampton Park Drive
Academy International Elementary: 8550 Charity Drive discoverchampions.com
At Champions Champ Camp, days will be full of ways for kids to surprise themselves with new skills, inspired teamwork, hands-on activities and sprinkles of joy. The full-time or part-time summer camp program is perfect for ages 5-12. Caring, reliable staff provides research-backed curriculum to keep kids plugged into their creativity and curiosity. Your kiddo will make new friends, practice independence, stretch their social skills and enjoy field trips to places like pools, the zoo and other fun destinations.
Get ready for eight exceptional weeks of programming at the licensed childcare facility. Kids Club 360 staffers are committed to maintaining the highest standards of safety, ensuring every child feels secure, supported and ready to thrive. This summer’s weekly themes are Adventure Awaits, Flavors Around the World, Heroes in Our Community, Hollywood Productions, LEGO World, Water Exploration, Olympic Games and Wild Wild West. Choose Kids Club 360 to give your children an unforgettable summer!
YMCA
Multiple YMCA locations 719-329-7289
ppymca.org/programs
Get your Y on … all summer long. Registration opens Feb. 16 for the Y’s Summer Day Camp, one of the oldest and most trusted day camp programs in the country. Y day camps provide fun, child-centered activities and opportunities for learning through discovery, and challenge children to grow in imagination, creativity, self-directed initiative and leadership. Summer Day Camps offer enriching activities based on the weekly theme, where friends are made through group games, sports and fitness, hands-on science activities, arts and crafts, and music! Weekly sessions run through Aug. 7, with one location running through Aug. 14. Camp starts May 26.
Photo courtesy of Champion Champ Camp.
EDUCATIONAL DAY CAMPS
Thinkering Lab
317 E. Kiowa St. 719-247-0203 thinkeringlab.org
Thinkering Lab camps are for elementary-aged kids to blend art, science and engineering through engaging, process-based activities. From building and storytelling to toymaking and exploration, each camp sparks imagination and discovery. Fill your child’s summer with making, playing and thinking! The day camps feature small group sizes, lots of outside play, a Thinkering Lab T-shirt, ice cream on the last day of camp and
Western Museum of Mining & Industry
225 North Gate Blvd. 719-488-0880 education@wmmi.org wmmi.org/education/steamcamps.html
Science, technology, engineering, art and math come alive in a fabulous setting at the Western Museum of Mining and Industry. Two week-long STEAM camps over the summer will offer third- to fifthgraders opportunities for amazing experiments and activities, engaging presenters, fabulous takeaways and stories to share. Registration is open now for session 1, 9 a.m.-3 p.m. June 24-28; and session 2, 9 a.m.-3 p.m.
Young Bot Builders
Rocky Mountain Classical Academy Homeschool Campus: 3525 Akers Drive Bricks & Minifigs: 5730 N. Academy Blvd. Monument Academy East: 4303 Pinehurst Circle 719-271-2120 youngbotbuilders.com
Join Young Bot Builders for their 12th year of camps where children love to play, learn, solve problems and build friendships! The day camp is for kids ages 6 and a half to 13, and it focuses on building and programming LEGO bricks so kids can learn how to think outside the box! No previous LEGO building or programming experience necessary. Registration for this year’s summer camps will be available online in February.
Photo courtesy of Young Bot Builders.
OUTDOORS
Blue Mountain Ranch
11227 County Road 98, Florissant
719-748-3279
Blue Mountain Ranch is an American Camp Association-accredited, thirdgeneration owned and operated summer camp in Florissant. For the past 80 years, BMR has enriched the lives of children from around the globe. BMR is a coeducational overnight camp for ages 7-15 where campers gain independence and confidence through the ability to choose their daily activities. A nurse is always on campus and fresh, homestyle meals are provided each day. The camp emphasizes participation over competition and provides a welcoming environment for all children. BMR is a fun, safe place for kids to be kids, disconnect from technology and reconnect with childhood. BMR could be the summer camp you’ve been looking for!
Bold Earth Adventures
Colorado and Utah
828-425-3971
boldearth.com
Since 1976, Bold Earth has crafted small-group adventure programs that build confidence, leadership and lifelong friendships. Open to campers in grades 7-11, groups are divided by grade (7-9 and
9-11) to ensure experiences are appropriately challenging. Campers will hike in Rocky Mountain National Park, volunteer in a community garden, whitewater raft, climb beginner-friendly granite cliffs and explore Arches National Park in Utah — all while building independence, teamwork and resilience. The two-week camps are the experience of a lifetime!
Photo courtesy of Bold Earth Adventures.
Summer Camps at the FAC
CREATE.
PERFORM. IMAGINE.
Make messes, build friendships, and create something magical in our theatre and visual art summer camps, from musical theatre, acting, and dance to drawing, painting, and mixed media!
OUTDOORS
Camp Rocky
Near Divide | camprocky.org
Camp Rocky is an educational, weeklong residential camp for teens ages 14-17 who enjoy the outdoors and are interested in natural resources, agriculture, or environmental science. Camp Rocky’s professional staff helps participants learn about their environment through hands-on experiences. The camp will take place July 5-10 in 2026 and registration is open now. Students will work in teams, make new friends from across Colorado and choose one of the following resource fields for their area of focus: fish and wildlife, soil and water, rangeland science and forestry.
Catamount Istitute
740 W Caramillo St. | 719-471-0910
catamountinstitute.org/summer-camps
Catamount Institute Camps give children ages 5-12 opportunities to go on outdoor adventures, learn about science and make friends. The 2026 camps will include Colorado-ology, Extreme Education Excursions, Front Range Playground, Rocky Mountain Highlights and Wild Summer Life. Children will be divided by age group (5-8 and 9-12) for different activities to ensure ageappropriate lessons and experiences. The older age group will go on field trips in the Pikes Peak region. Financial scholarships are available. For even more connection with the outdoors, check out the Wild Outdoor Wonders (WOW) summer camps in Woodland Park. Registration opened Jan. 27.
Colorado Kids Ranch
2205 E. Highway 105, Monument 719-799-6708 | hello@ColoradoKidsRanch.com coloradokidsranch.com/farm-camp
Grab your boots and get on board for Colorado farm, horse or farm construction camps at the Colorado Kids Ranch. Week-long camps are offered in halfday formats. At Farm Camp, kids ages 6-13 will collect eggs, take hayrides, spend time with plants and animals, learn about making jelly, ride ponies and tractors, shear sheep and more. Horse Camp is for kids ages 7-14 to help them learn horse safety, thinking, care basics, tack, lingo, different styles of horseback riding and how to ride a horse. Farm construction camp is for kids 8-14 and will include hands-on programs to empower young builders to master the fundamentals of carpentry and farm infrastructure, gaining confidence by tackling real world projects like assembling planters or repairing fences.
El Paso County Nature Centers
Bear Creek Nature Center: 245 Bear Creek Road | 719-520-6387
Fountain Creek Nature Center: 320 Peppergrass Lane | 719-520-6745
It may look like just fun and games, but deep connections to the environment are made minute by minute at these week-long full-day nature camps. Through daily outdoor activities, songs, games, crafts, hikes and embracing children’s universal passions to build forts, sneak and play unstructured in the woods, nature campers connect to the outdoors — and science naturally comes along for the ride. Camps are designed for children entering first through fifth grades, and a special middle school camp week at Bear Creek and Fountain Creek Nature Centers for students entering sixth to eighth grades.
Girl Scouts Outdoor Explorer
Fox Run Regional Park: 2110 Stella Drive | 877-404-5708 camp.girlscoutsofcolorado.org
Girls in grades K-6 can hone their inner leaders for a week of courage, curiosity and Girl Scout fun. Campers will enjoy outdoor skills building, STEM fun, nature crafts, animal encounters and a Hawaiian luau. This camp runs 9 a.m.-4 p.m. every day June 15-19. Registration opened Jan. 22.
Girl Scouts Overnight
Sky High Ranch: 30924 Colorado Highway 67, Woodland Park | 877-404-5708 camp.girlscoutsofcolorado.org
Girls entering grades 2-12 can experience overnight camp at one of six Sky High Ranch camping sessions in 2026. From dipping into a beautiful mountain pond to flying down the zipline, and from learning rock climbing to archery to kayaking, this camping site offers a special experience to make new friends while getting away from it all.
Photos courtesy of Girl Scouts of Colorado.
OUTDOORS
Go West
Chinook Trail Middle School: 9750 Grand Lawn Circle
Eagleview Middle School: 1325 Vindicator Drive
The Colorado Springs School: 21 Broadmoor Ave.
719-357-8872 gowestcamps.com
From three convenient locations around Colorado Springs, Go West Camps will offer three-week camp sessions June 1-19, June 22-July 10 and July 13-31 for kids in kindergarten through ninth grade. Divided into four age groups, campers will explore the outdoors and make memories with activities including gardening, biking, fishing, music, team-building, paddleboarding, nature exploration, rock climbing, theme days, archery, art and cooking.
SUMMER CAMP
YMCA Camp Shady Brook
Deckers
303-647-2313
ppymca.org/camp-shady-brook
Let the fun and adventure begin at Camp Shady Brook! The personalized camp experience sets it apart and brings campers back year after year to reconnect with caring mentors and lifelong friends in a special place. Because each camper is different, the camp offers a variety of options designed to meet every child where they are and create a summer they’ll never forget. At Camp Shady Brook, campers make new friends, build their self-esteem, gain independence, learn responsible decision-making and have an adventure! 2026 summer camp registration is now open. Our camps are a great way for kids to learn more about the world of Parkour & Ninja!
May 26-29: Summer Fun!
June 1-5: Parkour with OLOF WOOD
June 8-12: ARRRGH, Pirate Week June 15-19: Military Boot Camp
June 22-26: Ninja Training with American Ninja Warrior, Lorin Ball Pick a day, a Week, or choose them all!
July 6-10: Stunt Performer Training july 20-24: adventure Week July 13-17: SuperhEro Training
ARTS & CULTURE CAMPS
Academy of Children’s Theatre
481 Windchime Place
719-331-2434
actcolorado.net
Are you looking for a camp where your student can enjoy a fantastic theater experience they won’t forget? Students from 4 years old through high school can join us for theatre camps in Acting, Musical Theatre, Broadway Combo, Dance, Voice, Improv, Shakespeare and even Stage Combat. Weekly camps are offered throughout the summer with the first camp week starting May 26. Your student will make friends, learn new skills, enjoy fun improvisational games and perform ONSTAGE at the end of the week!
Explore the Colorado Springs Conservatory’s 2025 Summer Camps for ages 1-18. CSC is the premiere multidisciplinary arts education space in the Pikes Peak region, proudly serving youth in the area for over 30 years! This summer we are excited to offer 30 fun, engaging and educational camps, like Rock Band Camp, Songwriter, Music Production, Acting/Theater Camps of “Beetlejuice” and “Frozen,” Piano and Guitar Camps, Private Lessons, “A Positive Note” for students with special needs, a Musical Theater Intensive for high school students, and many more! Days Camp sessions run June 2-Aug. 3.
Each of our five-day camps for artsy kids ages 6 and older is full of creative projects based on a theme for the week. In 2025 we will have five weeks of camps in June and July. Every camp is different, but all camps begin with a clay project and include pottery painting and other crafts. Kids will bring all of their projects home on Friday. Camps are small, with only 10 spots per session! We will provide snacks each day. Camps run 9 a.m.noon Monday-Friday.
Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center
Fine Arts Center/Bemis School of Art: 30 W. Dale St.
La Foret Conference and Retreat Center: 6145 Shoup Road
719-634-5583
fac.coloradocollege.edu/camps
Help your child make unforgettable memories and unleash their artistic potential this summer! Join our exciting theatre and visual art camps perfect for ages 5 to 13! Kids can dive into musical theatre, acting, dancing, drawing, painting, mixed-media and more in our vibrant theatre and art camps. Our professional instructors, hands-on projects and supportive environment ensure your child will develop new skills, make lasting friendships and create memories for a lifetime.
Photo courtesy of Academy of Children’s Theatre.
ARTS & CULTURE CAMPS
Millibo Art Theatre Camp
1626 S. Tejon St.
719-465-6321
themat.org/summer-camp-policies
Camp 2025 details will be released on the MAT website March 1. The MAT believes that theatre training promotes self-esteem, builds confidence, stimulates creativity, sharpens communication skills, fosters an appreciation of teamwork, raises cultural awareness, celebrates diversity, encourages respect for self and others, and lays the foundation for a lifelong love of the arts. The study of theater not only trains students to be better actors, it inspires them to be better people. Our staff is dedicated to the safety and well-being of all campers, and we work together to ensure our programs are engaging, creative and fun. Learning and creativity take place in a safe and supportive environment.
Pikes Peak Artist Collective
2708 W. Colorado Ave., Suite C 719-301-7718
pikespeakartist.com/ summer-camps
Pikes Peak Artist Collective (PPAC) is thrilled to offer exciting, handson summer art camps for young artists ages 6-13! Running from late May through mid-July, these full-day camps offer the option to attend either half-day or full-day for the week. Campers will enjoy an immersive experience in ceramics, drawing, painting, and exploring art from different cultures and masters. They’ll also visit exclusive art galleries in Old Colorado City. Registration and camp dates will be available in March. Let your child’s creativity soar at PPAC this summer!
Rock out this summer at School of Rock Colorado Springs! Our summer music camps for ages 7-18 are the perfect way for young musicians to build skills, make friends and take the stage! With options for beginners to advanced players, we’ve got something for everyone. This year’s lineup includes Rock 101 Summer Camp, Best of the ‘90s Camp and Pop Punk Camp! Plus, each camp ends with an epic in-house live performance! Spots fill up fast — visit our website and sign up today!
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SPORTS CAMPS
Air Force Academy
2169 Field House Drive, USAFA 719-333-2116
goairforcefalcons.com/camps
This summer will be packed with great opportunities for athletes ages 8-18 to hone their skills. We offer camps in the following sports: baseball, basketball, cheerleading, diving, fencing, golf, gymnastics, hockey, lacrosse, soccer, swimming, tennis, track/cross country, volleyball and wrestling. We also offer elite camps in certain sports. Led by our Air Force head coaches, our camps will be broken into three sessions: June 9-13, June 16-20 and June 23-24. Not all sports take place all three sessions. We will offer boarder and commuter options. The boarder option allows campers to stay in the
Altitude Summer Camp
750 Garden of the Gods Road, Suite 125 719-964-1798
altitudemovement.com/calendar
Summer will be here before you know it, and you need a plan NOW! What can you do with active kids who have incredible imaginations and love to jump, climb, swing, and flip? Send them to Altitude Summer Camp! Each week of camp has a different theme to guide our students through incredible lessons woven into F-U-N! Think Mr. Miyagi meets Capt. Jack (but with less rum). Check out our schedule online to decide which weeks best fit your kiddo.
Challenger Sports Camps
Multiple fields in Colorado Springs, Widefield and Monument 844-674-8404
tinyurl.com/4aut5k37
For nearly 40 years, Challenger Sports — North America’s Most Trusted Soccer Camp Provider has served over 1 million campers! Campers focus on developing technical skills in a fun, safe environment while learning core values like responsibility, integrity, respect, sportsmanship and leadership. Register today to save up to $70 on select sessions and enjoy merchandise discounts. Early bird pricing ends 30 days before camp begins! Camps are held through Widefield Parks and Recreation June 2-6 and July 2125; Colorado Springs Parks and Recreation June 9-13 and July 21-25; Colorado Springs Switchbacks FC June 23-27 (all campers are invited to the June 25 Switchbacks game); Pikes Peak Downtown YMCA June 23-27; Briargate YMCA Aug. 4-8; and TriLakes YMCA Aug. 4-8.
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SPORTS CAMPS
CityROCK Clmbing Gym
21 N Nevada Ave.
719-634-9099
climbcityrock.com/youthprograms#campsandparties
Camps offer young climbers a unique experience through sport climbing, bouldering and spelunking in CityROCK’s unique cave classroom. Along with learning the basics of climbing culture and technique, they can grow in teamwork, hone their problem-solving skills and challenge their fears and strengths. Four-day and one-day camps are offered in June and July and registration is open now.
The Colorado Climbing Co. offers youth camps for a variety of ages and skill levels. With experienced climbing guides with AMGA certifications, participants are exposed to outdoor climbing skills and amazing locations. Rolling registration has already started and continues until camps fill. For more details, visit the website.
Crested Butte Adaptive Sports
Center
Crested Butte adaptivesports.org
The Crested Butte Adaptive Sports Center enriches the lives of people with disabilities and other specific needs through exceptional outdoor adventures. Summer programs include mountain biking, rock
climbing, whitewater rafting, flatwater sports like paddle boarding, a challenge course, hiking and camping. Open from early June through September, the full-day rate includes all equipment needed, as well as professional instruction from outstanding staff. Scholarships are also available.
D-BAT Baseball & Softball
8265 Jamboree Circle 719-627-3228
dbatcos.com/index.php/ camps-clinics
D-BAT Colorado Springs summer camps provide a great opportunity for players to improve while having fun at the same time. The summer camps are very popular with parents who are looking for something constructive to keep their ballplayers busy when school is out. Specialty clinics — typically focused on one aspect of the game — give athletes a chance to fine-tune established skills or work on problem areas. Dates and registration info is available online.
First Tee
Multiple golf courses in the region 719-597-1932
firstteesoco.org
First Tee is a youth development organization that enables kids to build the strength of character that empowers them through a lifetime of new challenges. By seamlessly integrating the game of golf with a life skills curriculum, the organization creates active learning experiences that build inner strength, self-confidence and resilience for kids to carry to everything they do. First Tee runs camps in El Paso, Pueblo, Teller and Fremont counties for ages 3-18. Halfday and multiweek camps are offered starting May 26 and running through Aug. 14. Camps are located at Valley Hi Golf Course, Elmwood Golf Course, Shining Mountain Golf Course and Four Mile Ranch Club.
Fountain Valley Summer
6155 Fountain Valley School Road
719-391-5356
fvs.edu/summer
Fountain Valley, a premier boarding and day high school in Colorado Springs, provides the ideal summertime environment for teenage campers to learn, grow, and adventure! Nestled on a 1,100-acre Prairie at the base of the Rockies, Fountain Valley Summer Camps feature an indoor swimming pool, the tallest high school climbing wall in the nation, and over 15 miles of hiking, horseback riding and mountain biking trails. For more information, including pricing and registration details, please visit our website.
Photo courtesy of CityROCK.
Girls Pro Flag Football
John Venezia Community Park: 3555 Briargate Pkwy. 719-266-9308
profootballcamp.com
The Second Annual Girls Pro Flag Football Camp offers girls ages 9-18 the opportunity to improve their flag football skills in a fun, non-contact environment. The 2026 camp will take place 8-11:30 a.m. each day June 8-10. Led by professional female coaches, participants build confidence, sharpen techniques and develop leadership and teamwork skills. The pro athletes teach not only proper football skills, but share their stories of perseverance, hard work and overcoming adversity in their lives to include character traits to help the girls be successful on and off the field.
Hot Shotz Volleyball
Mitchell High School: 1205 Potter Drive
Cottonwood Creek Park: 7040 Rangewood Drive
719-266-9308 kevcam23@yahoo.com hotshotzvb.com
Hot Shotz volleyball club will offer various open gyms and specific skill camps throughout June and July for volleyball players ages 9-18. Coaches will work with youth from the beginner level all the way to the club level. These open gyms and camps will take place at Mitchell High School. Two other trainings include a Jump/Core Training Camp and an Agility Training Camp at Cottonwood Creek Park every Monday, Wednesday and Friday from June 29 to July 31.
It’s FUNdamental summer sports camps are multisport camps for kids ages 3-11. Each week of camp is a different combination of five sports selected from basketball, baseball, football, tennis, lacrosse, ultimate Frisbee, soccer and golf. There is also one week of track and field. Camps are located at Portal Park, and the track and field camp is at the Grace Center. All camps run 9-11:30 a.m. Mondays through Thursdays. A LITTLES multisport camp for kids 3-5 offers the same sports at the same park, just for a shorter time (9-10:30 a.m.). Additional children in the same family receive a 25% discount. Each registration includes a T-shirt and water bottle.
Kids on Bikes
Trails around Colorado Springs and Monument
719-641-5373
kidsonbikes.net/camps
Kids on Bikes Summer Bike Camps offer a variety of camps for all ages and levels of riding. Camp offerings range from learning to ride a bike all the way to Level 5, where the campers ride over 20 miles per day! Half-day and full-day options are available. During the camps, kids will learn new skills in bike handling, braking, trail etiquette and leave-no-trace principles. Camps are a social enterprise of Kids on Bikes and help support the nonprofit’s programming to get more kids on bikes in our community. Camps run May 25-Aug. 7.
Pikes Peak Athletics
Pikes Peak Athletics Training Center: 602 Elkton Drive
Country Club of Colorado: 125 Clubhouse Drive
The Club at Flying Horse: 1880 Weiskopf Point 719-400-7450
pikespeakathletics.com/ swim-camps
Pikes Peak Athletics Little Pikes
Swim Camps are the perfect way to boost swim skills through stroke development, water safety competencies and a wide range of swimming activities and games. Every day, campers engage in two 30-minute swim lessons, a 20-minute water safety lesson and in- and activities and games in and out of the water. Geared toward ages 4-12, campers are grouped by skill level and age. Camp dates and registration info will be available online.
Pro Football Camp®
John Venezia Community Park: 3555 Briargate Parkway 719-266-9308
profootballcamp.com
Current and former NFL athletes — including Colorado Springs native JoJo Domann and Matt Henningsen of the Denver Broncos — will volunteer their time and talents to coach the 21st Annual Pro Football Camp®, 8-11:30 a.m. June 22-24. For the past 20 years, Pro Football Camp® has created an instructional, fun and unforgettable experience for kids ages 7-14 in this area. The pro athletes teach not only proper football skills, but also character to gain success on and off the field. The NFL athletes will share stories of overcoming adversity in their lives.
SPORTS CAMPS
Skyhawks Sports
Multiple parks around Colorado Springs
303-222-8038
skyhawkscolorado.com
Skyhawks-SuperTots Sports Colorado offers weeklong camps designed to introduce kids ages 2-14 to a variety of sports and develop fundamental skills through gameplay and skillbased drills. From first kicks, throws and baskets to confident game playscrimmages, the camps help kids gain confidence and embrace teamwork.
Skyhawk Sports also offers yearround classes and camps in 13 sports, plus other non-sport active programs that allow your kids to play and learn in a supportive, enriching and fun environment.
Soccer Buddies
Multiple parks around Colorado Springs
719-330-9642
coloradosoccerbuddies.com
Kick off your summer with Soccer Buddies day camps at local parks around the city for children ages 4-12 from 9 a.m. to noon. Drop your kids off for a day of fun, exercise and teambuilding with high-energy coaches who will develop their soccer skills and love for physical fitness. Pick the days that suit you with pay-by-theday options. Drop and go, knowing your kids will have a blast in safe and experienced hands.
SoccerHAUS Sports & Events Center
4845 List Drive
719-761-7586
soccerhauscs.com/camps
SoccerHAUS offers summer multi-sport day camps for young athletes ages 5-13. Camps start June 1 and go through July 31, running 9 a.m.-3 p.m. daily. All campers will play soccer in the morning. After lunch, the day will continue with outdoor schoolyard games and different sports. The camps are a challenging and fun way to promote teamwork, leading to new friendships.
Engineering Exploration Camp
UCCS RecKids
University of Colorado Colorado Springs: 1420 Austin Bluffs Parkway 719-255-7515
The UCCS RecKids Camp program has three offerings for kids entering first through eighth grade. Small- and large-group activities allow children to learn the importance of diversity, being a team player and leading by example. At Mountain Lion Summer Camp, kids will enjoy activities such as swimming, basketball, soccer, volleyball, rock climbing, flag football and science experiments. At Outdoor Adventure Camp, kids will venture off campus most days for activities including rock climbing, paddle-boarding, hiking, fishing and swimming. At Splish N’ Splash Camp, kids begin each day with a swim lesson, followed by safety drills, free swim time, arts and crafts, gym and field games, climbing and other activities.
Villa Sport Athletic Club
5904 Prairie Schooner Drive 719-522-1221
villasport.com
Villa Sport Athletic Club is bringing summer-long excitement to the area with its Villa Quest camp for kids ages 5 to 12. Registration is open for weekly camps beginning May 27. Kids can look forward to 11 weeks of adventure and fun, including swimming, crafts, games and skillbuilding activities. Each week also features a dedicated enrichment hour, giving campers the opportunity to explore themed activities and special experiences designed to keep learning fun and engaging all summer long.
Villa Sport camps are popular and have sold out in past years. Parents can save 15% by purchasing a Villa Quest Season Pass, which can be used for any or all Villa Quest camps. Villa Sport also offers preschool camps as well as a variety of sports and aquatics camps for different age groups, allowing families to choose the experience that best fits their child’s interests.
Woodward Copper Summer Camp
509 Copper Road, Copper Mountain 970-968-3402
coppercolorado.com/lessonsrentals/woodward-summer-camp Woodward Copper Summer Camp is an action sports and youth (ages 7-17) paradise at Copper Mountain Resort. Weeklong, overnight camp sessions in June, July and August offer summer skiing and snowboarding on real snow, plus a 19,400-square-foot indoor training facility with skateparks, Olympic-grade trampolines, foam pit jumps, indoor ski and snowboard training and more. State-of-the-art training tools and professional staff will help your camper identify and achieve their goals.
THROUGH FEB 15
1. Lone Stranger
Theatreworks, 5225 N. Nevada Ave., Colorado Springs | various times
An Arts & Entertainment Guide
February 2-15
With “Where We Stand,” Donetta Lavinia Grays has written a “devilish fable of mercy,” wrapped in “humor, heart and music” that is making its Colorado debut. The story of a stranger who stands before us with a story and a deal, the song is part confession, part fable and part communal reckoning that explores the cost of belonging and the ties that bind us together. Grays will be on hand for the Feb. 8 prologue event.
entcenterforthearts.org
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3. Peace, Love and Giant Puppets
Manitou Art Center Gallery, 515 Manitou Ave. in Manitou Springs | various times
Kick off the festive season with this exhibit, showcasing works in various media celebrating the decades-long, colorful history of Carnivale and Mardi Gras in Manitou Springs. Pieces include the original watercolor paintings used for posters, some of the parade puppets, feather masks, jewelry and hats. manitouartcenter.org
THROUGH JAN 9
2. Two Viewpoints
Mining Exchange, 8 S. Nevada Ave., Colorado Springs | various times
Patricia Coughlin and Deb Komitor will display their art at the Mining Exchange’s Vault Gallery. Komitor depicts nature in her signature Impressionism-influenced style, while Coughlin paints bold, dynamic abstracts that invite the viewer to contemplate their meaning. The artists will be available for a meet-and-greet, 5:30-7 p.m. Feb. 15.
Born into slavery in the early 1830s, Mary Fields became a legend in Montana as the first African-American woman to carry mail on a Star Route for the U.S. Postal Service. More than 6 feet tall, this gun-toting, no-nonsense woman was beloved for protecting the mail from bandits, wolves and bad weather. When she died in 1914, the people of Cascade, Montana, raised money to have her buried, and her funeral was said to be one of the largest ever in that town. cspm.org
5. First Friday Fabulousness
Sangre de Cristo Arts Center, 210 N. Santa Fe Ave., Pueblo | 4 p.m.
Browse the galleries hosting four outstanding exhibits: “Echoes of Excellence,” a collection of Japanese arts, traditions, impacts and everyday life; “Conceited,” works by “Deadhand,” a Pueblo-based muralist; Robin Beattie’s “quilted canvases”; and “Wondrous Women of the West,” an inaugural invitational exhibit celebrating artists working along the “Art Corridor,” following Interstate 25 from Denver to Santa Fe. sdc-arts.org
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7. Courage in Motion
PPLD East Library, 5550 N. Union Blvd., Colorado Springs | 1 p.m.
Fleeing Nazi persecution in Austria, Leo and Hertha Mohl immigrated to the United States in 1940. Their remarkable journey from Vienna to the Pikes Peak region tells a story of courage, reinvention and belonging that still resonates today. Bob Mohl, their son, will share family stories, photographs and reflections on his parents’ extraordinary lives. ppld.org
8. The Year of the Horse
Ent Center for the Arts, 5225 N. Nevada Ave., Colorado Springs | 11 a.m.
Join the Colorado Springs Chinese Cultural Institute to ring in the Lunar New Year — the Year of the Horse — with lion dances, Chinese acrobats, Asian dancers, Taiko drummers, kung fu and martial arts performers that will delight all ages. Also on site: a tea house, Chinese marketplace and food trucks offering Asian food. The festival is free, but tickets are required for theatrical performances. entcenterforthearts.org
FEB 7
9. Matchmaking is Murder
Ivywild School Gymnasium, 1604 S. Cascade Ave., Colorado Springs | 6 p.m.
Set your cares aside and enrobe yourself in mystical, dreamy or Renaissanceinspired garb for this royal evening of merriment and music. It includes theatrical performances, live music, the art of Charles Rockey, a silent auction and a meal fit for a king — or queen. So get thee to this beautiful, historic church for a generous helping of revelry. cccmanitou.org
Ivywild School Gymnasium, 1604 S. Cascade Ave., Colorado Springs | 6 p.m. Safe Place for Pets, which rehomes the pets of terminally ill people, is hosting this fundraiser set in the Western town of Lonesome Bend. The townspeople are worried because professional matchmaker Cassie Nova has been demonstrating suspicious motives in arranging some very surprising matches. Red Herring Productions presents this hilarious murder mystery — and invites the audience to solve the crime.
safeplacepets.org
FEB 12
10. Love, Millibo Style
Millibo Art Theatre, 1626 S. Tejon St., Colorado Springs | various times
The one and only Babette and her madcap friends present “Lovette,” a most delicious celebration of Valentines, Cupids and chocolates. Round up your friends and/or lovers to see this ridiculous, heartwarming and hilarious exploration of the ups and downs of love, all explained through Babette’s fractured English and accompanied by songs, skits and dancing. themat.org
11. Another Odd Couple
Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center, 30 W. Dale St., Colorado Springs | various times
“The Roommate” chronicles Midwest housewife Sharron, who has never had a roommate before, but after her divorce she needs help paying the bills. Enter Robyn, a brash New Yorker, who may or may not have some questionable reasons about her departure from the city. Jen Silverman’s funny and deeply moving play examines the complexities that arise between two very different women and how they navigate changing senses of identity, relevance and the possibility of reinvention. fac.coloradocollege.edu
13. Rampaging Raptors
Pikes Peak Center, 190 S. Cascade Ave., Colorado Springs | 7:30 p.m. both days
Enjoy 1993’s “Jurassic Park” via HD projection, as Thomas Wilson conducts the Colorado Springs Philharmonic through John Williams’ iconic score. The plot: An industrialist invites some experts to visit his theme park of cloned dinosaurs. After a power failure, the creatures run loose, endangering everyone’s lives, including his grandchildren’s. Steven Spielberg directed the screenplay adapted from Michael Crichton’s book. pikespeakcenter.com
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12. “The Dark Side of Women’s Work”
Old Colorado City History Center, 1 S. 24th St., Colorado Springs | 11 a.m.
Randi Samuelson-Brown will talk about Colorado’s (and the West’s) underworld through the eyes of prostitutes and clairvoyants. These women might have been called “good time girls,” but many were astute businesswomen. Samuelson-Brown is a fifth-generation Coloradan from Golden and a selfprofessed history nerd. She’s also the author of several books, both fiction and nonfiction, including “Market Street Madam,” “Bad Old Days of Colorado” and “The Western Horse.” occhs.org/events
Taste gumbo from professional and amateur chefs at the Mumbo Jumbo Gumbo Cook-off at Soda Springs Park (1000 block of Manitou Avenue), then whoop it up at the wild and crazy parade, which follows Manitou Avenue from Memorial Park to the Ruxton Roundabout. Display the theme of “All You Need is Love,” wear green, gold and purple, or pull from the wacky end of your closet. Insider tip: Take public transportation, ride a bike or carpool to help reduce traffic. manitousprings.org FEB 12-22
14. Let the Good Times Roll
Downtown Manitou Springs | Gumbo tasting starts at 11 a.m., parade starts at 1 p.m.
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