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Things to Do with Kids in Colorado Springs

Keeping kids entertained in Colorado Springs is easier than you think. Every family-friendly event for the next two weeks is listed below, from story times and museum days to festivals and outdoor fun. Lots of these cost nothing - see the full free events guide for more.

Empower Her
Aug
22

Empower Her

Empower Her is a women’s wellness event featuring fitness, networking, local vendors, giveaways, and community.

All day
America the Beautiful Park Fantasy Playground, Colorado Springs, CO
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COS Health & Fitness Expo
Aug
22

COS Health & Fitness Expo

Join the Colorado Springs Health & Fitness Expo! Meet athletes, explore 100+ exhibitors, & enjoy family-friendly activities. #COSFitExpo

All day
Great Wolf Lodge Water Park | Colorado Springs, Colorado Springs, CO
OutdoorFamily
Guardianship, Conservatorship, and POA Training for Non-Professionals
Aug
22

Guardianship, Conservatorship, and POA Training for Non-Professionals

This training is designed to provide an overview on how to serve as a guardian, conservator, or power of attorney for family or friends.

All day
10 North Meade Avenue, Colorado Springs, CO, USA, Colorado Springs, CO
Family
Manitou Springs Farmers Market
Aug
22
Event

Manitou Springs Farmers Market

Local farms, bakers, and makers set up every Saturday morning through the season. Fresh produce, breakfast burritos, live music, and mountain views.

8:30am MDT
Manitou Springs City Hall lot
FreeOutdoorFamily
Colorado Springs Health & Fitness Expo
Aug
22

Colorado Springs Health & Fitness Expo

The Colorado Springs Health & Fitness Expo returns for its third year, taking over Great Wolf Lodge for two full days of interactive experiences, live demonstrations, expert...

10am MDT
Great Wolf Lodge, Colorado Springs, CO
FreeFamily
Bear Creek Nature Center 50th Anniversary Bear-thday Party
Aug
22
Arts

Bear Creek Nature Center 50th Anniversary Bear-thday Party

Celebrate 50 years of Bear Creek Nature Center at our Bear-thday Party! Cake, of course, included. Take part in a variety of activities paying homage to Bear Creek Nature Center's...

10am MDT
Bear Creek Nature Center, Colorado Springs, CO
OutdoorFamily
34th Annual Salute to American Veterans Rally
Aug
22
Event

34th Annual Salute to American Veterans Rally

Celebrating freedom and patriotism, free and open to the public. Join us as we honor, respect, and remember those brave Americans who have given us the greatest gift of all: our...

10am MDT
City of Cripple Creek, Bennett Ave, Cripple Creek, CO
FreeOutdoorFamily

Sensory Storytime

AUG 22

Aug
22

Sensory Storytime

Join us for an interactive storytime designed to include children with learning and sensory differences. Ideal for children ages 3 – 12 and their parents or caregivers. All...

10:30am MDT
Library 21c, Colorado Springs, CO
FreeFamily
The Polaris Pour
Aug
22
Event

The Polaris Pour

An Invitation for the True Connoisseur: The Polaris Pour, Bourbon at the Gate, is a two-day celebration featuring America’s most elusive, highly-awarded, and nearly...

3pm MDT
Hotel Polaris, Colorado Springs, CO
Family
The Famous Flying W Chuckwagon Dinner Show
Aug
22
Event

The Famous Flying W Chuckwagon Dinner Show

For over 70 years, the Flying W Ranch has been welcoming guests of all ages to Colorado Springs’ only Chuckwagon Dinner Show—a Western tradition unlike anything else in the...

5pm MDT
Flying W Ranch, Colorado Springs, CO
Family
Whimsicult Improv Show
Aug
23
Comedy

Whimsicult Improv Show

Whimsicult is a vibrant ensemble of friends whose contagious chemistry makes for an unforgettable show. They mix classic improv forms with team and crowd favorites to deliver...

7pm MDT
Peak Improv Theater, Colorado Springs, CO
Family
Colorado Springs Health & Fitness Expo
Aug
23

Colorado Springs Health & Fitness Expo

The Colorado Springs Health & Fitness Expo returns for its third year, taking over Great Wolf Lodge for two full days of interactive experiences, live demonstrations, expert...

10am MDT
Great Wolf Lodge, Colorado Springs, CO
FreeFamily
719 Battle of the Food Trucks
Aug
23
Event

719 Battle of the Food Trucks

Angels of America's Fallen is hosting the exciting 45+ food truck battle of the year! Join us for a food filled day of food trucks, live music, and community fun while...

11am MDT
Norris-Penrose Event Center, 1045 Lower Gold Camp Road, Colorado Springs, CO, USA
Family
Southeast Farmers Market
Aug
23

Southeast Farmers Market

As a market with a purpose, the Southeast Farmers Market focuses on strengthening the local economy while creating meaningful opportunities for community engagement. Visitors can...

11am MDT
Southeast Food Coalition, Colorado Springs, CO
Family
The Famous Flying W Chuckwagon Dinner Show
Aug
23
Event

The Famous Flying W Chuckwagon Dinner Show

For over 70 years, the Flying W Ranch has been welcoming guests of all ages to Colorado Springs’ only Chuckwagon Dinner Show—a Western tradition unlike anything else in the...

5pm MDT
Flying W Ranch, Colorado Springs, CO
Family
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Aug
24

Baby Time

Mon, Aug 24

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Aug
25

Toddler Time

Tue, Aug 25

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Aug
25

Storytime

Tue, Aug 25

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Aug
25

Tween Tabletop Role Playing Games

Tue, Aug 25

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Aug
25

Teen Dungeons and Dragons

Tue, Aug 25

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Aug
25

Native American Genealogy

Tue, Aug 25

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Aug
26

Toddler Time

Wed, Aug 26

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Aug
26

Storytime

Wed, Aug 26

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Aug
26

Southeast Farmers Market

Wed, Aug 26

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Aug
26

Lego Build​

Wed, Aug 26

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Aug
26

Tween Tabletop Role Playing Games​

Wed, Aug 26

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Aug
27

DisOrientation Week 2026: Fall Student Concert ft. American Authors and Scott Helman

Wed, Aug 26

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Aug
27

Storytime

Thu, Aug 27

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Aug
27

​Toddler Time​

Thu, Aug 27

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Aug
27

Cheyenne Mountain Library Playgroup

Thu, Aug 27

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Aug
27

CANCELED: Teen Dungeons and Dragons

Thu, Aug 27

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Aug
27

The Famous Flying W Chuckwagon Dinner Show

Thu, Aug 27

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Aug
27

Teen Dungeons and Dragons

Thu, Aug 27

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Aug
28

Heller Center Welcome Back Outdoor Movie Night

Thu, Aug 27

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Aug
28

French Music Lingua

Fri, Aug 28

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Aug
28

Storytime

Fri, Aug 28

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Aug
28

Homeschool Game Day

Fri, Aug 28

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Aug
29

Rocky Mountain 5K

Sat, Aug 29

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Aug
29

Manitou Springs Farmers Market

Sat, Aug 29

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Aug
29

Kids Market at Olympic City Field Day

Sat, Aug 29

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Aug
29

Toddler Time

Sat, Aug 29

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Aug
29

LEGO Build

Sat, Aug 29

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Aug
29

The Famous Flying W Chuckwagon Dinner Show

Sat, Aug 29

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Aug
30

Whimsicult Improv Show

Sat, Aug 29

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Aug
30

Southeast Farmers Market

Sun, Aug 30

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Aug
30

Eco-Eaters: Learn to Hunt like a Scavenger

Sun, Aug 30

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Aug
30

The Famous Flying W Chuckwagon Dinner Show

Sun, Aug 30

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Aug
31

Baby Time

Mon, Aug 31

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Sep
1

Toddler Time

Tue, Sep 1

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Sep
1

Playgroup

Tue, Sep 1

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Sep
1

Baby Time

Tue, Sep 1

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Sep
1

Library 21c Playgroup

Tue, Sep 1

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Sep
1

Penrose Playgroup

Tue, Sep 1

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Sep
1

Storytime

Tue, Sep 1

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Sep
1

Idea Lab: Hervé Tullet Hands on Community Art

Tue, Sep 1

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Sep
1

Teen Dungeons and Dragons

Tue, Sep 1

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Sep
2

Storytime

Wed, Sep 2

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Sep
2

Toddler Time

Wed, Sep 2

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Sep
2

Southeast Farmers Market

Wed, Sep 2

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Sep
2

Teen Craft Group

Wed, Sep 2

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Sep
2

LEGO Build

Wed, Sep 2

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Sep
3

Storytime

Thu, Sep 3

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Sep
3

​Baby Time​

Thu, Sep 3

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Sep
3

​Toddler Time​

Thu, Sep 3

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Sep
3

Homeschool: Creative Writing Basics

Thu, Sep 3

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Sep
3

Homeschool: Cool Cave Creations

Thu, Sep 3

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Sep
3

Sensory Storytime

Thu, Sep 3

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Sep
3

Tween Tabletop Role Playing Games​

Thu, Sep 3

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Sep
3

The Famous Flying W Chuckwagon Dinner Show

Thu, Sep 3

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Sep
3

Teen Dungeons and Dragons

Thu, Sep 3

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Sep
4

Idea Lab: Marble Run Mania

Fri, Sep 4

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Sep
4

Storytime

Fri, Sep 4

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Sep
4

The Useful Yucca

Fri, Sep 4

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Sep
4

The Famous Flying W Chuckwagon Dinner Show

Fri, Sep 4

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Sep
5

Copy of Ms. Arista's Creative Corner

Sat, Sep 5

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Sep
5

2026 Mountaineering # 4: Pike's Peak summit from Devil's Playground

Sat, Sep 5

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Sep
5

Colorado Springs Labor Day Lift Off

Sat, Sep 5

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Sep
5

Labor Day Lift Off Balloon Festival

Sat, Sep 5

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Sep
5

Manitou Springs Farmers Market

Sat, Sep 5

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Sep
5

Gaming at the Library!

Sat, Sep 5

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Sep
5

Teen Craft Group

Sat, Sep 5

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Sep
5

Tween Tabletop Role Playing Games

Sat, Sep 5

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Sep
5

The Famous Flying W Chuckwagon Dinner Show

Sat, Sep 5

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Sep
6

Whimsicult Improv Show

Sat, Sep 5

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