Family events in Colorado Springs, CO

Enjoy a relaxed you-pick flower outing where you can stroll the fields and cut your own bouquet to take home. Entry is a flat $5 per guest for the you-pick area, and flowers are purchased separately at the farm. Admission also includes access to the flower field, an on-site gift shop, picnic tables with seating, and concessions. Children 5 and under are free. The Cup of Flowers option is $25 and lets you gather 20 stems in a biodegradable cup you keep for easy transport or sharing. Cups, water, and snips for cutting are provided.

Family Fun Friday at Bubbles N’ Bites creates a weekly hangout for all ages with an all-day boba bar featuring endless drinks and toppings, plus unlimited appetizers and desserts. Inside, families can enjoy a PAC-MAN arcade, board and card games, a giant Connect 4 set, a claw machine, a piano, and a mini gift shop. Pricing is straightforward, with kids under 3 free, kids under 10 at $17.99, and adults at $23.99.

At Peak Improv Theater, The Stick Horses Improv Show offers family friendly comedy where the audience helps shape what unfolds. Colorado Springs’ longest running improv team invents characters, stories, and songs in the moment, guided by suggestions from the crowd. Also featured is Friends of the Pilot, a new improv addition to the Peak Improv stage. All ages are welcome, promising plenty of laughs and surprising twists for everyone.

Outdoor Recreation is offering an adventurous whitewater rafting trip through Bighorn Sheep Canyon, combining scenic canyon views with rapids enjoyable for families. The cost is $97 per person, which includes a guide, lunch, all equipment, and round trip transportation.

A free, family friendly car show welcomes enthusiasts and casual visitors alike, weather permitting. It is located next to Gunther Toody's, with parking provided by Colorado Springs Baptist Church. Open to all cars and bikes, with ample space available whether displaying a vehicle or simply checking out the lineup.

Southern Colorado’s longest-running card and collectibles show takes place indoors at the Norris Penrose Event Center. Explore 225 vendor tables with opportunities to buy, sell, and trade sports cards from baseball, basketball, football, hockey, soccer, and racing, along with popular trading card games like Pokemon, Magic, and One Piece. Browse Star Wars items, Funko Pops, memorabilia, and other collectibles. The event is open to everyone, offers a family friendly setting, and features free admission and free parking.

Now in its tenth year, this Mopar-only car show welcomes vehicles from Dodge, RAM, Chrysler, Plymouth, DeSoto, Jeep, and AMC. A flyer and a registration form will be shared once available.

Enjoy a free community event filled with splashy fun and engaging activities. There will be playful water fights, a bounce house for jumping, games to keep the energy high, and lively music. Cool treats are on hand, and attendees can pick up school supplies and backpacks at no cost. Everything is open to the public free of charge.

This cheerful adoption fair spotlights anime, Japanese and kawaii plush companions, with the adoption area set up in the annex space next door. Adoption fees include an optional certificate. New or nearly new larger plush are $10, while smaller pieces or those needing a little extra care are $5. To keep things fair at the start, each person may adopt up to two plush, and after that there is no limit. All adoption fees and 10 percent of in-store plush sales support Happy Cats Haven, a limited-admission shelter in the Colorado Springs area that provides a safe landing for shy cats, cares for those with medical or behavioral needs, and strives to exceed typical no-kill and socially conscious standards. At the previous fair, 62 plush friends found new homes and $444 was raised in support of the organization. Plush donations are welcome for this event. Items should be from anime fandom, Japanese or kawaii culture, must not be counterfeit, strongly odorous or heavily stained, and should not need major repairs, though small mends are fine.

Bubbles N’ Bites hosts a family friendly Fridays and Saturdays gathering centered on all day unlimited boba. One admission covers bottomless drinks with all the toppings, plus endless appetizers and desserts, creating a relaxed spot to sip and snack with friends and family. Entertainment is set up for all ages, including board and card games, a giant Connect 4, a claw machine with prizes, a PAC-MAN arcade cabinet, a mini gift shop, and a piano to try. As a bonus, in store visitors can pick up free Pokémon cards while supplies last. Pricing is straightforward. Kids under 3 are free, kids under 10 are $17.99, and adults are $23.99.

Presented by Wicked Wayz Co in Colorado Springs, this back-to-school community car show honors the memory of Lil Travieso. The event showcases an expansive lineup of custom cars and lowriders, with live performances by Mr. Capone-E and Ms. Krazie. In the spirit of giving back, there will be free backpack and school supply giveaways, along with complimentary haircuts. Tickets are $30. For media pass inquiries, contact wickedwayzco@gmail.com.

A plush adoption fair at Rainy Day Anime invites shoppers to give pre-loved toys a second life while supporting the real cats cared for by Happy Cats Haven. The fair takes place in the annex space next door to the shop. Adoption fees are set at $10 for larger plushies that are new or like new, and $5 for smaller plushies or those needing a little extra care. Every adoption fee, along with 10 percent of in-store plush sales for the day, will be donated to Happy Cats Haven. At the previous year’s fair, 62 plushies found new homes and $444 was raised for the cats. Happy Cats Haven is a no-kill rescue in Manitou Springs that offers a safe haven for abandoned, lost, and shy cats and kittens. The organization uses low-stress, cat-friendly handling and is supported by individual donations and community generosity.

Curious about what makes a falcon so swift, or how far an owl can rotate its head? This indoor program explores Colorado’s raptors, highlighting the traits that set them apart, the ways they hunt, and the conservation issues they face. It also reflects on how birds of prey have captivated people for thousands of years and served as powerful symbols in cultures around the world. The session meets in the Red Rock Room on the second floor. There will not be live animals. For questions, call 719-219-0108. No refunds.

After kindergarten drop-off, Howbert PTO hosts a casual get-together with refreshments. It offers a friendly spot for Howbert parents to share first-day tears or cheers and connect with one another.

Enjoy a community music jam at Concrete Coyote Community Park. Everyone is welcome regardless of age, skill level, or experience. Participate by playing or simply listen. The focus is on building community through music and creativity and on making meaningful memories.

Country dance nights bring line dance instruction followed by open dancing to the Ivywild School Gym, led by Rocky Mountain Country Dancing instructors. Lessons are for ages 16 and up, and the open dance welcomes all ages. Admission is free. The Gym Bar remains open with alcoholic and nonalcoholic beverages.

Enjoy a free live country-outlaw style concert with the El Paso County Outlaw Band at Bancroft Park. Music in the park is open to the public all summer, so bring a picnic from your favorite OCC restaurant and don’t forget a lawn chair or blanket. The performance runs from 6:00 PM to 8:00 PM.

Set out on an expanded guided nature walk that highlights the Park’s scenery and distinctive features. The outing begins with an overview along Gateway Trail and leads to the Central Garden to take in its standout sights. Plan for roughly one mile on smooth, paved paths, with the experience typically lasting about 90 minutes. At the Central Garden, participants may continue exploring with the guide, venture off on their own, or return to the Visitor Center with the guide. This activity is weather dependent. Tickets are $5, sold on a first come, first served basis, and are nonrefundable. For questions, call (719) 219-0108. Additional parking is located across the street in Parking Lot #1, and extra time is recommended to park and walk to the Visitor and Nature Center.

Park staff lead a free indoor program about rattlesnakes, an often misunderstood reptile of the American West. The session features a presentation with hands-on demonstrations, and there will not be any live animals. It takes place in the Red Rocks Room on the second floor at the Garden of the Gods Visitor and Nature Center. For questions, call 719-219-0108.

Enjoy free live music at the bandshell in Bancroft Park in OCC. Settle in by the stage for a relaxed concert atmosphere with performances at no cost.

Settle in at Bancroft Park in Old Colorado City for a free summer concert, part of a weekly series that brings live music to the park every Wednesday from June through September. Bring chairs and a picnic to enjoy the show. This group performs on the second and fourth Wednesdays.

Delve into the human history of Garden of the Gods on an easy, approximately 1 mile walk along paved trails that are stroller friendly. Learn about the people and milestones that shaped the park into what it is today. Dogs are not permitted for this program. The outing is weather dependent. For questions, call (719) 219-0108.

The circus arrives in Colorado Springs as Garden Bros Circus brings its Fun Factory to Park Union, offering a lively big-top experience with multiple performances scheduled across several days. Early buyers can access a limited deal where the first 100 general admission adult tickets purchased online start at $23.27, and the price includes fees. Families can take advantage of additional savings, since one child ages 3 to 13 is free with a paid general admission adult ticket when the complimentary child ticket is added to the cart. Children ages 2 and under get in free. Look forward to a festive outing that blends classic circus excitement with family-friendly value.

This free downtown summer concert series features a blues-driven band rooted in Chicago-style traditions. Expect authentic tones and seasoned musicianship that bring the classic blues spirit to life.

At Homewood Suites Colorado Springs North, pairs of puzzle fans compete to finish a 500-piece, family-friendly jigsaw as fast as possible. Teams consist of up to two people. Kids and teens are welcome, and any pair with a participant under 18 must include at least one adult. Puzzles remain sealed until a brief countdown signals the start. Tickets are $18 per person, and each team member needs their own ticket. After purchasing, provide your teammate’s name along with your team name. Register your full team in advance; if the event appears sold out and not all teammates have registered, contact the organizer to confirm space and be prepared to pay at the event if asked. Prizes go to the top three teams, and every competitor keeps the puzzle. A free puzzle swap is available to participants during the event. Matching shirts, creative team names, and festive puzzle attire are encouraged. Box top holders and sorting trays of any size are allowed. Extra lighting and recording devices are fine if they do not interfere with others and do not require a power outlet. There are no refunds, but registrations can be transferred to another person or another event, and if you cannot attend you can still receive your puzzle later by arranging with the organizer. Payments may be set to recur until canceled, and failure to manage a subscription or notify the organizer around an absence may result in forfeiting payment and not receiving the competition puzzle. Parking is free. This event takes place on the second Thursday of each month.