Family events in Pueblo, CO

This weather dependent gathering centers on splash pad fun. Bring water guns or buckets to make the most of the splash time. There is a park nearby, so consider packing lunch or snacks for a relaxed break. Afterwards, a tween back to school party will take place at the library.

Storytime at the Buell Children's Museum offers a family friendly reading experience that is included with admission. Children can listen, laugh, and take part in stories that spark imagination and encourage growth in a warm, welcoming setting.

A back to school party for tweens features open play with board and card games, activity sheets, and time to talk about favorite books, movies, shows, and videos. It is designed for ages 8 to 12, and a children’s play area for younger siblings will be available in the children’s reading area. Games on hand may include Candy Land, Monopoly, Uno, Exploding Kittens, and chess. Snacks will be provided. Food must remain inside the meeting rooms, and any beverages taken outside those rooms need to be covered. Activities take place in the Fountain Meeting Room at Pikes Peak Library District’s Fountain Library.

Discover the fundamentals of robotics on the second floor of the Buell Children's Museum with instructor Lorne. This hands-on session centers on Cubelets robot blocks, whose magnetic, modular pieces snap together to create working robots without any programming. The behavior comes from how the blocks are arranged, so builders at any experience level can experiment and learn. Along the way, participants practice collaboration, engineering, design, and computational thinking. Included with admission.

Step into a dazzling family circus show under the big top at Under the Big Top! Pueblo Mall. Circus Golden Star features an award-winning Ringmaster and Magician, plus an international cast of performers with big visual moments and unforgettable magic. The show runs for about 1.5 hours, so bring your friends and family for a fun afternoon of light, magic, and excitement.

The annual picnic at VFW Post 6461 features games, food, and music, along with raffle drawings for prizes. Children are welcome, and the atmosphere is family friendly.

Enjoy a family-focused yoga session at the Buell Children’s Museum inside the El Pomar Magic Carpet Theater, led by instructor Jes Fahmie. Children from 6 months through 16 years participate alongside a parent or guardian. The class fee is $15, with a $3 rate for members, and member pricing appears once logged in. Enrollment includes museum admission for the day for one adult and one child; pick up an admission sticker at the front desk. Spend time exploring the galleries before or after the session to round out the visit.

Gerard’s Automotive Group LLC and American Legion Post #2 host the third annual showcase for cars, trucks and bikes, welcoming every make, model and style. The block will be closed to traffic for a full day of horsepower, custom builds and the car community. Spectator admission is free. Trophies will be awarded for Best Import, Best Hot Rod, Best Lowrider, Best Bike, Best Truck and Best of Show, with winners chosen by attendee voting. Vehicle registration includes a discounted early rate and a higher fee later or on show day. Registration can be completed through Cash App or Venmo, by requesting a secure payment link for card, or by messaging on Facebook or emailing PuebloAutoExperts@gmail.com, and you can call or text 719-250-7608 to begin. Onsite amenities include a beer garden, food vendors, music and entertainment, and vendor tables are available.

Learn the basics of 3D printing and how to design objects in Tinkercad at this hands-on makerspace session. You’ll also get a free 3D printed toy to assemble. This program is for ages 12 and up.

St Leander Catholic Parish hosts a two-day festival that honors faith, family, and community. Visitors can look forward to flavorful food, music with plenty of entertainment, moments for prayer and fellowship, bingo, and a range of games and activities suited to every age group. The complete entertainment schedule will be shared soon. En St Leander Catholic Parish, este festival de dos días celebra la fe, la familia y la comunidad con comida sabrosa, buena música y entretenimiento, espacios de oración y convivencia, bingo y juegos y actividades para personas de todas las edades. El programa de entretenimiento se dará a conocer pronto.

The lineup includes Northern Sport Mods, Stock Cars, Hobby Stocks, Sport Compacts, Three Amigos Young Guns, TNT Farm Trucks, Warrior South, and Mod Lites / Classic Mods. Concessions will feature Nana's BBQ, Ice Cream Sammie's, and Double E’s Fresh Squeezed Lemonade, and Café Murillo’s will handle pit area food service. Admission is $15 for adults, $12 for seniors and military, and $8 for children ages 3 to 12, with free entry for kids under 3. Pit passes are $35, with children under 3 free. All IMCA classes must present their IMCA license, and all regular classes must register with the CRA (Honor Speedway).

A free, family friendly mystery adventure invites sleuths of all ages to explore Pueblo Mall. Pick up the first clue at the Food Court entrance doors, then follow a path of hints through participating businesses to crack the case. Reach the final challenge for a chance to unlock a weekly prize. A fresh mystery is offered each week. No registration is required, just bring your detective skills and a sense of adventure.

With Broadway roots, this hilarious musical adapts Tim Burton’s beloved film and brings a memorable ghost to Pueblo. The story focuses on Lydia with humor leading the way. The performance takes place at Pueblo Memorial Hall.

Summer Arts Academy offers a week-long series of creative classes tailored for middle and high school students in grades 6 through 12, ages 11 to 17. Participants receive hands-on instruction across multiple mediums, including drawing, acrylic and watercolor painting, photography, ceramics, and fiber arts. Small class sizes and dedicated teaching help students build skills step by step, explore new techniques, gain confidence, and complete finished pieces to take home. Flexible enrollment includes weekly sessions designed to build progressively, and a one-day trial option is available for newcomers for $30, based on availability. Weekly tuition is offered at early-bird rates of $120, or $110 for members, with standard rates of $135, or $121 for members. Member discounts apply when logged in. Classes take place in the Helen Thatcher White galleries building, to the right of the Buell Children's Museum. For details, contact Michael Willard at 719-295-7200 ext. 7219.

At Buell Children's Museum, Toddler Rock welcomes families with children ages 18 months to 4 years for a lively 30 minute music class that may extend slightly if the group is especially engaged. Led by instructor Chelle Jesse, little ones explore songs, rhythm, and simple instruments while strengthening coordination and early cognitive skills. Group activities encourage cooperation, turn taking, and sharing through playful music making. Adults take part the entire time, since the experience is designed for caregivers and children to learn together, and to keep the space comfortable it is recommended to have no more than two adults per child. The cost is $12 per child, with member pricing applied during checkout when logged in. Enrollment includes museum admission for the same day, and admission stickers can be picked up at the front desk.

Showcase your skills as a Pokemon trainer in a competitive challenge and aim for the top spot. The entry fee is $5.

Designed for toddlers ages 2 to 3 with an accompanying adult, this outdoor program at Fountain Creek Nature Center includes either a puppet show or a story, interactive activities, and time for discovery along the trail. The fee is $3 per person, which applies to adults and accompanying siblings who are 2 or older. Prepaid online registration is required.