This weekend in Pueblo, CO

From first light to late night, PPIR hosts a full day of motorsports that blends precision with pure acceleration. The morning centers on Super Sprints, an expanded version of track sprints that uses the entire facility in multiple configurations. Drivers take timed, non-competitive laps with no obstacles, building car control on both the high-speed oval and the technical infield road course in a longer format designed for all skill levels. As evening settles in, the focus shifts to Saturday Night Drags, bringing a laid-back, street-style atmosphere in a safe, controlled environment. The Drags Cash Days Shootout is open entry, each participant adds $50 cash to the pot, and the final driver standing takes the full payout. The bar opens later in the day, and the gates wrap up at night after a complete run of speed-focused fun.

The Colorado Springs Chapter hosts a two day celebration of accessible angling at Lake Pueblo State Park, meeting at the South Shore Boat Ramp. People of any age with a disability are welcome, along with friends, family, and attendants. Expect fishing and boating along with raffles and prizes. All essential gear is provided, including rods and reels, adaptive equipment, life vests, bait, fish cleaning, boats and pontoons, and guides. A light breakfast and lunch are included. Cost per day is 35 dollars for participants and 15 dollars for friends, family, or attendants. A limited number of scholarships are available. When space allows, additional family and friends are placed on the same watercraft. Sponsored participants and disabled veterans may participate at no cost with a promotional code from the organizer. There are no ID requirements or age limits. Each individual or group is responsible for their own transportation. Inform the South Shore entrance staff you are with the event to have the park pass fee waived, then follow event parking signs. Email confirmation is sufficient, registrations can be updated, tickets are not transferable, and the participant’s name must match the registration. You may register more than one person. Arriving late may result in the loss of an assigned boat and fees. Anyone 16 and older must have a valid fishing license. Overnight options include hotels in Pueblo or camping within the state park, with Arkansas Point as the closest campground. Reservations are made directly with those providers and can fill quickly.

Set at Pueblo Zoo, Pueblo Diversified Industries presents a community celebration of IDD Awareness Day, highlighting inclusion, ability, and the contributions of people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The event offers opportunities to connect, learn, and be entertained. Attendees can meet local organizations, take part in engaging activities, and support efforts that promote awareness, acceptance, and opportunity for all. The focus is on building a more inclusive Pueblo, one connection at a time.

Thistle the Fairy brings a special storytime to the Magic Carpet Theatre at the Buell Children's Museum. After years of visiting the human world and entertaining children, including a stop in Larkspur, she enjoys meeting new faces and sharing imaginative tales. The program is free with museum admission.

Explore a showcase of custom rides from Steel City and nearby communities at the Southwest Motors Event Center. The event features a wide mix of cars, trucks, SUVs, bikes, and motorcycles, along with live entertainment and vendors. More than 100 trophies and cash prizes will be awarded, offering something for every kind of enthusiast. Registration for participants is open.

A signature race for the Lake Pueblo Sailing Club, Around the Island is expanding to two days, with complete details to follow. Times may be adjusted based on the forecast. The club communicates on VHF channel 69 and uses the Regatta Hero Sailing App. For inquiries, email LPSC@LakePuebloSailingClub.org.

An event dedicated to raising awareness and extending support to everyone affected by cancer, bringing people together to show care and solidarity.

The lineup features Northern Sport Mods, Stock Cars, Hobby Stocks, Sport Compacts, Three Amigos Young Guns, TNT Farm Trucks, Warrior South, and Mod Lites and Classic Mods. Pits open first, then a driver's meeting leads into racing, with grandstands opening for spectators ahead of the action. Concessions include Pass Key On The Go, Ice Cream Sammie's, and Double E’s Fresh Sqeezed Lemonade, and Nana’s BBQ serves the pit area. Admission is 15 dollars for adults, 12 dollars for seniors and military, 10 dollars for students, and 8 dollars for kids ages 3 to 12. Children under 3 are free. Pit passes are 35 dollars, with children under 3 free in the pits as well.

Explore the art of controlled slides at Pikes Peak International Raceway with a hands-on drift clinic tailored to every experience level. On the infield C Course and skid pad, expert instructors focus on essential car control techniques, offering guided practice, immediate feedback, and extensive track time to build skill and confidence. The day begins with an introductory class and driver meeting in the Banquet Room, moves into on-track clinic sessions, pauses for lunch, then returns to the Banquet Room for a second classroom segment. An open drift drivers meeting at the Shop Party Bar sets the stage for an afternoon open drift session, and the track closes at the end of the day. New drivers must complete a PPIR Drift Clinic to participate in drifting at PPIR Festival events. A Beginner or Advanced Drift License can be earned during the clinic, and a license is required to drift at all PPIR Festivals.