Spring Events in Colorado Springs

Kids’ Entomology with Cronk - March 1, 2025 | 10am - 11am
There is a world of miniature magical creatures all around us! Join Andrew Cronk as he will guide you through this amazing realm of winged wonders, eight-legged beauties, and cool creepy crawlies! Andrew will teach about basic entomology, as well as show off some of the coolest bugs from around the world. For ages 6-12. $10 per child. Register at www.cronkartco.com.

Mumbo Jumbo Gumbo Cook-Off - March 1, 2025 | 11am
Are you an aspiring gumbo chef or a professional that’s got this nailed down? Join in the fun at gumbo cook-off and show us what you’ve got! If you are better-suited to snacking, then come taste what our 20 gumbo chefs have cooked up in the park and vote for your favorite. Samples are a mere 75¢ each! Location: Soda Springs Park in Manitou Springs.

Carnivale Parade - March 1, 2025 | 1pm
It’s tradition in Manitou Springs to march down Manitou Avenue and celebrate Mardi Gras in true fun and funky color that Manitou is known for! So grab your beads and costume-up with us!

MEAN GIRLS at Pikes Peak Center for the Performing Arts - March 3 - 5, 2025
Direct from Broadway, MEAN GIRLS is the hilarious hit musical from an award-winning creative team, including book writer TINA FEY (“30 Rock”), composer JEFF RICHMOND (“Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt”), lyricist NELL BENJAMIN (Legally Blonde) and original director and choreographer CASEY NICHOLAW (The Book of Mormon). Cady Heron may have grown up on an African savanna, but nothing prepared her for the wild and vicious ways of her strange new home: suburban Illinois. How will this naïve newbie rise to the top of the popularity pecking order? By taking on The Plastics, a trio of lionized frenemies led by the charming but ruthless Regina George. But when Cady devises a plan to end Regina’s reign, she learns the hard way that you can’t cross a Queen Bee without getting stung.

A Date with Nature - Adults-Only & Social Night! - March 4, 2025 | 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Let’s warm up and feel the love with a get-together and nature program! Of course, romance in nature isn’t all hearts and candy – it can be gross, funny, inspiring and weird. Wine, alcohol-free drinks & chocolate included! For ages 18+. Prepaid registration required. $10 per person/$8 per member

Celebrate Colorado Pint Day with Bristol Brewing Company - March 5, 2025 | Starts at 11am
Buy a pint at the Bristol Brewing Company during Colorado Pint Day and get a FREE, limited edition custom Colorado Brewers Guild glass while supplies last! $1 of each pint glass sold will be donated to the Colorado Brewers Guild and its mission to promote, protect and propel independent craft breweries in the State of Craft Beer. Additionally, the first 25 guests will get a free sticker!

Nature Adventures: What's on Your Head? - March 6 - 7, 2025
Children ages 3-6, with an adult, will enjoy puppet shows or stories, crafts, hands-on activities, and discovery time on the trail. Prepaid registration required. $3 per person including siblings and adults. Location: Fountain Creek Nature Center

4th Anniversary Celebration at Mash Mechanix Brewing Company - March 6 - 7, 2025
Join Mash Mechanix Brewing Company for their fourth anniversary celebration! There will be Hot Wheels drag racing, exclusive beer releases, food trucks and prize drawings.

Lecture Series: Deconstructed Panel – Women in the Arts - March 8, 2025
In the spirit of creativity, join the CSPM for a unique approach to the traditional panel discussion. Artists from the 50% of the Story: Women Expressing Creativity exhibit will present brief talks, demonstrations, and activities throughout the historic El Paso County Courthouse. Guests are invited to explore, create, and learn about these incredible artists from our community.

Building for the Birds - March 8, 2025 | 10am - 12pm
Build a nesting box for common backyard birds, learn who they are and their calls. An adult able to handle tools must accompany children. Bring a hammer and pliers if you have them. Other materials provided. $10/ member kit, $12/non-member kit.

Wine & Nosh Bridal Show 2025 - March 8, 2025 | 12pm - 3pm
Join us for an intimate bridal show where couples can come and feel at ease when talking with a select group of amazing vendors form all over Colorado. Our event will dazzle you with inspiration in design, fashion, beverage and upscale dining stations. The experience will leave you inspired and ready to start planning the wedding of your dreams. Free admission - bring your bridesmaids and celebrate! Space is limited; RSVP here.

Beneficial Beavers - March 13, 2025 | 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Beavers are habitat heroes who built the original wetlands of North America. They often get a bad rap when they try to move into our modern towns and cities. However, in areas where they are allowed to live, we find those environments thriving. Learn more about these beneficial animals. We may even be able to catch a glimpse of the resident beaver family that has moved into our nature center’s pond. For ages 6+. Prepaid registration required. $5 per person/$4 per member. Location: Fountain Creek Nature Center.

2's & 3's Outdoors: Dawdling Ducks - March 13 - 14, 2025
Explore nature with your 2 or 3-year-old through interactive activities, a story, and a short hike. Prepaid registration required. $3 per person including siblings and adults. Location: Fountain Creek Nature Center

Switchbacks 2025 Home Opener - March 15, 2025
Celebrate the first home game of the season AND the Switchbacks winning the 2024 Championship! As part of the celebration, we’ll be raising a championship banner and offering special commemorative tickets to honor the occasion – a perfect keepsake for fans. Don’t miss out on this chance to be part of something special!

Colorado Springs Polar Pool Plunge & 5K - March 16, 2025
Get ready for the COOLEST event of the season! Whether you're a daring plunger {into a pool}, a speedy 5K runner/walker or a thrill-seeker ready to do BOTH, this event promises non-stop excitement while supporting an incredible cause - Special Olympics Colorado. This event is packed with activities for all ages, and spectators are more than welcome to cheer on the action. Don’t miss out on the frosty feel-good fun!

Drag Brunch at Streetcar520 - March 16, 2025
Join Streetcar520 for Sunday Drag Brunch, featuring the talented Mani Queen and Coco Bardot, from 12:00pm - 2:00pm. Doors open at 11am. Please call (719) 633-3300 to reserve your table. (Due to an awesome and overwhelming response to our fabulous drag brunches, seating without reservations is based on a first-come first-serve basis.)

Disney On Ice presents Into the Magic! - March 20 - 23, 2025
Make magical memories with family and friends when Disney On Ice visits Colorado Springs! Experience the stories and songs you love with Miguel, Moana, the Disney Princesses and more. To learn more about the show, visit DisneyOnIce.com today. Playing March 20-23 at The Broadmoor World Arena.

World Water Day Walk - March 22, 2025 | 10am - 1pm
Join us for this annual observance day highlighting the importance of fresh water. We’ll be partnering with Fountain Creek Watershed District to offer interactive stations along the trail about our own watershed, steps we can take to keep it healthy, and other ways to get involved. For all ages. Must preregister for specific timeframe – program will last about 2 hours. $5 per person/$4 per member. Location: Fountain Creek Nature Center

Adult Birding Club - Starts March 27, 2025
Starting March 27 and meeting twice per month for a Thursday evening class and Saturday morning field trip $250 per person/$220 per member. Ages 18+. Location: Fountain Creek Nature Center.

Homeschool Fridays: Walk the Wetlands - March 28, 2025
Use your senses to explore the wetland and learn about the animals that live here. Enjoy a puppet show, animal inquiry activity, and a guided hike. Designed for grades K-2. $4 per person. Prepaid registration required. Location: Fountain Creek Nature Center

Spring Wine Walk - April 4, 2024
In the spirit of civility from Cabernet to Chardonnay, three of the town's upscale wine bars and wineries will serve a variety of small pours from Colorado and both Old and New Worlds including wines from Europe and Australia. Manitou Winery, Swirl Wine Bar and The Mona Lisa will be serving three small pours of their premium wines, both red and white, along with providing 'lite' bites. Attendees will also learn from wine makers, Sommeliers, and wine purveyors about the wines they are pouring as well as a bit of history of the various regions and grapes the walkers will be sampling from.

Coffee is Magic at Blk Mgk Coffee - April 6-20, 2024
As part of a series of events and programming to combat the cosmic chaos of Mercury in Retrograde, blk mgk is hosting free guided tastings of their signature featured potions and tincture pairings. Sip, sample and savor while you experience the magic. All events are free and first come, first serve.

Yuri's Night, Space Foundation - April 7, 2024
On the eve of the Total Solar Eclipse, immerse yourself in an atmosphere of out-of-this world excitement marking space milestones being celebrated around the world. Indulge in delectable culinary and cocktail offerings, participate in cosmic hands-on activities, get bidding in a silent auction packed with amazing offerings, and meet real-life astronauts – all while supporting educational programming offered by Space Foundation!

Little Women at the Pikes Peak Center - April 16-18, 2024
Little Women embodies the complete theatrical experience, leaving audiences filled with a sense of adventure, joy, heartache, and a lifting of the spirit. The powerful score soars with the sounds of personal discovery, heartbreak, hope, and everlasting love - the sounds of a young America finding its voice.

Swing Into Spring at the National Museum of World War II Aviation - April 20, 2024
Step into the 1940s era! Enjoy an evening amongst restored aircraft and automobiles from WWII, along with social dancing, live and DJ'd music, food and entertainment. Vintage attire is encouraged! Proceeds will benefit the Dance Alliance's programs and scholarships for local dancers.

The Cher Show at the Pikes Peak Center - April 20-May 2, 2024
The Cher Show is the Tony Award®-winning musical of her story, and it’s packed with so much Cher that it takes three women to play her: the kid starting out, the glam pop star, and the icon.

OCC in Bloom - May 11, 2024
Meet top performing artists, see live demonstrations, and enjoy special activities, great food, and fun for all! Shop, Dine, Discover, Stay and BLOOM in the place to be.