Past Events from December 5 – August 6, 2022 – Downtown Partnership

Festival of Lights Parade

Tejon Street, Downtown Colorado Springs

Come Downtown to witness nearly 100 captivating entries, each adorned with mesmerizing lights and decorations.

Holiday stroll

Downtown shops are open late with perfect gifts for the holidays. Enjoy festive holiday lights, strolling musicians, and one-night-only shopping and dining specials.

Plus, Santa himself will be out and about doing a little shopping, listening to wish lists, and posing for photos. Be sure to keep an eye out for the grumpy Grinch gallivanting in and out of shops as well.

Walking Tour: On a Cough and a Prayer

Story Coffee 120 E Bijou St, Colorado Springs, CO, United States

In this tour facilitated by staffers of the Colorado Springs Pioneers Museum, you’ll explore both the reputable and infamous people, places, and treatments that made Colorado Springs famous as a health resort in the late nineteenth century.

$15

Soli Deo Gloria Choir free Holiday Concert

With over 100 voices, Soli Deo Gloria Choir brings a free fun afternoon concert to Downtown for the 51st year! Please bring a donation to support another 50 years designed for all ages.

Free

Recurring

First Friday Art Walk

Free and open to the public, First Friday Downtown features new art, live music, and special events on the first Friday of every month from 5-9 p.m. at dozens of galleries, retailers and nonprofits throughout Downtown Colorado Springs.

Walking Tour: Local Luminaries

Story Coffee 120 E Bijou St, Colorado Springs, CO, United States

The annual Art on the Streets program transforms Downtown streets into an outdoor gallery. Explore the currently installed artworks and get firsthand insight into the artists who created them.

$15
Recurring

First Friday Art Walk

Free and open to the public, First Friday Downtown features new art, live music, and special events on the first Friday of every month from 5-9 p.m. at dozens of galleries, retailers and nonprofits throughout Downtown Colorado Springs.

Haute Chocolate Hop

Downtown Colorado Springs Colorado Springs, CO, United States

Treat yourself to a progressive dessert tasting Downtown during the annual Haute Chocolate Hop! From 2 to 5 p.m. on Saturday, Feb 15, sample chocolatey confections, drinks, cookies and other treats at a dozen Downtown venues. Plus, visit every participating venue to be entered to win a $100 Downtown gift card! 
  
Tickets for this event go on sale on Monday, Jan. 27.

$10

2025 City Center Series- District 3 Candidate Forum

Jack Quinn's Irish Pub 21 S. Tejon St., Colorado Springs, CO, United States

Meet City Council District 3 candidates Brandy Williams, Greg Thornton, and Christopher Metzgar, Maryah Lauer, and Richard Gillit. Hear their views on important issues and have the opportunity to ask questions about their visions for District 3.

$10
Recurring

First Friday Art Walk

Free and open to the public, First Friday Downtown features new art, live music, and special events on the first Friday of every month from 5-9 p.m. at dozens of galleries, retailers and nonprofits throughout Downtown Colorado Springs.