Cozy Coach Downtown Jeep Tours
November-January
Take a 20-minute ride through historic Downtown Colorado Springs, adorned with festive lights, in the coziest Jeep ever.
- Cozy Coach Jeep Tour – Private tour for up to 4 people.
- Date Night Package – Private tour for 2 guests plus two tickets to the Skate the Park ice skating rink
- Holly, Jolly, Christmas Trolley – Available Thursday through Sunday only.
Details here.
Shop Local + Win Local
Nov. 6- Dec. 13
Your holiday shopping could pay off — big.
From Nov. 6 through Dec. 13, every $50 you spend at eligible Downtown retailers earns you one entry to win, with five weekly $250 Downtown prize packages and a $1,000 grand prize up for grabs. Details here.
Sponsored by Bank of Colorado.
Skate in the Park
Nov. 13- Jan. 31
The only outdoor ice rink in the area returns for another season! Don’t miss this fun Downtown tradition, Full schedule, special events and ticket information available at DowntownCS.com/skate!
Community Caroling & Acacia Park Tree Lighting
Nov. 13, 5-7 p.m.
Join the Soli deo Gloria Choir at Acacia Park’s bandshell for a community caroling singalong from 5-5:45 p.m. before the annual Acacia Park Holiday Celebration and Tree Lighting at 6 p.m. This event is free and open to the public. Welcome the holiday season to Downtown with city officials, sponsors, and special guests (you may see Santa!), and if the spirit moves you, stick around for a public skate session at the Acacia Park ice rink from 5-7 p.m. (admission required).
Character Stroll
Nov. 14, 11 a.m.-3 p.m.
Photos in Acacia Park 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
Join Santa, the Grinch, Buddy the Elf, Elsa, and Anna in Acacia Park on Saturday, Nov. 14 to get in the holiday mood. The characters will be available for photos from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. before they start strolling Downtown’s streets and shop from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.
We’ve extended the photo opportunity window from prior years so make sure you’re in line by 12:45. Characters leave the park and start strolling at 1 p.m.
Find them in your favorite Downtown shop or stop them on the street for additional photo opportunities.
Stroll will occur on Tejon Street between Kiowa and Boulder streets, and on Bijou Street between Cascade and Nevada avenues.
Colorado Brass and carolers from Soli Deo Gloria Choir will be providing a holiday soundtrack for the day — and your holiday shopping.
Holiday Coupon Books
Acacia Park: Saturday, Nov. 14, 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
Visit the Downtown table in Acacia Park during the beginning of the Character Stroll to pick up your free Downtown Coupon Book. This year’s book is full of great offers encouraging you to make a daylong holiday crawl. Grab a beverage, do some shopping, get re-energized with a snack or lunch before more shopping and consider staying for dinner. Plenty of coupons to make the day full and affordable
Week of Nov. 16 forward
Did you miss out on getting your coupon book during the Character Stroll?
Pick up your FREE Downtown Holiday Coupon book full of great Downtown deals (while supplies last) at one of the member merchants listed on this page.
Can’t find one? Reach out to info@DowntownCS.com and we’ll point you in the right direction.
Holiday Music Downtown
Saturday, Nov. 21, 11 a.m.-2 p.m.
Colorado Brass and carolers from Soli Deo Gloria Choir will be providing a holiday soundtrack for the day — and your holiday shopping.
Small Business Saturday (+ Sunday)
Saturday, Nov. 28 -Sunday, Nov. 29
Meet your new favorite mini canvas tote bag! Starting Small Business Saturday, Nov. 28, bring a receipt from any Downtown retail purchase made Black Friday, Nov. 27 through Sunday, Nov. 29 to one of five participating giveaway locations (listed below). A clerk will mark your receipt and give you a free Downtown mini tote — and three of the 35 totes at each location will include a surprise $50 Downtown Gift Card! Totes are first come, first served, with one per person while supplies last. Retail purchases only; restaurant and service purchases are not eligible.
Tote Bag Locations
• Good Intentions, 119 N. Tejon St.
• Mountain Chalet, 15 N. Nevada Ave.
• Sparrow Hawk Cookware, 120 N. Tejon St.
• Terra Verde, 208 N. Tejon St.
Colorado Brass and carolers from Soli Deo Gloria Choir will be providing a holiday soundtrack for the day — and your holiday shopping.
Also: Downtown meters are FREE on Black Friday and Small Business Saturday.
Holiday Art & Gift Market
Saturday, Nov. 28, 11 a.m.-3 p.m.
Cottonwood Center for the Arts
40+ artisan vendors; boozy cocoa, beer & wine at the bar; coffee, apps & lunch from 3 food trucks, free kids’ craft table, holiday photo booth. Free event & free parking.
Holiday Music Downtown
Saturday, Dec. 5, 11 a.m.-2 p.m.
Colorado Brass and carolers from Soli Deo Gloria Choir will be providing a holiday soundtrack for the day — and your holiday shopping.
Go Elf Yourself
Saturday, Dec. 5, 2-5 p.m.
Join us for a holiday adventure, a fundraiser for the Downtown Creative District at Benny’s Lounge. Come dressed as an Elf or in your favorite festive garb and enjoy $5 Elf-themed drink/shot specials. Benny’s is donating $1 from every drink purchased during this time to the Downtown Creative District. Your ticket & costume enter you in the costume contest to win a $100, $50 & $25 Downtown Gift Card!
Special appearances by Santa from 2:30-4:30 p.m. before he heads to the parade. $10/person benefits Downtown Creative District. More details and tickets here.
Festival of Lights Parade
Dec. 5, 5:50 p.m.
Downtown’s brightest holiday tradition returns filling Tejon Street with illuminated floats, marching bands, and holiday cheer.
Free parking in the city parking garages beginning at 3 p.m.
Colorado Gives Day
Tuesday, Dec. 8
The Downtown Creative District uses public art and innovative public benefit programs to support small business and enliven the heart of our city. We make our city center welcoming and inspiring for all with thought-provoking sculptures and murals, walking tours, Skate in the Park, First Fridays and more.
Consider a year end donation today, on Colorado Gives Day, and support the Creative District.
Holiday Stroll
Dec. 9, 5-8 p.m.
Join Santa and the Grinch for evening shopping under the holiday lights. Shops will be open late so bring your coupon book and your list!
Stroll will occur on Tejon Street between Kiowa and Boulder streets, and on Bijou Street between Cascade and Nevada avenues.
Colorado Brass and carolers from Soli Deo Gloria Choir will be providing a holiday soundtrack for the day — and your holiday shopping.
Holiday Music Downtown
Saturday, Dec. 12, 11 a.m.-2 p.m.
Colorado Brass and carolers from Soli Deo Gloria Choir will be providing a holiday soundtrack for the day — and your holiday shopping. Special appearances by the carolers on the Trolley Block.
Holiday Music Downtown
Saturday, Dec. 19, 11 a.m.-2 p.m.
Colorado Brass and carolers from Soli Deo Gloria Choir will be providing a holiday soundtrack for the day — and your holiday shopping. Special appearances by the carolers on the Trolley Block.
Holiday Music Downtown
Thursday, Dec. 24, 2-4 p.m.
Carolers from Soli Deo Gloria Choir will be providing a holiday soundtrack for your last minute holiday shopping.
Holiday Parking Special Days
- Thanksgiving, Nov. 26: Meters Free
- Black Friday, Friday, Nov. 27: Meters Free
- Small Business Saturday, Saturday, Nov. 28: Meters Free
- Festival of Lights, Saturday, Dec. 5: Downtown Parking Garages, Free 3-11 p.m.
- Christmas Eve, Dec. 24: Meters Free
- Christmas Day, Dec. 25: Meters Free
- New Year’s Day: Meters Free
Reminder: City parking garages are always free on Sundays.
Downtown Gift Card
Get them the gift they want!
The Downtown Gift Card is good at over 170 shops, galleries, restaurants, bars, breweries and services so really is a one-size fits all. Available in any increment $10 or more and “available” as a physical or digital gift card, your holidays just got easier & more thoughtful. Order online and view the complete list of participating businesses here.
Downtown Colorado Springs Gift Card is issued by Pathward®, N.A., Member FDIC. Funds do not expire, Non-reloadable and no cash access. For Cardholder Agreement or Customer Service: www.getmybalance.com or 1-833-558-1088.
When you buy a Downtown Gift Card, 100 percent of the proceeds go directly to the business where the gift card is redeemed.
