It’s been another beautiful week in Colorado Springs, and I’ve been so happy to see the fall colors last as long as they have. I’m hoping to get a nice hike up to Pancake Rocks this weekend to see some more incredible colors.
Here is another set of the top five events I’ve found going on this weekend, curated from a range of local sources.
I’ve started two new sections down below, Featured Local Artists and Upcoming Sports Events! Each week I’ll highlight an artist from right here in Colorado Springs, letting you learn a little bit about the people shaping our city’s creative scene.
If you have an awesome event going on that you think should be in this newsletter, or are an artist who wants to show off their work, let me know at [email protected]
🗓️ Top 5 Events this Weekend in Colorado Springs
1. Masquerade Ball
Friday, October 24, 2025 7:00 PM –10:00 PM |
Description: Dress up, don a mask, and prepare for an elegant evening of mystery and revelry. Guests are invited to step into a world of costume-chic celebration where music, dance and masquerade intrigue set the scene. |
2. Sheng Wang @ Pikes Peak Center
Saturday, October 25, 2025 — 7:00 pm – 10:00 pm |
Sheng Wang is a comedian, actor and writer originally from Houston, TX. His first Netflix special, Sweet & Juicy, released in September 2022 (produced & directed by Ali Wong). He was a featured stand-up on HBO’s 2 Dope Queens and wrote for the ABC show Fresh Off the Boat. |
3. Van Cliburn Champions: Mozart / Bizet
Saturday, October 25, 2025 — 7:30 pm; Sunday, October 26, 2025 — 2:30 pm |
Mel Bonis—silenced in her day—opens with waltzes full of elegance and quiet rebellion. Van Cliburn medalist Evren Ozel takes on Mozart’s Piano Concerto No. 25, delivering fire and brilliance. Finally, Bizet’s Symphony No. 1 unleashes joy that feels almost reckless. |
4. Downtown Candy Crawl
Saturday, October 25, 2025 — 2:00 pm – 5:00 pm |
Description: Join us Saturday, Oct. 25 for the Downtown Candy Crawl! From 2:00 pm to 5:00 pm, more than 20 downtown businesses will fright and delight with candy, treats and maybe even a few tricks. This downtown trick-or-treating event is open to all ages (kids are welcome but not required!). |
5. Metaphysical and Craft Fair
Saturday, October 25, 2025 — 9:00 am – 4:00 pm |
Enter a quieter realm through psychic readings, energy work, sound healing, beautiful crafts and so much more from local holistic healers and artisans. |
🎶 Live Music
Thursday 10/23
Colin McAllister | Dizzy Charlie’s Music & Events (Downtown, Mining Exchange Hotel lobby) | 5:00 PM-8:00 PM
Hayden Pedigo / Jens Kuross | Lulu’s Downtown (32 S Tejon) | 8:00 PM
Friday 10/24
Open Mic Night | Solar Roast Coffee (7 E Bijou) | 6:30 PM-8:30 PM
Acoustic Eidolon | Buffalo Lodge (via The Black Rose Acoustic Society) | 7:00 PM
Judy Collins | Phil Long Music Hall at Bourbon Brothers | 7:00 PM
The Altons (w/ Thee Sinseers) | Black Sheep | 8:00 PM
Saturday 10/25
Volt of Vultures: Anniversary Night1 | Vultures (2100 E Platte Ave) | 7:00 PM
The Super Suckers | Wild Goose Saloon | 8:00 PM
Sunday 10/26
Fool House: The Ultimate 90’s Party | Phil Long Music Hall at Bourbon Brothers | 7:00 PM
🎨 Local Artist Spotlight
Living in Colorado Springs for 8 years, Juli Forde is a transplant that is inspired by creativity in everyday situations- a bumper sticker on a car, the beauty as seasons change, a commercial on TV. Her business, Wild + Wood Creations, focuses on supporting small businesses with their creative needs, in particular realtors and their clients closing gifts.
She also loves to create for holidays & any special moment. Her goal is to evoke emotion through art that is partnered with a life shift. Juli is a mama to 3 incredible boys, heavily involved in the Pikes Peak Makerspace, and loves delicious food.
Check out more of Juli’s work over on Instagram @wildandwoodcreations
🏈 Sports
⚽ Soccer
UCCS Mountain Lions
Thursday, Oct 23
Men’s Soccer vs. Colorado Christian
7:30 PM at Mountain Lion Stadium
The Mountain Lions will face Colorado Christian.Sunday, Oct 26
Women’s Soccer vs. Adams State (Senior Day)
12:00 PM at Mountain Lion Stadium
The Mountain Lions will host Adams State for Senior Day.Sunday, Oct 26
Men’s Soccer vs. MSU Denver
2:30 PM at Mountain Lion Stadium
The Mountain Lions will face MSU Denver.
Colorado Springs Switchbacks FC
Saturday, Oct 25
Switchbacks FC vs. FC Tulsa
6:00 PM at Weidner Field
The Switchbacks will host FC Tulsa.
🏃 Cross Country
Saturday, Oct 25
RMAC Cross Country Championships
10:15 AM (Men’s 8K) and 9:30 AM (Women’s 6K) at Monument Valley Park
UCCS will compete in the RMAC Championships.
🏐 Volleyball
Friday, Oct 24
UCCS vs. CSU Pueblo
6:00 PM at Gallogly Events Center
The Mountain Lions will host CSU Pueblo.Saturday, Oct 25
UCCS vs. Colorado Christian
2:00 PM at Gallogly Events Center
The Mountain Lions will face Colorado Christian.
🙏Thank you!
Thanks for tuning in everyone, hope you have a great time checking out some of these events. I’ll see you back here next week with more of Colorado Springs’ best happenings. Contact me at [email protected] if you have an event that you think would be perfect for this publication.