Science Fiction, Beer, and True Crime

🗓️ Your Weekend in Colorado Springs

Friday–Sunday, January 23–25, 2026

Embassy Suites by Hilton Colorado Springs, 7290 Commerce Center Dr, Colorado Springs, CO 80919
Price: Weekend tickets approx. $60 (Adult), $50 (Student), $10 (Child) — Day passes available

Colorado Springs’ sci-fi & fantasy convention returns with author panels, art shows, author signings, gaming, science & tech discussions, kids’ programs, dealer rooms, special guests, and immersive pop-culture programming. Guests of honor include noted authors, artists, and science experts — fun for fans of all ages.

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Sunday, January 25, 2026, 11:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Cerberus Brewing Company, 702 West Colorado Ave, Colorado Springs, CO 80905
Price: Free (general admission)

Join this laid-back run/walk event where participants complete 12 quarter-mile laps at their own pace — run it, jog it, walk it, or cheer from the sidelines. Finish and earn a complimentary beer! No timing chips, no pressure — just community vibes and a cold one waiting at the end. Stick around afterward for $4 Radler & Elysium drafts and brunch menu offerings.

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Friday, January 23, 2026, 7:00 PM – 10:30 PM (Doors at 6:00 PM)

Stargazers Theatre & Event Center, 10 S. Parkside Drive, Colorado Springs, CO 80910
Price: Free (suggested donation of non-perishable food items or small cash donation to benefit Care and Share Food Bank)

Enjoy a live performance by the Jeffrey Alan Band, one of Colorado’s well-known country music acts, covering hits from artists like George Strait, Jason Aldean, Luke Combs, and more while creating a fun, party-style atmosphere for all ages. This special concert doubles as a benefit for the Care and Share Food Bank, encouraging guests to bring food or make a donation to support families in need across Southern Colorado. Great music, good vibes, and a feel-good cause!

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Thursday–Sunday, January 22–25, 2026

Broadmoor World Resort (1 Lake Ave), Colorado Springs, CO 80906
Price: Varies (typically athlete entry fees; spectator info at event page)

The Pikes Peak Cup is a gymnastics competition featuring a range of levels from Bronze through Diamond & Sapphire, including Level 3–10 meets. Hosted at the Broadmoor World Resort, this multi-day event draws gymnasts, coaches, teams, and fans for competitive routines, finals, and related activities.

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Friday, January 23, 2026, 6:30 PM – 9:30 PM

Painting with a Twist – Colorado Springs (East), 2834 N Powers Blvd, Colorado Springs, CO 80922
Price: ~$35 (ticket includes one free drink + $35 credit toward DIY project)

Get creative with a twist! This special paint & sip craft night blends a live true-crime podcast show with guided painting and DIY crafting. All supplies provided, and you’ll enjoy a free drink while you paint. Food & additional beverages available at the Inspiration Bar. Age: 18+ only.

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🏔️ What’s New in the 719

🍕 Denver chain coming to Colorado Springs
The Denver-based restaurant Homegrown Tap and Dough has started renovating the former Jose Muldoon’s location at 5710 S. Carefree Circle, marking its first Colorado Springs location. Known for hand-tossed pizzas and a broad local beer selection, the Gastamo Group brand already has five Denver-area restaurants and plans a late summer 2026 opening in the Springs, which will bring roughly 120 jobs to the neighborhood.

🍣 Veteran-owned Sushi Mori opens
Sushi Mori, opened late November at 4980 Edison Ave. by U.S. Army veteran Liyan Jin, offers a modern sushi experience with a long bar and artfully plated sushi and sashimi prepared by a chef with decades of experience. The menu features traditional Japanese items like nigiri, rolls, tempura and udon, and the restaurant operates daily from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m., adding a fresh full-service sushi option to Colorado Springs.

🍗 KBBQ Wings expands
The owners of KBBQ To-Go in Chapel Hills Mall have opened a second location, KBBQ Wings, at 8029 N. Academy Blvd. in the former Heirloom Bar and Grill space. This new fast-casual spot aims to make Korean-inspired wings and other quick bites more convenient for customers who wanted a dine-in option outside the mall setting.

🎶 Live Music

Thursday 1/22/2026

Kelly Daniels — Scars on my Heart Tour at local club — ~ 7:30 PM
The Sleeping Giants at Jack Quinn’s Irish Pub & Restaurant — ~ 6:00 PM
Beers & Beats with Colton Hittle at Cerberus Brewing Co. — ~ 6:30 PM

Friday 1/23/2026

Whitey Morgan and the 78’s at Phil Long Music Hall at Bourbon Brothers — ~ 7:00 PM (country/rock)
Alyssa Mongiovi with Evie Valentine & Brannon Phillips at Vultures — ~ 7:00 PM
The Toasters — 45 Years of Ska at The Black Sheep — ~ 7:00 PM
Tom Andes at Blo Back Gallery with Special Guest Mike Clark — ~ 7:30 PM
Montana Sand Full Band at Kava Works — ~ 8:00 PM
Live Jazz with the Joe Gacioch Trio at Wayfinder Coffee Co.
Butterfly Assembly at Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort — ~ 6:00 PM
Jeffrey Alan Band at Stargazers Theatre (benefit show) — ~ 7:00 PM
CSC Open Mic Night at Colorado Springs Conservatory — 7:00–9:00 PM
MoonShroom / Eric Richard Stone / Kevin Mastin Trio at The Black Rose Acoustic Society — ~ 7:00–9:30 PM
Critical Rock Theory at O’Furry’s — ~ 7:00–11:00 PM

Colorado Springs Philharmonic — Brahms / Tchaikovsky at Pikes Peak Center — ~ 7:30 PM
The Castellows at Whiskey Rose — ~ 8:00 PM
Gimme Gimme Disco at The Black Sheep — ~ 9:00 PM
Kelly Daniels opening for The Castellows at Whiskey Rose — ~ 7:30 PM
Cryptic Writings & The Ultimate Sin at local venue — ~ 8:00 PM
Grinch at S Union Ave (local gig) — ~ 6:00 PM
Double Wide at Phil Long Music Hall — ~ 7:30 PM

Sunday 1/25/2026

Colorado Springs Philharmonic — Brahms / Tchaikovsky at Pikes Peak Center — ~ 2:30 PM
Chatham Rabbits at Lulu’s Downtown — ~ 7:00 PM
Kelly Daniels — Scars on my Heart Tour at local venue — ~ 7:30 PM

🏈 Sports

Air Force Falcons (Women) — Saturday, 1/24/2026 — Women’s Basketball vs. New Mexico Lobos | Clune Arena, U.S. Air Force Academy | ~ 1:00 PM (Division I basketball)

Colorado Springs Amateur Hockey (12U B Gold) — Saturday, 1/24/2026 — Tigers vs. Monument Rebels Black | World Arena Ice Hall | ~ 4:15 PM (Youth hockey)

Colorado Springs Amateur Hockey (12U B Gold) — Sunday, 1/25/2026 — Tigers @ LHA Red | Edge Ice Arena | ~ 1:00 PM (Youth hockey)

Colorado Springs Amateur Hockey (12U Rec Gold) — Saturday, 1/24/2026 — Tigers vs. San Luis Valley | World Arena Ice Hall | TBD Time (Youth hockey)

Pikes Peak Cup 2026 — Thursday, 1/22 to Sunday, 1/25/2026 — Gymnastics competition featuring multiple levels, aerial silks, and parkour | The Broadmoor, Colorado Springs | Various times (gymnastics/sports competition)

🏔️ Trail of the Week

🌲 Lower Columbine Trail
📍 Location: North Cheyenne Cañon Park, Colorado Springs (accessed from the Columbine Trailhead near Gold Camp Road)
🛤 Length: ~1.2 miles (out & back)
⛰ Elevation Gain: ~300 ft (short but steady climb)
⭐ Difficulty: Moderate
⏱ Estimated Time: ~45 minutes – 1 hour
🔄 Trail Type: Out & back
🏞 Best For: Hiking, nature viewing, waterfall access, short scenic outings

A short but rewarding trail in North Cheyenne Cañon, the Lower Columbine Trail winds through forested canyon terrain alongside a creek and leads to the scenic Columbine Falls. While relatively brief, the trail includes rocky sections and elevation gain that make it feel more strenuous than its length suggests. It’s a popular choice for a quick hike with big payoff, especially after rain or snowmelt when the waterfall is flowing strongest.