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Date night in Colorado Springs

Evening shows, music, comedy, food and drinks.

Tuesday, October 13

Words Open Mic

Tue, Oct 13 · 5 PM–7:30 PM · Rico's Cafe, Chocolate and Wine Bar, 322 N. Tejon, Colorado Springs, CO

Words is an all ages open mic for spoken word, including poetry, story telling, prose, theatrical, or just whatever you have to say.

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Open Mic Night

Tue, Oct 13 · 7:30 PM–9:30 PM · CO.A.T.I. Uprise, 514 S. Tejon Street, Colorado Springs, CO

Hosted by the lovely, Evie Valentine, this is your chance to take the stage and do your thing in a welcoming, laid-back environment.

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Wednesday, October 14

Vinyl DJ Nights at Golden Hour

Wed, Oct 14 · 5 PM–8 PM · The Mining Exchange Hotel, 8 S Nevada Ave., Colorado Springs, CO

Sip a cocktail at our gold-dusted bar, as DJ AstralSelector (KRCC radio host Jennifer Newman) takes the stage spinning an eclectic mix of buried treasures and

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Thursday, October 15

Weekly Music Bingo

Thu, Oct 15 · 6:30 PM–8:30 PM · Pub Dog Colorado, 2207 Bott Ave, Colorado Springs, CO

Join us for fun, music themed Bingo. Hosted by Olson Entertainment.

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Friday, October 16

Ghost Stories of Old Manitou Springs Walking Tours

Fri, Oct 16 · 5:30 PM–8:30 PM · Manitou Springs Heritage Museum, 517 Manitou Avenue, Manitou Springs, CO

The event brings in Theatre d’ Art performers, who act as spooky “Spirit Guides”.

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First Company Theatre Presents: Fiddler on the Roof

Fri, Oct 16 · 7 PM–9 PM · First United Methodist Church, 420 North Nevada Avenue, Colorado Springs, CO

First Company Theatre, First United Methodist Church's longtime community drama group, presents the beloved musical Fiddler on the Roof this fall.

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Saturday, October 17

Whimsicult Improv Show

Sat, Oct 17 · 7 PM–9 PM · Peak Improv Theater, 3440 North Carefree Circle, Colorado Springs, CO

Whimsicult is a vibrant ensemble of friends whose contagious chemistry makes for an unforgettable show.

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Thursday, October 22

Night of the Living Dead: VFW Post-Mortem

Thu, Oct 22 · 7 PM–9 PM · VFW Post 101, 702 S. Tejon, Colorado Springs, CO

It’s Halloween 2026, the dead are swarming the Springs, and a small band of survivors has found shelter at VFW Post 101.

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Wednesday, October 28

Thursday, October 29

'A Midsummer Night's Dream'

Thu, Oct 29 · 7 PM–9 PM · Cornerstone Arts Center Richard F. Celeste Theatre, 825 N Cascade Ave, Colorado Springs, CO

Welcome to Athens, Ohio, 2012: a college town during the height of contemporary music festival culture, and a place where music, money, desire, and escape

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Friday, October 30

Poetry719 Festival: Disability Awareness Open Mic ft. Regan Sanders

Fri, Oct 30 · 6:30 PM–8:30 PM · UCCS, 1420 Austin Bluffs Parkways, Colorado Springs, CO

We will be hosting a poetry workshop and an open mic followed by a featured poet, Regan Sanders to celebrate, honor, and lift up the voices of people with

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Butterfly Migration: Halloween Sound Bath Concert

Fri, Oct 30 · 7 PM–9 PM · Singing Bowls of the Rockies, Ascend Spa & Wellness at Hotel Polaris, 8989 North Gate Blvd, Colorado Springs, CO

What if, for one night, we became the butterflies? Join Singing Bowls of the Rockies at Ascend Spa & Wellness at Hotel Polaris for the first concert in a

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'Edward Scissorhands'

Fri, Oct 30 · 7:30 PM–9:30 PM · Pikes Peak Center for the Performing Arts, 190 South Cascade Avenue, Colorado Springs, CO

In one of Danny Elfman and Tim Burton’s most iconic collaborations, Edward Scissorhands in concert brings Elfman’s beautifully tragic score live to Burton’s

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Saturday, October 31

Manitou Phantasmagoria

Sat, Oct 31 · 6 PM–9 PM · Shoshone Spring Courtyard, 902 Manitou Avenue, Manitou Springs, CO

Manitou Phantasmagoria: A night of spirits & spectacle including: Costumes Cocktails Music Performers Projections Vendors This calendar

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Movies Under the Stars – 'Hocus Pocus'

Sat, Oct 31 · 6:30 PM–8:30 PM · Bristol Brewing Company, 1604 S. Cascade Ave., Colorado Springs, CO

Bring a chair, bring your dog, munch on popcorn+beer+scandalously inexpensive movie theater candy and relax under the stars with us.

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Elton Dan & The Rocket Band

Sat, Oct 31 · 7 PM–9 PM · Stargazers Theatre & Event Center, 10 S. Parkside Drive, Colorado Springs, CO

Since its inception in 2015, Elton Dan & The Rocket Band have performed over 700 shows in 38 states.

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Dalonious Funk at the Lounge

Sat, Oct 31 · 7 PM–10 PM · The Best Coffee & Lounge, 401 n tejon st, Colorado Springs, CO

Free live funk/ jazz band downtown. Enjoy live music, food, drinks and good vibes!

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Elton Dan and The Rocket Band

Sat, Oct 31 · 7 PM–10 PM · Stargazers Theatre & Event Center, 10 S. Parkside Drive, Colorado Springs, CO

This electrifying tribute to Elton John delivers all the glitz, glamour, and iconic hits that have defined generations- and it’s on Halloween night so you too

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Sunday, November 1

The Billy Joel Legacy: A Tribute Experience

Sun, Nov 1 · 7 PM–9 PM · Pikes Peak Center for the Performing Arts, 190 South Cascade Avenue, Colorado Springs, CO

This concert experience takes you on a journey through Billy’s legendary career, from his humble beginnings to becoming one of the greatest songwriters and

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Thursday, November 5

MercyMe with Jeremy Camp, Tim Timmons and Sam Wesley

Thu, Nov 5 · 7 PM–9 PM · The Broadmoor World Arena, 3185 Venetucci Blvd., Colorado Springs, CO

This fall, MercyMe brings a night of music built for big stages and even bigger moments - the kind of show that feels different when thousands of voices join

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Friday, November 6

Pastel Wildlife Painter Michelle Mitchell

Fri, Nov 6 · 5 PM–8 PM · Hunter-Wolff Gallery, 2510 W. Colorado Avenue, Colorado Springs, CO

We are unveiling a new exhibit of pastel wildlife paintings by Colorado artist Michelle Mitchel just in time for holiday shopping.

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Award-Winning Pastel Artist Michelle Mitchell

Fri, Nov 6 · 5 PM–8 PM · Hunter-Wolff Gallery, 2510 W. Colorado Avenue, Colorado Springs, CO

First Friday ArtWalk November featuring Michelle Mitchell Hunter-Wolff Gallery in Old Colorado City is unveiling a new exhibit of pastel wildlife paintings by

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Uncorked: A Night for Second Chances

Fri, Nov 6 · 6:30 PM–9 PM · Norris Penrose Event Center, 1045 Lower Gold Camp Road, Colorado Springs, CO

Join Forge Evolution for Uncorked: A Night for Second Chances, our 19th Annual Wine Tasting Fundraiser.

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Dotsero

Fri, Nov 6 · 7 PM–11 PM · Stargazers Theatre & Event Center, 10 S. Parkside Drive, Colorado Springs, CO

Get ready for an unforgettable night of high-energy contemporary jazz, funk, and soulful grooves when Colorado’s own Dotsero takes the stage at Stargazers

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Saturday, November 7

Metal Church, Armored Saint and Livekill

Sat, Nov 7 · 6 PM–8 PM · Sunshine Studios Live, 3970 Clear View Frontage Rd, Colorado Springs, CO

Metal Church is an American heavy metal band formed in 1980.

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Saturday Night Improv with Improv Colorado

Sat, Nov 7 · 7 PM–8:45 PM · Peak Improv Theater, 3440 North Carefree Circle, Colorado Springs, CO

If you like "Whose Line Is It Anyway?" you will love our show!

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Monday, November 9

Todd Rundgren

Mon, Nov 9 · 7:30 PM–9:30 PM · Pikes Peak Center for the Performing Arts, 190 South Cascade Avenue, Colorado Springs, CO

Todd Rundgren first broke into the music business in the late '60s with the band Nazz, for whom he wrote "Open Your Eyes" and "Hello It's Me." He then released

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Tuesday, November 10

The Johnny O Band

Tue, Nov 10 · 6 PM–8 PM · Louie Louie's Piano Bar, 522 S Tejon Street, Colorado Springs, CO

Pikes Peak Blues Community presents The Johnny O Band at Louie Louie's Piano Bar!

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Thursday, November 12

Profiles In Valor Awards Dinner

Thu, Nov 12 · 6 PM–9 PM · Hotel Polaris, 8989 North Gate Boulevard, Colorado Springs, CO

The Colorado Springs Hispanic Chamber proudly announces the 2nd Annual Colorado Springs Latino Veterans Profiles in Valor Awards, taking place on November 12,

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Friday, November 13

Anastasia the Musical - Youth Edition

Fri, Nov 13 · 6:30 PM–8:30 PM · Ent Center for the Arts, 5225 N Nevada Ave, Colorado Springs, CO

Embark on an unforgettable journey of adventure, mystery, and self-discovery with Anastasia: The Musical - Youth Edition.

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UCCS Theatre Company Presents: 'Peter and the Starcatcher'

Fri, Nov 13 · 7:30 PM–9:30 PM · Ent Center for the Arts, 5225 N Nevada Ave, Colorado Springs, CO

Tony-winning Peter and the Starcatcher upends the century-old story of how a miserable orphan comes to be The Boy Who Would Not Grow Up (a.k.a.

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80's Dance Party

Fri, Nov 13 · 8 PM–10 PM · Sunshine Studios Live, 3970 Clear View Frontage Rd, Colorado Springs, CO

DJ Brian St. Clair is a Winnipeg-based underground musician and DJ best known for hosting retro and indie events, including his popular touring 80s Dance

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Chuck Snow

Fri, Nov 13 · 8 PM–11 PM · Cleats West, 6624 Delmonico Dr,, Colorado Springs, CO

Guitarist & singer-songwriter Chuck Snow has been performing locally, nationally, and abroad since 1983.

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Saturday, November 14

Trees of Life

Sat, Nov 14 · 5 PM–7 PM · Colorado Springs Pioneers Museum, 215 S. Tejon Street, Colorado Springs, CO

The beloved holiday tradition features warm beverages and treats, inspirational remarks, music, the solemn reading of names of lost loved ones, and the

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VentanA, Deadly Apples Aeternum, Apocalypse Born and Hells Circus

Sat, Nov 14 · 6 PM–8 PM · Sunshine Studios Live, 3970 Clear View Frontage Rd, Colorado Springs, CO

VENTANA is an industrial/metal band from Cleveland, Ohio. The band, founded by Richard "Stitch" Thomas and Daniel Fox (both ex-members of the band

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Colorado Transit Authority

Sat, Nov 14 · 7 PM–11 PM · Stargazers Theatre & Event Center, 10 S. Parkside Drive, Colorado Springs, CO

Get ready for a night of classic rock, powerful horns, soulful vocals, and unforgettable hits when Colorado Transit Authority takes the stage at Stargazers

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Hot Boots Band

Sat, Nov 14 · 7 PM–10 PM · Hangar Club, 13530 Front St., Peyton, CO

Join us for a fun evening of music with an eclectic mix of country, rock, and pop.

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Sunday, November 15

Pikes Peak Smooth Jazz Series

Sun, Nov 15 · 6 PM–9 PM · Phil Long Music Hall at Bourbon Brothers, 13071 Bass Pro Drive, Colorado Springs, CO

The Pikes Peak Smooth Jazz Series delivers an elevated live-music experience featuring nationally acclaimed and emerging artists in smooth jazz, soul, and

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Thursday, November 19

Friday, November 20

Starburn's 60s, 70s & 80s Rock Tribute

Fri, Nov 20 · 8 PM–11 PM · Cleats West, 6624 Delmonico Dr,, Colorado Springs, CO

Join Starburn on a journey through the best decade of rock music ever, the 60's and 70's.

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'Misdirection & Poor Life Choices'

Fri, Nov 20 · 8 PM–10 PM · Avenue 19, 19 N. Tejon St, Colorado Springs, CO

Misdirection & Poor Life Choices is a 90-minute adult comedy magic show starring Colorado Springs magician Alexander the OK.

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Monday, November 30

HADESTOWN

Mon, Nov 30 · 7:30 PM–9:30 PM · Pikes Peak Center for the Performing Arts, 190 South Cascade Avenue, Colorado Springs, CO

COME SEE HOW THE WORLD COULD BE. Welcome to HADESTOWN, where a song can change your fate.

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Thursday, December 3

Canyon Winds Jazz Holiday Show

Thu, Dec 3 · 7 PM–11 PM · Stargazers Theatre & Event Center, 10 S. Parkside Drive, Colorado Springs, CO

Get ready to celebrate the holiday season with the Canyon Winds Jazz Holiday Show at Stargazers Theatre!

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Friday, December 4

Urinetown: The Musical

Fri, Dec 4 · 7 PM–9 PM · Cornerstone Arts Center Richard F. Celeste Theatre, 825 N Cascade Ave, Colorado Springs, CO

Escape the holidays with Urinetown: The Musical, presented by the Colorado Springs Conservatory in collaboration with the Colorado College Music Department.

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Saturday, December 5

Darci Lynne

Sat, Dec 5 · 6 PM–8 PM · Phil Long Music Hall at Bourbon Brothers, 13071 Bass Pro Drive, Colorado Springs, CO

Enjoy a festive night of comedy, music, and holiday fun with Darci and her cast of puppets.

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Harp Twins Rockin' Christmas Concert

Sat, Dec 5 · 7 PM–11 PM · Stargazers Theatre & Event Center, 10 S. Parkside Drive, Colorado Springs, CO

Harp Twins Rockin’ Christmas Concert! Join the world-renowned Harp Twins for this family-friendly concert full of magical winter music, Christmas classics,

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Sunday, December 6

PopUp Choir

Sun, Dec 6 · 5:30 PM–7:30 PM · The Meanwhile Block, 119 Costilla St, Colorado Springs, CO

What is a PopUp Choir? A PopUp Choir is a one-night event where people who love to sing (amateurs, professionals, karaoke masters) get together and sing!

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Tuesday, December 8

Sophie West Band

Tue, Dec 8 · 6 PM–8 PM · Louie Louie's Piano Bar, 522 S Tejon Street, Colorado Springs, CO

Pikes Peak Blues Community presents the Sophie West Band at Louie Louie's Piano Bar!

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Friday, December 11

Trapt 'Then Til Now' Tour

Fri, Dec 11 · 6 PM–8 PM · Sunshine Studios Live, 3970 Clear View Frontage Rd, Colorado Springs, CO

The Then Til Now Tour (25th anniversary of debut album) Trapt is an American rock band that formed in Los Gatos, California in 1995, best known for their

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Trace Bundy's Acoustic Holiday Show, with Special Guest Andy McKee

Fri, Dec 11 · 7 PM–11 PM · Stargazers Theatre & Event Center, 10 S. Parkside Drive, Colorado Springs, CO

TRACE BUNDY: Internationally-acclaimed guitar virtuoso Trace Bundy returns to Stargazers to share his 18th annual “Acoustic Holiday” with us this year.

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