Over 40 YEARS OF HOLIDAY MAGIC!

Saturday, December 5

10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

Families are invited to experience the joy of the season at the Colorado Springs Pioneers Museum’s annual FREE holiday celebration! Before heading to the downtown parade, join us for our Festival of Lights Family Fun Day from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. Enjoy musical performances, creative crafts, face painting, and a host of family-friendly activities. As the evening approaches, warm up with delicious hot chocolate and cookies, served right outside the museum’s entrance starting at 6:00 p.m. Don’t miss this beloved tradition that has added a touch of magic to the Pikes Peak region for over 40 years!

The Wednesday Ride is a laid-back, welcoming group bike ride that rolls through Downtown Colorado Springs at 6 P.M. every Wednesday evening until October 28.

It's a great way to enjoy the city on two wheels, meet fellow riders, and ride bikes!

Casual, no-drop pace perfect for all skill levels

Friendly community - no elitism, just a love for bikes

A fun reason to get outside, explore, and build community

No bike? No problem!

Rent a PikeRide electric bike at one of nearly 100 stations around Colorado Springs and Manitou Springs, including a station right at Lincoln Center where the ride takes off. PikeRide is a local nonprofit ebike share advancing our community through human-focused transportation. Simply download the PikeRide app and select a membership, day pass, or pay by the minute to get started.

Rides take off from the Lincoln Center at 6 P.M. PikeRides are available to rent at our Lincoln Center station, or bring your own favorite bike to the ride!

Catch the excitement at Weidner Field as the Switchbacks take on FC Tulsa! Make your game day easy and eco-friendly, our bike share station at Weidner Field makes it simple to roll in, park, and enjoy the match.

Don’t live near a PikeRide station in downtown Colorado Springs or Manitou Springs? Park the car at a city parking garage and take a PikeRide over!

See the full Switchbacks schedule.

Planning on attending more Switchbacks games this season?

Become a Seasonal or Annual PikeRide member to park anywhere downtown near a PikeRide station, unlock a bike, cruise past traffic, and park directly outside of Wiedner Field for every home game. Buy your membership in the PikeRide app to get 90 minutes of ride time each day for your selected amount of days.

Join us Saturday, Oct. 24 for the Downtown Candy Crawl! From 2 to 5 p.m., 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!)

Bike to Downtown with a public PikeRide ebike. Pick up a Monthly Pass to bike to all events and festivities this season!

Plus, they’re giving away a $50 Downtown gift card! Share a picture of yourself in your Halloween costume at any Downtown location and tag @downtown_cs on Instagram or Downtown Colorado Springs on Facebook for a chance to win.

Grab your tickets below! Each person receiving candy will need their own ticket.

Old Colorado City’s Fall Festival is a friends and family must-do!

Attend this free event and enjoy family-friendly activities in Bancroft Park including a pumpkin patch, pumpkin painting, face painters, fall crafts, and more! Explore the whimsical Spooky Magic Town, shop seasonal fall fashions, discover special offers, win gifts & prizes, and indulge in delicious harvest cuisine.

Cheer on your favorites at our costume contest and pumpkin carving contest, enjoy live music and a performance by the Peak School of Dance, sip a cold one at the beer garden, and say hello to some special animal visitors from Cheyenne Mountain Zoo.

Celebrate the magic of autumn in one of Colorado Springs' most charming neighborhoods!

Nearby PikeRide Station: Bancroft Park, W Colorado/23rd

• Ride to the event with a Seasonal Membership! Save on your rides with no $1 unlock fees and 90 minutes of ride time per day for less than a dollar a day.

Enjoy the one-of-a-kind parade, live music, coffin races, and more to ring in spooky season in Historic Downtown Manitou Springs. Ride your bike or a PikeRide to the event, leave it with our bike valet for free, and enjoy all festivities knowing your bike is safe and secure.

Cycling is encouraged! Bring your bike or a PikeRide ebike, get a free drink token for the after party!

Car parking is not permitted in downtown Manitou parking lots or along the streets during this event and cars are asked to be parked at 1675 Garden of the Gods Road to access the shuttle (cost is $5 for everyone 12 and over). The Manitou Springs shuttle will run throughout the event until 6:00 P.M. Shuttle Details.

Free Bike Valet Details:

The bike valet will be on the west side of Memorial Park in Manitou Springs from 9:00 A.M. to 6:00 P.M.

Please retrieve your bike before 6:00 P.M. All bikes left with us after 6:00 P.M. will be collected and available for pickup by contacting PikeRide.

Event Schedule:

10:00 A.M. Live Music and Fan Zone Opens. Plus food and drink vendors, and activities from 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM in Soda Springs Park. (Check Event Details button below for details).

12:00 P.M. Parade begins, followed by Coffin Races and award ceremony

2:00 - 5:00 P.M. After Party and live music in Soda Springs Park

Curious about the origins of this quirky celebration? The Emma Crawford Coffin Races began as a Manitou Springs tradition in 1995, honoring Emma Crawford, who was buried atop Red Mountain in 1891. After years of harsh weather, her coffin famously slid down the mountain in 1929, inspiring the annual races that now celebrate her story in Manitou Springs.

The Wednesday Ride is a laid-back, welcoming group bike ride that rolls through Downtown Colorado Springs at 6 P.M. every Wednesday evening until October 28.

It's a great way to enjoy the city on two wheels, meet fellow riders, and ride bikes!

Casual, no-drop pace perfect for all skill levels

Friendly community - no elitism, just a love for bikes

A fun reason to get outside, explore, and build community

No bike? No problem!

Rent a PikeRide electric bike at one of nearly 100 stations around Colorado Springs and Manitou Springs, including a station right at Lincoln Center where the ride takes off. PikeRide is a local nonprofit ebike share advancing our community through human-focused transportation. Simply download the PikeRide app and select a membership, day pass, or pay by the minute to get started.

Rides take off from the Lincoln Center at 6 P.M. PikeRides are available to rent at our Lincoln Center station, or bring your own favorite bike to the ride!

Take a PikeRide to The Meanwhile Block each Wednesday between 3 and 7 PM to find local fruits, veggies, herbs and handcrafted artisan goods from a variety of vendors.

Get your 24 hour pass to make a whole day of riding.

New Location: The Meanwhile Block (119 W. COSTILLA ST. COLORADO SPRINGS, CO 80903) Free Parking is located at the lot on Costilla St.
Dates: Every Wednesday, June 17 – October 21, 2026
Time: 3:00 pm to 7:00 pm

CFAM is committed to being there, no matter the weather. Unless extreme conditions occur, you can count on us to show up. We are always 100% Colorado, 100% of the time.

Put on your favorite flannel and join us for UpaDowna’s annual Folk’n’Flannel Festival - featuring live music, a chili cook-off, games, crafts and brews while supporting outdoor access for all!l at the Meanwhile Block in Downtown Colorado Springs!

Take a PikeRide to the festival on Saturday, October 18, from 4:00 - 8:00 PM. The celebration will take place at the Meanwhile Block (119 Costilla Street), with nearby PikeRide parking at the United States Olympic and Paralympic Museum station.

Enjoy live music, line dancing, chili cook-off tasting, crafts, face painting, inflatable games, a local food truck and sip local brews and cocktails! Celebrate the fall season with family-friendly fun while supporting UpaDowna’s mission to make outdoor adventures accessible for all.

Tickets available in advance and at the door. Tickets are 50% off until September 26th! Adult admission is only $20 if you register early!

The Wednesday Ride is a laid-back, welcoming group bike ride that rolls through Downtown Colorado Springs at 6 P.M. every Wednesday evening until October 28.

It's a great way to enjoy the city on two wheels, meet fellow riders, and ride bikes!

Casual, no-drop pace perfect for all skill levels

Friendly community - no elitism, just a love for bikes

A fun reason to get outside, explore, and build community

No bike? No problem!

Rent a PikeRide electric bike at one of nearly 100 stations around Colorado Springs and Manitou Springs, including a station right at Lincoln Center where the ride takes off. PikeRide is a local nonprofit ebike share advancing our community through human-focused transportation. Simply download the PikeRide app and select a membership, day pass, or pay by the minute to get started.

Rides take off from the Lincoln Center at 6 P.M. PikeRides are available to rent at our Lincoln Center station, or bring your own favorite bike to the ride!

Join us at Stellina’s on October 14th any time from 3:00 P.M. - 9:00 P.M. as they host PikeRide for Community Constellations!

During Community Constellations, 10% of Stellina Pizza Cafe’s in-cafe sales will be donated to PikeRide.

Ride to Stellina’s, enjoy a night of amazing pizza, pasta, salad, gelato, and more, and know your proceeds are benefitting a great local business with 10% benefitting PikeRide’s mission of closing the transportation gap in our community!

Take a PikeRide to The Meanwhile Block each Wednesday between 3 and 7 PM to find local fruits, veggies, herbs and handcrafted artisan goods from a variety of vendors.

Get your 24 hour pass to make a whole day of riding.

New Location: The Meanwhile Block (119 W. COSTILLA ST. COLORADO SPRINGS, CO 80903) Free Parking is located at the lot on Costilla St.
Dates: Every Wednesday, June 17 – October 21, 2026
Time: 3:00 pm to 7:00 pm

CFAM is committed to being there, no matter the weather. Unless extreme conditions occur, you can count on us to show up. We are always 100% Colorado, 100% of the time.

Dress up as a banana, a cat, or a bananacat and crawl Downtown! Take a PikeRide downtown to enjoy a ride before the festivities.

From 2 to 5 PM, enjoy $10 drink specials at three featured bars. At 5 PM, join the Downtown Partnership of Colorado Springs for the Banana Cat Gathering after party with a costume contest, giveaways, and more.

Tickets are $5. This fee benefits Downtown Ventures and Art on the Streets, which brings public art like  ‘Bananacat‘ to Downtown.

The Wednesday Ride is a laid-back, welcoming group bike ride that rolls through Downtown Colorado Springs at 6 P.M. every Wednesday evening until October 28.

It's a great way to enjoy the city on two wheels, meet fellow riders, and ride bikes!

Casual, no-drop pace perfect for all skill levels

Friendly community - no elitism, just a love for bikes

A fun reason to get outside, explore, and build community

No bike? No problem!

Rent a PikeRide electric bike at one of nearly 100 stations around Colorado Springs and Manitou Springs, including a station right at Lincoln Center where the ride takes off. PikeRide is a local nonprofit ebike share advancing our community through human-focused transportation. Simply download the PikeRide app and select a membership, day pass, or pay by the minute to get started.

Rides take off from the Lincoln Center at 6 P.M. PikeRides are available to rent at our Lincoln Center station, or bring your own favorite bike to the ride!

Looking for live music every Wednesday night at a beautiful outdoor location in Colorado Springs? The Hillside Gardens Summer Concert Series is BACK and offers an incredible mix of local talent to make your summer nights unforgettable.

Gates open at 5 PM, music from 6 - 8:30 PM. Pedal over to Hillside Gardens every Wednesday night from May through October 7th to enjoy:

🚲 Free bike valet at every Wednesday night concert - Save time parking and bike over! Ride your own bike or get the PikeRide app to unlock and rent a PikeRide public ebike at one of nearly 100 stations around town.

🎶 Three live bands each night - click here for the full schedule of local talent.

🍻 A variety of wines, beer, and cocktails at up to eight different bars.

🌯 Up to six local food vendors serving a variety of fares from light bites to dinner.

🌸 Gorgeous garden scenery perfect for relaxing, dancing, taking photos, and hanging out

No outside food, drink, or pets are permitted into Hillside Gardens, but feel free to bring folding chairs or blankets to enjoy the music.

Tickets are $18 and Season Tickets are available now. See below for more details!

Take a PikeRide to The Meanwhile Block each Wednesday between 3 and 7 PM to find local fruits, veggies, herbs and handcrafted artisan goods from a variety of vendors.

Get your 24 hour pass to make a whole day of riding.

New Location: The Meanwhile Block (119 W. COSTILLA ST. COLORADO SPRINGS, CO 80903) Free Parking is located at the lot on Costilla St.
Dates: Every Wednesday, June 17 – October 21, 2026
Time: 3:00 pm to 7:00 pm

CFAM is committed to being there, no matter the weather. Unless extreme conditions occur, you can count on us to show up. We are always 100% Colorado, 100% of the time.

We have reached capacity for volunteers this year! Please consider joining another local Creek Week clean up crew in the area.

Join us in giving back to the community we love by donating just one to a few hours of your time from 12:30 - 4:00 P.M. on Wednesday, September 30 to help our team clean and maintain our section of Shooks Run Creek!

• Meet at the PikeRide headquarters (739 E Pikes Peak Ave) at 12 PM.

• Bring yourself, your friends, and a smile! Water, snacks, and all cleanup supplies will be provided. Feel free to bring a sun hat and your own set of gloves if preferred.

Can’t make it this time? We host multiple clean-ups throughout the year and we’re always looking for folks to join our volunteer list. Please send us an email at info@pikeride.org or give us a call at (719) 235-5862 to join our volunteer list.

Kick off fall with the bold flavors and fragrant fun of Garlic Fest on Sunday, October 4.

Glide by traffic and save time parking and take a PikeRide over to Hillside Gardens. Park it at Hillside Gardens for a $1 convenience parking fee, or park at the PikeRide station at Hillside Community Center with no additional fee.

Hillside Gardens is bringing together everything garlic lovers dream of from garlic bulbs for planting (fall is the perfect time!) to garlic-inspired eats from some of your favorite local food trucks. Explore 20 unique garlic varietals, learn how to grow your own, and pick up tips from our educational displays and gardening pros.

Hop on a PikeRide ebike and pedal your way to this delicious celebration!

Get your 24 hour pass to turn the event into an all-day adventure. Kick it off at the Garden Fest, then explore downtown Colorado Springs and Manitou Springs on two wheels.

Take a ride through Garden of the Gods without the car traffic! From 5 a.m. to noon on Sunday, October 4, Garden of the Gods Park eliminates motor vehicle access to the park, offering guests a unique experience in the park without cars.

PikeRiders can rent a PikeRide electric-assist bike from any nearby station and ride through the park. To have the best PikeRide experience in the Garden, make sure you ride a bike with a battery level of 87% or higher. We recommend starting your trip through Garden of the Gods with a fresh bike at a Manitou Springs station. See our curated Garden of the Gods Ride Map.

Bike, walk, run, or skate through Garden of the Gods. Without cars, the park’s winding roadways beckon to cyclists and joggers, skaters and dog walkers, offering the chance for a wide variety of user groups to join together, slow down and enjoy the splendor of this wonderful city park.

At noon, the park reopens to motor vehicles.

As always, admission to the park is free.

Catch the excitement at Weidner Field as the Switchbacks take on Oakland Roots SC! Make your game day easy and eco-friendly, our bike share station at Weidner Field makes it simple to roll in, park, and enjoy the match.

Don’t live near a PikeRide station in downtown Colorado Springs or Manitou Springs? Park the car at a city parking garage and take a PikeRide over!

See the full Switchbacks schedule.

Planning on attending more Switchbacks games this season?

Become a Seasonal or Annual PikeRide member to park anywhere downtown near a PikeRide station, unlock a bike, cruise past traffic, and park directly outside of Wiedner Field for every home game. Buy your membership in the PikeRide app to get 90 minutes of ride time each day for your selected amount of days.

Join us on October 3, 2026 at 3:00p.m. as we pedal around downtown Colorado Springs, dressed in our spookiest attire and decked out bikes, all in support of the Circle of Hope fund at UCHealth Memorial Hospital Foundation.

This thrilling event helps provide crucial grants to cancer patients where 100% of every gift reaches our patients and their families by providing; transportation, nutrition, lodging or other basic necessities to allow them to focus on healing.

Meet at Mash Mechanix at 3:00 PM. PikeRide ebike reservations have closed, but you can still bring your bike to the ride!

Optional After Party: Stay after the ride for the Witches, Warlocks, and Ghouls Taproom Takeover at Mash Mechanix form 5:00-10:00 PM.

This family-friendly group ride is expected to last approximately one hour. Find route information, a list of items to bring, and more details below!

Immerse yourself in the vibrant showcase of local artistry and community of First Friday while riding a PikeRide electric-assist bike to access each downtown destination.

Explore the art, live music, and fun events downtown Colorado Springs has to offer on the first Friday of every month from 5 p.m. - 9 p.m.

Taking a PikeRide ebike ensures you won't spend time looking for car parking, so you have more time and flexibility to visit all of the galleries, restaurants, and businesses that you want! Plus, it's a fun and unique way to explore downtown.

**Hop on a PikeRide public ebike and pick up a discounted 30 for 30 Pass for First Friday! Get unlimited 30-minute trips within 24 hours to explore art, live music, and special events. Enter the code DOWNTOWNCS in the PikeRide app to purchase this pass for $15 (typically $30).**

eBikes can be rented and parked at any of our stations for free, or any public bike rack or post within the service area for a $1 convenience fee. Scan an ebike to start riding!

See more details about First Friday.

If you're new to PikeRide, riding one of our ebikes is as easy as downloading our app and creating an account.

Once your profile is all set up, you can view our map of available PikeRide ebikes in the app. eBikes are available to rent at our convenient stations throughout Colorado Springs and Manitou Springs, and your bike can be parked at any of our stations or parking areas marked on the app once you are done with your ride. Download our app for more details!

The Wednesday Ride is a laid-back, welcoming group bike ride that rolls through Downtown Colorado Springs at 6 P.M. every Wednesday evening until October 28.

It's a great way to enjoy the city on two wheels, meet fellow riders, and ride bikes!

Casual, no-drop pace perfect for all skill levels

Friendly community - no elitism, just a love for bikes

A fun reason to get outside, explore, and build community

No bike? No problem!

Rent a PikeRide electric bike at one of nearly 100 stations around Colorado Springs and Manitou Springs, including a station right at Lincoln Center where the ride takes off. PikeRide is a local nonprofit ebike share advancing our community through human-focused transportation. Simply download the PikeRide app and select a membership, day pass, or pay by the minute to get started.

Rides take off from the Lincoln Center at 6 P.M. PikeRides are available to rent at our Lincoln Center station, or bring your own favorite bike to the ride!

Looking for live music every Wednesday night at a beautiful outdoor location in Colorado Springs? The Hillside Gardens Summer Concert Series is BACK and offers an incredible mix of local talent to make your summer nights unforgettable.

Gates open at 5 PM, music from 6 - 8:30 PM. Pedal over to Hillside Gardens every Wednesday night from May through October 7th to enjoy:

🚲 Free bike valet at every Wednesday night concert - Save time parking and bike over! Ride your own bike or get the PikeRide app to unlock and rent a PikeRide public ebike at one of nearly 100 stations around town.

🎶 Three live bands each night - click here for the full schedule of local talent.

🍻 A variety of wines, beer, and cocktails at up to eight different bars.

🌯 Up to six local food vendors serving a variety of fares from light bites to dinner.

🌸 Gorgeous garden scenery perfect for relaxing, dancing, taking photos, and hanging out

No outside food, drink, or pets are permitted into Hillside Gardens, but feel free to bring folding chairs or blankets to enjoy the music.

Tickets are $18 and Season Tickets are available now. See below for more details!

THIS CLEAN UP HAS BEEN POSTPONED DUE TO INCLEMENT WEATHER! If you have already registered, please join us on Wednesday, October 7th at noon.

We have reached capacity for volunteers this year! Please consider joining another local Creek Week clean up crew in the area.

Join us in giving back to the community we love by donating just one to a few hours of your time from 12:30 - 4:00 P.M. on Wednesday, September 30 to help our team clean and maintain our section of Shooks Run Creek!

• Meet at the PikeRide headquarters (739 E Pikes Peak Ave) at 12 PM.

• Bring yourself, your friends, and a smile! Water, snacks, and all cleanup supplies will be provided. Feel free to bring a sun hat and your own set of gloves if preferred.

Can’t make it this time? We host multiple clean-ups throughout the year and we’re always looking for folks to join our volunteer list. Please send us an email at info@pikeride.org or give us a call at (719) 235-5862 to join our volunteer list.

The 3rd Annual Pikes Peak Oktoberfest at Hillside Gardens combines German tradition with Colorado charm. Enjoy authentic German beers, live polka music, dancing, classic Oktoberfest games, and more on Tuesday, September 29th.

Cruise to Oktoberfest in your lederhosen to enjoy a scenic ride and the best season for riding. With free bike valet and convenient stations nearby, you can enjoy the crisp autumn air on your way in and roll straight up to the festivities.

Get your 90-day, Seasonal PikeRide pass to attend more fall events, farmers markets, crisp evening rides, and more while we’re in the best season to ride!

Join our free Adult Learn-To-Ride Clinic on Saturday, September 26th! This is a welcoming, beginner-focused clinic for adults 18 and up to learn how to ride a bike, learn tips to ensure smooth riding, ask questions, and get connected to resources to continue riding.

Participants will receive on-bike instruction from League of American Bicyclists League Certified instructors Joan and Karl Stang. We will be teaching participants cycling safety, techniques, and bike drills to grow your skills and encourage confident riding.

No bike? No problem. Reserve a bike for $10 when you RSVP.

When: September 26 from 9 AM - noon

Where: Southeast Family Center YMCA (2190 Jet Wing Dr, Colorado Springs, CO 80916)

All clinic participants must RSVP below (no walk-ups allowed). This clinic is limited to 15 participants to ensure each rider receives personalized instruction and one-on-one support. Accompanying friends and families are not required to RSVP.

Join UpaDowna for the Pedal Party Kickoff, the first of many weekly community bike rides for all levels as we ride off from four rotating locations across Colorado Springs every Thursday from 6 pm - 7:30 pm from June through September 24.

Pre-ride Waiver: Please complete the waiver before your first ride. Here is the link!

Bring a bike or rent a PikeRide for $5. PikeRide riders must be 16 years or older. Rental bikes are limited and must be RSVP’d in advance.

Helmets are required and UpaDowna will provide you with a loaner!

Each ride is about 6-7 miles long depending on the route. This is a community ride, not a race! Meaning there is no drop, and no cycler will get left behind as our Yeti Crew will be there to accompany all cyclists along the way. Routes will be a mix of roads and gravel - think the Pikes Peak Greenway!

Riders will get to enjoy post-ride refreshments with drink and food specials from our host sites: Cerberus Taproom, Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort, Goat Patch Brewing @ N. Cascade, & STIR at Wahsatch.

Cost: Pay what you can. At UpaDowna, we pride ourselves on accessibility for the outdoors. We do not want to let cost be a reason you cannot join our community! Check out our Season Pedal Party Pass rates:

• Recommended Donation Season Pass: $20

• Pay-it-Forward Season Pass: $25

• Minimum Donation Season Pass: $15

• Riders 18 years and under are FREE

• Need a Bike? Rental bikes are available for a $5 fee at each location thanks to PikeRide. Rental bikes are limited and must be RSVP’d in advance. Please note the minimum age to rent a Pike Ride bike is 16 years of age.

2026 Rotating Locations:

• JUN 4, Ceberus Taproom (Special UpaDowna/Cerberus Beer collab release)

• JUN 11, Goat Patch @ Lincoln Center

• JUN 18, Buffalo Lodge

• JUN 25, STIR @ Washatch

• JUL 2, Seven’s Gate Taproom

• JUL 9, Goat Patch @ Lincoln Center

• JUL 16, Buffalo Lodge

• JUL 23, STIR @ Washatch

• JUL 30, Seven’s Gate Taproom

• AUG 6, Goat Patch @ Lincoln Center

• AUG 13, Buffalo Lodge

• AUG 20, STIR @ Washatch

• AUG 27, Seven’s Gate Taproom

• SEPT 3, Goat Patch @ Lincoln Center

• SEPT 10, Buffalo Lodge

• SEPT 17, STIR @ Washatch

• SEPT 24, Seven’s Gate Taproom