Family-Friendly Events in Colorado Springs

Kid-friendly and family-focused events happening around town.

Share Your CMZoo Story — Colorado Springs event
Jan 31, 2026, 5:00 PM

Share Your CMZoo Story

Cheyenne Mountain Zoo
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Historic Photo Re-Creation Contest — Colorado Springs event
May 21, 2026, 6:00 PM

Historic Photo Re-Creation Contest

Cheyenne Mountain Zoo
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French Music Lingua — Colorado Springs event
Aug 28, 2026, 10:00 AM

French Music Lingua

Join Madame Barbara from Springs French Music Lingua for a unique program that teaches French and sign language to children ages 8 and under using a fun mix of music, movement, art, drama and storytelling. Registration required. Due to the popularity of this class, please limit your family participation to one class per month. Merci!

East Library
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Stroller Safaris: Arthropods in August (Aug. 12, 16, 22, 28) — Colorado Springs event
Aug 28, 2026, 9:00 AM

Stroller Safaris: Arthropods in August (Aug. 12, 16, 22, 28)

Cheyenne Mountain Zoo
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Family Tour — Colorado Springs event
Aug 28, 2026, 11:15 AM

Family Tour

An Experience Your Family Won’t Forget A streamlined 45-minute experience for the enjoyment of family and kids packed with fun interactives and activities that spark curiosity and excitement.

USOPM
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Palmer Lake Library Village Green Concert Series: Peak Big Band — Colorado Springs event
Aug 28, 2026, 6:00 PM

Palmer Lake Library Village Green Concert Series: Peak Big Band

Celebrate summer with a live three concert series of music at the Palmer Lake Village Green!The third concert of this series features Peak Big Band:Originally led by Floyd Frame under the name Jazz Express, the band was mostly made up of members from the NORAD band as well as a few community members.   Under the direction of Fred Martinez, the band became known as the Peak Big Band and significantly expanding its repertoire of big band music, playing from Duke Ellington to Glen Miller, from Sinatra to Stevie Wonder, and from Sly and Family Stone to Guns and Roses. Under the direction of Dan Bell since 2023, the Peak Big Band has evolved into one of the premier Big Bands in the Pikes Peak region.  Peak Big Band continues to play a variety of big band music with an emphasis on providing jazz improvisational opportunities for its musicians.  When you listen to the Peak Big Band you’ll hear a full and dynamic ensemble, as well as a myriad of soloists stretching out on the changes in the true spirit of jazz.This is a free concert, and everyone is welcome to attend.  Bring a lawn chair or blanket and enjoy this one-hour performance.  The Village Green and gazebo are located right next to the Palmer Lake Library, 66 Lower Glenway Street.

Palmer Lake Library
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Storytime — Colorado Springs event
Aug 28, 2026, 10:30 AM

Storytime

Stories and more for Children ages 3-7, and their parents or caregivers.

Cheyenne Mountain Library
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Storytime — Colorado Springs event
Aug 28, 2026, 10:30 AM

Storytime

Stories and more for children ages 3-7, and their parents or caregivers.

Palmer Lake Library
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Storytime — Colorado Springs event
Aug 28, 2026, 10:30 AM

Storytime

Stories and more for children ages 3-7, and their parents or caregivers.

Old Colorado City Library
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Family-Friendly Activities in Colorado Springs

Colorado Springs is one of the best cities in Colorado for families. From the Cheyenne Mountain Zoo and the Space Foundation Discovery Center to story time at the Pikes Peak Library District and hands-on fun at the Colorado Springs Pioneers Museum, there are kid-friendly activities every day of the week.

Our family events calendar is updated daily with activities for children of all ages. Find things to do with kids in Colorado Springs, including free events, outdoor adventures, educational programs, and weekend activities.