An opportunity for collectors and art lovers to discover extraordinary new talent and for students to gain professional exposure and experience.

Soft Opening: Friday September 4th, 5-8PM

Reception & Meet the Artists: Friday October 2nd 5-8PM

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Cottonwood Center for the Arts is pleased to announce a solo exhibition for the month of October by local artist Dale Johnson: THERAPY

From the artist: The body of work is rooted in my research into the 19th-century medical journals documenting insanity and mental illness. I am particularly drawn to the written accounts of physicians working in insane asylums records that describe patients through their family histories, past and present traumas, symptoms, agitations, behaviors, and the treatments administered during their confinement.

I take fragments of these historical medical accounts and interpret them directly onto the canvas. The scripts are painted across the surface, including the figures representing the patients themselves, becoming something like a tattoo upon the body. The text becomes part of the figure’s physical presence, suggesting the permanence of the labels, diagnoses, observations, and narratives imposed upon those being documented.

Two distinct fonts are layered and repeatedly overlap, eventually creating passages that are difficult, and sometimes nearly impossible, to read. This loss of legibility is intentional. The physicians’ words were written as an attempt to observe, classify, explain, and preserve a patient’s condition, yet through their accumulation they begin to obscure the very person they describe. The individual becomes buried beneath language.

By placing these doctoral descriptions directly onto painted bodies, I am interested in the tension between being seen and being defined, being documented and being understood. The figures exist beneath layers of medical language—present, but partially concealed—reflecting both the humanity of the patients and the limitations of the systems through which their stories were recorded. (Ask me about the rabbits).

Photo credit: Dale Johnson - Tar

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Cottonwood Center for the Arts is pleased to announce a solo exhibition for the month of October by local artist Darla Slee: FLORA AND FAUNA.

From the Artist:

As a child, I always wanted to go on an adventure. One in which I would travel to distant lands (or the distant past), encounter a bit of danger, and meet fantastical creatures. Since these things aren’t easily done by children, I turned to my imagination to escape from the ordinary and spent many hours drawing and making paper toys for myself. These early pastimes engendered in me a lifelong passion for creating. As an adult, I find inspiration from folklore, history, speculative fiction, music, and the Colorado landscape. I endeavor to create fantastical realms with fun characters in order to delight, provoke thought, or leave the viewer feeling unsettled.

This show explores the range of moods one might experience when encountering our local, natural landscape. Sometimes delightful and pretty, other times odd and menacing, one finds something intriguing at every turn.

Photo credit: Darla Slee - Muscoco Summit

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Kosai is a process of vapor work that was named to renowned potter Biz Littell's vapor glazing work. The vapor glazing process, unlike Raku, has proven to be archival. The brilliance doesn't fade with time. The name comes from Japanese master potter Chyako Hashimoto and means "hue of light".

This Creekside Gallery show at Commonwheel highlights to the idea of KOSAI by showing media that is iridized breaking light into the vibrant spectrum of color we see in the pottery, glasswork, painting, feather work, kaleidoscopes, and photography brilliantly executed by the participating artists.

Nitra Olsen: pottery
Maggie Quinn (completed Biz Littell's Kosai master class): pottery
Sabine Wachs: glass work
Tylan Troyer: painting
Teri Rowan: photography
Julia Wright: feather work
Alan and Nancy Lindenmier: glass kaleidoscopes

"In this age of mechanization and cyberspace where we sometimes lose sight of the true vibrancy of our lives, our spirits, and even the natural world, Kosai serves to remind us of the spectacular colors that indeed do naturally exist in our universe and on our earth..... colors emphasized by understanding form, surface, and even the unique imperfections which ultimately becomes artistic expression." - Judith Carol Day, Laloba Ranch Clay Center

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El Pomar Galleries

October 2, 2026 - February 27, 2027

This exhibition draws from the permanent collection to examine artistic practices across the region now called Colorado. Curated pairings of works explore both continuities and divergences in regional artmaking: how have artists engaged with place, identity, and community across generations? What tensions emerge between celebration and critique, between natural beauty and development, between different communities’ relationships to this landscape? From 19th-century landscape photography to contemporary boundary-pushing work, these pairings reveal how artists have consistently grappled with questions of belonging, power, and transformation, while newly commissioned and selected responses from Colorado artists bring fresh perspectives to these histories.

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Upcoming Exhibition: Merr Shearn Retrospective - “Art as Play”

Open to the public: Friday, September 25th – Friday, October 23rd
Reception: Friday, September 25th, 5-7pm

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This exhibit features experimental art pieces reflective of the current state of affairs in our country and the world. To be an artist is to respond to what is going on around us and inside our own heart and mind.

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Auric Gallery is proud to present the work of:

Corey Drieth & Margaret Kasahara - Fugitive
Mallory Sharp - We Call This Home
Michelle Wolins - Stories in Letters
Allison Daniell - Love Will Have the Last Word

Opening Friday, October 2nd
4-8pm

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Join Surface Gallery for the opening of three new exhibits: Through Another Lens, a father and son show of wildlife photography and painting; Water Rocks, Dennis Kugizaki's surreal take on water and stone; and Abstract Notions, Maggie Rose MacIndoe's textured abstract paintings. On view through October 30.

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The magic of Colorado shines in the Fall. Hillsides turn golden, rivers reflect the brilliant blue of high country skies and falling leaves open long distance views that play hide and seek during the summer. With more than 3 decades of capturing iconic Colorado colors, Laura's enduring love for her beloved Aspens brings a freshness to her joyful impressionist landscapes.

Her annual “The Aspen Show” welcomes you on First Friday Art Walk in Old Colorado City on October 3rd and runs through October 31st.

#theaspensshow, #leavingturning, #coloradocolors, #laurareilly, #colorado, #visitCOS, #peakradar, #impressionistpaintings, #mountainlife, #art, #artcollectors, #pikespeak, #magic, #gardenofthegods, #joyful, #happyart

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Along the walk, attendees explored the stories, inspiration, and impact behind local artworks while gaining a deeper appreciation for the role of art in shaping community, culture, and place. The guided discussion offered a unique opportunity to connect creativity, history, and the evolving character of the University Village area.

Meet at University Village Shopping Center near the open space at BJ's.

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World Premiere!
Sweeney! Demon Barber of Cripple Creek
by Chris Sorensen

Taking inspiration from the story of Sweeney Todd, this brand new, spooky melodrama is set in Cripple Creek during the gold rush.  Returning to the town that betrayed him after his escapes from Colorado State Penitentiary, Sweeney Todd finds things are no longer the same as when he left. His wife is dead and his daughter Johanna was raised by the very man who imprisoned him, Sheriff Thornton. Once Thornton’s plans to marry off Johanna to clear his debts come to light, Sweeney teams up with Mrs. Loveland of Loveland’s Tavern where an accidental kill turns into a lethal partnership, hiding dead bodies in vats of chili, while Sweeney pursues his final revenge against Thornton. Darkly funny with twists and songs galore, Sweeney! Proves that in Cripple Creek, justice, like chili, is best served hot.

RATED PG

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Great Scott—Colorado Springs is going Back to the Future!

On Saturday, October 24 at 7:00pm, guys in grades 3–12 from across the region will join the Colorado Springs Children’s Chorale for Sing! Raise the Roof, a one-night-only concert powered by classic rock-and-roll favorites and time-traveling fun.

​Featuring a special guest appearance by a cappella group Verse led by Chorale alumnus Hunter Adam, the performance brings big voices, big energy and a whole lot of fun to the stage.

Bring the family and experience the future of singing!

Festival Information:

Is there a young male singer in your family who loves music or wants to give singing a try? Sing! Raise the Roof gives boys and young men in grades 3–12 a welcoming place to build confidence, make friends and find their voice during three high-energy days inspired by Back to the Future.

Led and taught by The Colorado Springs Children’s Chorale staff, the festival welcomes all skill levels and requires no teacher recommendation.

Registration is $60 and includes music, a festival T-shirt, a certificate, festival photos, Saturday lunch and outstanding instruction.

About the Colorado Springs Children’s Chorale: The Colorado Springs Children’s Chorale inspires young people through exceptional music education and performance. For nearly 50 years, the Chorale has provided a nurturing environment where students develop vocal excellence, artistic expression, and confidence—both on and off the stage. Through a progression of ensembles, singers are held to high standards of performance and professionalism, learning discipline, teamwork, and leadership along the way. The Chorale’s approach emphasizes healthy vocal technique, thoughtful interpretation, and dynamic performance, helping students grow as musicians and as individuals. Serving the Pikes Peak region, the Children’s Chorale is dedicated to shaping confident, compassionate young people who carry the lessons of music into every part of their lives.

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Come join us on Thursday, October 22 at 6pm for the Heller Fellowship: Indigenous Practice and Heritage featuring Sam Aros-Mitchell

Juya Nokakomea (The Talking Tree)

Event is free & open to the public
Questions? 719-255-6277 https://heller.uccs.edu/events

https://heller.uccs.edu/map-directions

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Hex & Chapter — A Witchy Bookish Evening
Hosted by Novel Events Co at The Enchanted Fox, Old Colorado City

October is here. The nights are getting longer. It's time to read something magical.

Join Novel Events Co for an intimate witchy evening at The Enchanted Fox — Colorado Springs' most enchanting metaphysical shop. We're bringing together 35 book lovers for an evening of mystery, magic, and really good reads.

What's waiting for you:

📖 A curated witchy blind date book bundle — wrapped in mystery, sealed in wax, yours to unwrap

🌿 A botanical flower bar from Stem Petal Bloom Bar — build your own dark autumnal arrangement

🫖 A witch's brew tea experience from Queen TEApothecary — blend your own botanical tea to sip or take home

🕯️ A custom fragrance bar from Good Intentions — create a scent inspired by your favorite fictional world

🧀 A grazing board because witches need snacks

Novel Events Co creates elevated seasonal experiences for curious minds and lifelong readers in Colorado Springs. Follow us @noveleventsco

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Torching a vintage West Coast jump, grooving on a jazz boogaloo, or nailing an uptempo modern shuffle, Sciallo brings an authentic touch to the world of blues and "bluesy" jazz tunes while also breaking out his own original compositions.

Think Pee Wee Crayton meets Lou Donaldson, or Hollywood Fats interpreting James Brown...and you're on the way to getting the Deep End vibe. Holding it all down are drummer Stefan Flores and bassist John Flores, locking in a backbeat that keeps the whole thing cruising down the road at 100 miles per hour.

Check out our Instagram for more details. https://www.instagram.com/the.deep.end.band/

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“As a child, illustrated books fascinated me. I remember rushing into the library and bolting to the YA horror section. While paranormal was my favorite, I also loved the classic fairytales and stories of nonsense by Hans Christian Andersen and Lewis Carroll. I studied the works of Golden Age illustrators like Arthur Rackam and Kay Nielsen. These works are all illustrations from stories I’ve written; a collection of illustrated short stories that I hope may one day find themselves on a library shelf.

Artist Bio:

“I am a native of Colorado Springs and an award-winning illustrator. My work is riddled with symbolism and inspired by life experiences, mental health, astrology, folklore, history, and dark curiosities. When I am not writing or illustrating, I’m teaching my love of illustration to children and knee-deep in the chaos and charm of everyday life: raising two spectacularly creative children, rummaging through antique and thrift shops with my BFF/husband.” -April Lavely-Robinson

Join us on October 2nd from 5–9 p.m. for a night of art and community! This show will run until October 31st during business hours or by appointment.

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Join Woodland Park in celebrating Arts Month in October. We have activities that begin on October 2 during First Friday Art Walk from 4 - 7 p.m. and you can continue the program through November 15. This gives you a chance to experience everything this quaint mountain town has to offer!

Visit Reserve Our Gallery for the first step in the art projects. There are activities for kids and adults. Some people may prefer the sketchbook with art lessons. You learn step by step drawing as you visit each of the locations, which are park of Woodland Park Art Gallery. Or, for the younger generation, they can make a card or decorate a tree as kids visit the locations with their parents. Reserve Our Gallery has materials to begin the progressive art experience AND provides a map for where you want to go.

Woodland Park Art Gallery has 8 locations in town. These are businesses who also sell other items, besides art. There's outdoor recreation, a coffee shop, two western clothing and hat shops, home decor, and vintage clothing.

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

These guides take visitors to locations around Manitou Springs to help tell historic stories.

Our 2026 Ghost Tours is celebrating our 31st year of spooky fun to celebrate the Halloween season!

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Progression invites audiences to hear a “tonal evolution” unfold—and sparks are sure to fly. This one-night-only performance brings together a powerhouse ensemble: pianist Ieva Jokubaviciute, violinist Maureen Nelson, cellist Sophie Shao, flutist Jessica Petrasek and clarinetist Sergei Vassiliev.

Together, they move from Mozart’s classical clarity to Camille Pépin’s luminous sound world and Schoenberg’s groundbreaking Chamber Symphony No. 1 in Webern’s intimate five-player arrangement. Experience every detail up close, then stay for a 10-minute audience Q&A with the artists. This is a must-see program.

About EPIC: At EPIC Concerts (Education • Partnerships • Immersive Concerts), we bring world-class chamber music to Colorado Springs—melding national-level masters with outstanding local talent. By collaborating with arts and educational institutions, we cultivate innovative performances that elevate our community’s cultural presence and connect audiences with music in meaningful ways. More than just concerts, EPIC strives to create warm, welcoming experiences: patrons interact with musicians before, during, and after performances, making every show feel like a gathering of friends and family. As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit, we are dedicated to enriching lives through artistic excellence, educational outreach, and a deep commitment to community.

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First Company Theatre, First United Methodist Church's longtime community drama group, presents the beloved musical Fiddler on the Roof this fall. Set in a small Russian village in the early 1900s, the story follows Tevye, a Jewish milkman, and his family as they hold onto tradition while love, changing times, and political upheaval reshape their world. Expect classic numbers like "Matchmaker, Matchmaker" and "If I Were a Rich Man." Performances run October 16 through November 1, 2026, at the church's theater, 420 N Nevada Ave, Colorado Springs. The show runs about two hours and forty minutes and is family friendly. Tickets are on sale now!

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Get inspired at All Pikes Peak Makes, an annual celebration of science, technology, art, creativity, and hands-on making.

Vendors will also showcase their handmade creations and will have their projects for sale.

We'll spend the day celebrating ingenuity in the Pikes Peak region. Past exhibits have included: paper rockets, Lego builds, origami, cosplay, whittling, cardboard creations, and 3D printing.

And there's still time to sign up if you want to display YOUR creations.

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“Impressions of the Spanish Rockies” is an exhibit of paintings, drawings, prints, and sculpture  by Jack Denton, Jill Johnson, Peter Marchand, Annette Novak, Terra Novak, Marc Shereck, Jessica Snow.  Works depict images of Southern Colorado and Northern New Mexico, an area of a complex and colorful past.

The show opens with a reception on First Friday, October 2, from 5:00 - 8:00 pm.  Show runs through Saturday, October 31.

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Green Box Artist in Residence, Liberty Styles, will be presenting an excerpt from Adventures in Success, adapted as a solo work during their residency. Inspired by Herman Melville’s Bartleby the Scrivener, the work brings together tap dance, audio collage, visual projection, drag performance, and live electronic experimentation to explore themes of survival, refusal, and desire.

The presentation will include a talk-back with the audience, and the program will run 40-60 minutes in total.

From Liberty:

“My residency at Green Box comes after a busy summer of collaborative work, and I’m excited to be zeroing back in on my personal process. I’ve arrived with bits and pieces of material—performance vignettes, motifs, and choreographic steps I’ve already tested—and am using this time to develop an extended 10-minute solo work.

I am creating a ‘laboratory’ for tap dancing, electronic sound creation, and the manipulation of percussive dance sound through digital interfaces. With live electronic looping at the core, I’ll splice together theatrical moments and create a soundtrack for my performance. Drawing from my collection of audio soundbites, choreography snippets, and character motifs, I’ll test these materials in a live audio collage-making process and begin to craft a larger storyline.  I look forward to inviting Green Box’s surrounding community into this space to witness a live iteration of the process.”

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This October, we invite our community into a breathtaking aerial adaptation of the magical world of Narnia—a realm of courage, wonder, and transformation brought to life through movement in the air.  With special permission and official licensing from the estate of C. S. Lewis, this production presents our own unique aerial interpretation of The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe, reimagined through dynamic choreography and immersive storytelling.  This production will feature local artists, immersive staging, and original aerial choreography designed to captivate audiences of all ages. The performance will take place at the stunning ENT Center for the Arts—a premier venue known for its state-of-the-art facilities and exceptional audience experience, further elevating the magic of this production.

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Sanssouci is both the name of Frederick the Great’s home and a delightful French phrase meaning “no worries.”

Join PHB for a carefree concert peeking into the court, family and friends of this great man. Hear music by Frederick’s sister Wilhelmine, Quantz, Bach, and Janitsch. It’s a carefree kaleidoscope of sounds!

About Parish House Baroque: Parish House Baroque draws upon varied historical sources of performance practice from the Renaissance through the early Classical period and uses them to inform our interpretations, bringing the music to life. We strive to expand the community of people who experience and love early music performances and foster a new generation of audiences through engaging performances, outreach, and dialogue. With a core formation of baroque violin, recorders, baroque cello, and harpsichord/organ, Parish House Baroque continues to strengthen our reputation for highly expressive performances and compelling programming.

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Daytime Party Running from 5-9pm, get all the fun of a nightclub but during the daytime in Colorado Springs.

Expect the biggest 80s/90s/00s tunes all day long.

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Come spend Saturday night at Mash Mechanix Brewing Co. with live music from The Spur. They’ll be bringing their Americana folk sound to the taproom for an easygoing night of great music, cold beer, and good company.

Grab a pint, find a spot, and settle in for a mix of rootsy, acoustic sounds that pair perfectly with a Saturday night at Mash.

No tickets needed, just come hang out and enjoy the music.

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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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The Pikes Peak Smooth Jazz Series delivers an elevated live-music experience featuring nationally acclaimed and emerging artists in smooth jazz, soul, and contemporary R&B. Set against the beauty and energy of the Pikes Peak region, the series brings audiences together for unforgettable evenings filled with exceptional musicianship, vibrant entertainment, and meaningful connection. More than a concert series, it is a celebration of music, culture, and community—creating a premier destination for smooth-jazz fans throughout Colorado and beyond.

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Mercury retrograde is often seen as a time to slow down, reflect, and revisit what may need your attention. Rather than pushing forward at full speed, it can be an invitation to pause, clear the mental noise, and reconnect with yourself.

Join us for a restorative Mercury Retrograde Sound Bath designed to help you soften the rush of everyday life and create space for reflection. As crystal and Tibetan singing bowls, gongs, chimes, and other healing instruments fill the room, you’ll be invited to rest comfortably and let the sounds and vibrations support your nervous system.

A sound bath can be a beautiful way to move through this season with more intention—not by trying to “fix” everything, but by giving yourself time to settle, listen inward, and release what feels heavy or overstimulating.

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Free live funk/ jazz/ fusion band at the downtown lounge. Music, drinks, vibes.

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Whitney Cummings first gained recognition as a stand-up comedian and has since become one of the most distinctive and influential comedic voices of the past two decades. She co-created and co-wrote the Emmy Award-winning CBS sitcom 2 Broke Girls, while simultaneously creating, producing, and starring in NBC’s Whitney. She currently hosts the hit podcast Good for You [podcasts.apple.com] and starred in Friends: The Game Show on Max, a fan competition series celebrating the 30th anniversary of the iconic sitcom Friends.

Known for her bold, observational humor, Cummings is currently touring North America with her Big Baby [whitneycummings.com] tour, delivering her signature sharp wit and fearless perspective on navigating the world as a single mom. Her latest material dives into the chaos of personal growth, the comedy of owning your mistakes, and laugh-out-loud reflections on raising a son. Her stand-up continues to blend personal anecdotes with incisive cultural commentary.

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One night only! The Millibo is thrilled to welcome back the talented, acclaimed, master of the impossible, Tomas Kubinek!  Master Showman and visual poet, Tomas Kubinek brings his mad brilliance to the stage in this transfixing collision of absurdity and theatrical invention.

See a promo and learn more about the show at: https://www.kubinek.com/
View a film about the show here!
Read an interview about Tomas Kubinek here!

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Featuring music by members of the Nebula Ensemble, Jon Forshee, UCCS Students and more.

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Come and enjoy nature with Poetry 719 and Black Packers for a morning forest bath with a writing workshop as we capture the outdoors with our words.

The group will meet at Starsmore Visitor and Nature Center.

Snacks and water will be provided.

Beginner-friendly trail.

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Halloween is almost here ... WHAT?!!!

That's right! Another 12 months have nearly passed us once again since last Samhain, and that means Six Feet Under is BACK with our next Halloween Show!

The event includes two feature films, including The Pitchfork Retreat starring Tony Todd, Dee Wallace, and our favorite Danish god, Lukas Hassel, who will be joining us once again!

And ... that's not all -- a spectacular short film block, trivia, raffles, and prizes galore!

And ... put on your best Halloween outfit because our Costume Contest is baaaaaaack! The winner will be rewarded something extra spooky!

See all of you there, freaks and ghouls!

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The Colorado Recorder Orchestra has about 20 members, who play recorders of all sizes, from sopranino to contrabass.

Come join us as we present a program of music by women composers, from the Renaissance to the present time.

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When life gets a little too loud, take it as your sign to turn down the noise and turn inward toward yourself.

Join us for a dreamy afternoon devoted to rest, reflection, and giving your nervous system the royal treatment it deserves.

The full moon is often a beautiful moment to pause and take stock: What are you ready to release? What needs more attention? What can wait until tomorrow? You don’t need to have all the answers. Just come as you are, get cozy, and let the sounds help create a little breathing room.

Our immersive sound bath will surround you with crystal and Tibetan singing bowls, gongs, chimes, flutes, drums, and other soothing instruments. As the room fills with rich vibrations, you’re invited to settle into deep relaxation, quiet reflection, or the kind of rest that makes you forget what day it is, in the best way!

Why Self-Care Sunday?

Self-care is not just an occasional treat; it is how we replenish ourselves so we can move through life with more steadiness, compassion, and capacity. Taking intentional time to pause can support emotional balance, help us reconnect with our needs, and remind us that rest is allowed.

What a Sound Bath Can Offer:

A calming space to unwind from stress and the busyness of everyday life

An opportunity to slow down, reflect, and reconnect with yourself

Support for relaxation and a more settled state of mind

A full-moon moment to set down what no longer feels useful and make room for what does

Ninety minutes of uninterrupted rest—no notifications, no errands, no explaining yourself

Come recharge under the full moon, soak in the sound, and leave feeling a little lighter, softer, and more like yourself!

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About World Ballet Company's Swan Lake 

The legendary tale of Swan Lake takes flight in a breathtaking production from World Ballet Company, as fate and magic entwine in a timeless battle between good and evil. Performing with a Live Orchestra, and featuring a cast of 50 international dancers, over 150 radiant hand-sewn costumes, and stunning hand-crafted sets, this spellbinding ballet captures every heart-pounding moment - from the Dance of the Little Swans to the Black Swan’s 32 fouettés, and every pirouette in between.

With Tchaikovsky’s unforgettable score soaring through the air and played LIVE, immerse yourself in this mesmerizing journey where dreams, heartbreak, and hope unfold right before your eyes.

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Cultural Office of the Pikes Peak Region to Host Creative Business Resource Fair on October 26
The Cultural Office of the Pikes Peak Region (COPPR) invites artists, makers, creative professionals, and entrepreneurs to the 2026 Arts Month Creative Business Resource Fair on Monday, October 26, from 4:00 to 6:30 p.m. at The Garage at Meanwhile Block in downtown Colorado Springs.

This free event will connect the Pikes Peak region's creative community with local organizations offering practical resources to help individuals and businesses start, sustain, and grow their creative work.

Part of the region's annual Arts Month celebration, the Resource Fair is designed for creative professionals at every stage of their careers. Whether seeking funding, navigating business regulations, finding affordable workspace, expanding professional networks, or exploring new opportunities, attendees will have direct access to organizations ready to help.

The event supports the Cultural Office's growing Creative Sector Partnership, which recognizes six interconnected creative industries: Film & Media, Performing Arts, Design & Architecture, Visual Arts & Crafts, Literary & Publishing, and Heritage & Cultural Assets.

"Our region has an incredible network of organizations supporting small businesses, entrepreneurs, and creative professionals. The challenge is often knowing where to start," said Luke Harper Prince, Program Manager, Creative Economy at the Cultural Office of the Pikes Peak Region. "By bringing these resources together in one place, we're making it easier for creatives to find the support they need while strengthening relationships across our regional creative economy."

Event Highlights
Comprehensive Business Resources: Attendees can connect with dozens of local organizations offering support in business development, funding and grants, financial services, marketing, legal assistance, creative production, workspace, workforce development, and more.

Professional Networking: The fair creates opportunities for artists, creative entrepreneurs, businesses, and resource providers to develop meaningful connections that extend beyond the event.

Accessible, Conversational Setting: Rather than a traditional conference, the Resource Fair features an informal, open house format. Participating organizations will have dedicated tables where attendees can ask questions, explore services, and discover opportunities at their own pace.

Free Professional Headshots: Kira Whitney Photography will offer complimentary five minute professional headshot sessions from 4:45 to 5:45 p.m. Registration will be available upon arrival on a first come, first served.

Free Admission: The event is open to everyone at no cost, welcoming established creative businesses, emerging professionals, independent artists, and anyone interested in exploring the region's creative economy.

Beyond connecting individuals with business resources, the fair seeks to strengthen collaboration among the organizations that serve the creative community. By encouraging connections between resource providers and creative professionals, the Cultural Office hopes to establish relationships that support the sector throughout the year.

Event Details
What: 2026 Arts Month Creative Business Resource Fair

When: Monday, October 26, 2026, from 4:00 to 6:30 p.m.

Where: The Garage at Meanwhile Block, 119 W. Costilla St., Colorado Springs, CO 80903

Admission: Free and open to the public.

For additional information, visit the Cultural Office of the Pikes Peak Region's Arts Month Creative Business Resource Fair event page.

About the Cultural Office of the Pikes Peak Region
The Cultural Office of the Pikes Peak Region is the nonprofit local arts agency serving Colorado Springs and the greater Pikes Peak region. Through cultural promotion, creative economy development, arts education, and advocacy, the Cultural Office champions the region's creative community and its contributions to economic development, tourism, and quality of life.

Drop in, explore resources at your own pace, ask your questions, and leave with more support, new potential partners, and clear next steps to help start, sustain, or grow your creative work.

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

Schedule:
🎤 7:00 PM - Performer sign-up opens
🎶 7:30 PM - Open Mic begins
⏰ 8:30 PM - Sign-up closes
🎵 9:30 PM - Open Mic ends

Whether you're ready to perform or just want to grab a drink and support local talent, everyone is welcome!

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Make a cornhusk doll at the Homestead Cabin as you learn about 1860s pioneer life. How did the railroad transform settler life in Colorado?

Discover what it took to be a farmer or rancher in the Pikes Peak region in the 1880s. Why was a blacksmith essential to ranch operations in the 1890s? Explore all these ideas and more while chomping down on some popcorn from the General Store at Homeschool Day. Designed for homeschoolers. Everyone welcome!

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Performances by our talented Music Department faculty!

Violin and Harpsichord Sonata in A minor, Op. 6 No. 6  - Albinoni

Deux Mélodies Hébraïques - Debussy

Horn Trio in E-flat Major, Op. 40 - Brahms

Steve Barta Jazz Trio selections announced from the stage.

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Cradle of Filth are an English extreme metal band formed in Suffolk in 1991. The band's musical style evolved originally from black metal to a cleaner and more "produced" amalgam of gothic metal, symphonic metal and other metal genres. Their lyrical themes and imagery are heavily influenced by Gothic literature, poetry, mythology and horror films. The band consists of its founding member, vocalist Dani Filth, drummer Martin "Marthus" Škaroupka, bassistCradle of Filth and Black Satellite Majestic In Death II Tour Daniel Firth, and guitarists Donny Burbage and Joff Bailey.

Black Satellite is an American rock band from New York City, New York, led by vocalist Larissa Vale and guitarist Kyle Hawken.

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Friendship breaks, bad boss, any relationship you’ve written about. So many artists start out creating around the topic of love and relationships and we can't wait to hear what you share on the stage. We'll have a workshop, an open mic!

Open Mic list will happen at the event. All acts welcome!

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The Galleries of Contemporary Art (GOCA) in collaboration with the UCCS Visual and Performing Arts (VAPA) Department at the Ent Center for the Arts at UCCS proudly announces the opening of Ode to Pages, a new installation by Colorado-based artist Shanah Leaf, on view October 29 – December 19, 2026, in GOCA’s Project Space at the Ent Center for the Arts.

In addition, Leaf will be unveiling the new mural she created on the wall of the mezzanine at the Ent Center on Thursday, October 29th from 5 - 8 PM.  She will speak about all of her work at the Chapman Recital Hall at Ent the same evening, from 6 - 7PM. All events are free and open to the public.

This exhibition is part of VAPA’s Female Emerging Artists Residency Series (F.E.A.R.S.), a program designed to support early to mid-career female-identifying artists across the United States. Now in its 7th year, the residency provides space, time, and resources for artists to expand their practices, engage the Colorado Springs community, and present new work at GOCA.

For more information, please contact the Gallery of Contemporary Art at gallery@uccs.edu.

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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 collide.

In this adaptation, Shakespeare’s Athens becomes an Appalachian mining town shaped by histories of extraction, transience, and survival, and the forest becomes a wild, electric, temporary festival ground just outside it. Contracts replace laws. Producers replace dukes. Careers are negotiated behind closed doors. Opportunity is real, but unevenly distributed.

Hermia is a rising singer who refuses to sign away her future. Her refusal to sign a contract that would bind her career—and her body—to industry expectations is not a romantic whim, but an act of consent and self-determination. Her journey takes her into a festival world of music, substances, exhaustion, desire, and blurred boundaries, where anything can happen after dark.

But this forest isn’t just a playground. It’s ancient Appalachian land with its own memory, history, and people. The fairies emerge as caretakers, workers, cryptids, and witnesses – forces of transformation who also reveal the cost of the dream.

Funny, seductive, chaotic, and a little dangerous, A Midsummer Night’s Dream is a story about love, power, labor, land, and the intoxicating promise of escape.

But what does it mean to wake up after the music stops? 

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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 visible and invisible disabilities.

Poetry is a beautiful way of celebrating our lived experiences and identities. UC Room 122

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SofaKillers deliver the ultimate dance party with hit after hit from the ’70s–2000s. Voted Best Local Cover Band six times from 2019-2025, they’re Colorado Springs’ go-to band for nonstop fun!

Known for turning every show into a full-throttle experience, the SofaKillers deliver a powerhouse mix of crowd-favorite hits, dance-floor anthems, and electrifying stage energy that keeps audiences singing along all night long.

From classic rock favorites to guilty pleasures and unexpected party jams, this is the Halloween bash where anything goes. Whether you come dressed as a rock star, zombie, superhero, or something completely off the wall, expect a costume-filled crowd, festive atmosphere, and a night built for dancing and celebration.

Gather your friends, grab your costumes, and join the party at Stargazers Theatre for an unforgettable Halloween Eve concert event with the SofaKillers. Tricks, treats, and rock ‘n’ roll await.

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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 touching tale of an outsider seeking belonging.

Program
Tim Burton's Edward Scissorhands

Artist
Thomas Wilson | conducto

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The spirits have requested a sound bath. Who are we to say no?

Join Singing Bowls of the Rockies for a delightfully eerie evening of big, beautiful vibrations, cozy fall magic, and absolutely zero haunted-house jump scares. Come relax in a spellbound soundscape of crystal and Tibetan singing bowls, gongs, chimes, flutes, drums, and other instruments designed to help your mind quiet down and your body release the week’s lingering goblins.

Our immersive 90-minute sound bath is a chance to lie back, get cozy, and let the sounds do their mysterious little thing. You may drift, dream, feel deeply relaxed, or wonder whether that gong just opened a portal! All experiences are welcome.

Once we’ve floated back down to earth, we’ll close with warm ceremonial cacao, an opportunity to sip, reflect, connect, and leave with your heart a little fuller (and hopefully not possessed).

Costumes are welcomed, however we do recommend arriving in comfortable attire.

Come for the spooky season vibes; stay for the deep exhale.

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Manitou Phantasmagoria: A night of spirits & spectacle including:

• Costumes
• Cocktails
• Music
• Performers
• Projections
• Vendors

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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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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 are welcome to come in costume!

From the moment the lights dim, audiences are transported into the golden age of arena rock, complete with dazzling costumes, high-energy performances, and pitch-perfect renditions of classics like “Rocket Man,” “Bennie and the Jets,” “Tiny Dancer,” and “Crocodile Rock.” Elton Dan doesn’t just perform the music—he embodies the spirit, charisma, and showmanship that made Elton John a global superstar.

Set against the unique backdrop of Stargazers’ intimate dome venue, this Halloween concert adds an extra layer of magic. Expect a festive atmosphere, audience costumes, and a night that feels as much like a celebration as it does a concert.

Whether you’re a lifelong Elton John fan or just looking for a fun, high-energy way to spend Halloween night, Elton Dan and the Rocket Band promise a show that will have you singing along, dancing in your seat, and leaving with a smile long after the final encore.

Dan’s professionalism and stage presence are second to none. But it isn’t an act. He loves playing and sharing Elton John’s music! And you will love his dynamic, virtuosic piano playing, over-the-top costumes, and boundless, infectious energy! An Elton Dan show is truly a community experience, where people who love Elton John’s music get together to sing, dance and have a good time.

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

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