In 1995, the Manitou Springs Chamber of Commerce started the first coffin races in the nation, in memory of a beloved member of Manitou Springs. In the years since, the races have grown into an often-copied-but-never-equaled Manitou Springs tradition.
Event Type: Community
Exploring el Día De Los Muertos
Join us on October 7th for an opportunity to explore the history and culture of an iconic celebration that takes place in multiple Spanish speaking countries in Latin America including the United States.El Día de los Muertos is a historical cultural celebration that takes place in the fall to honor the lives of loved deceased family members.Participants will have an opportunity to participate in a short lecture to learn about the history and purpose of this celebration. Participants will participate in various hands-on activity stations such as: making and decorating sugar skulls, creating papel picado, and making crepe paper marigolds.This workshop will be facilitated by Javier Gonzalez; Sierra Grande High School Spanish Teacher, Maria Fleming; Sierra Grande K-12 Art Teacher, and high school Spanish/Art Club students.Activity is free but space is limited.
Please contact Antonia at antonia.ortiz@state.co.us or 719-379-3512 to RSVP
Create Your Own Ofrenda
Create Your Own Ofrenda, a free workshop for ages 8-15, will be offered from 10:30-11:30 am Saturday, Oct. 29, at the Global Village Museum of Arts and Cultures. Youth are invited to design their own altar to honor a deceased loved one, which can be a relative, friend, pet, or someone admired like a hero or heroine. All materials will be provided, with participants encouraged to bring a photograph of their loved one. Reservations are not necessary, and light refreshments will be served. For more information, visit globalvillagemuseum.org or call 970-221-4600.
Boo at the Zoo
Bring your little superhero, princess or pirate to Boo at the Zoo Oct. 21-23, and 28-31, 4 to 8:30 p.m., when Cheyenne Mountain Zoo comes alive with the spirit of Halloween. Boo at the Zoo gives your family an alternative to traditional trick-or-treating, complete with your favorite animals! Set in a unique environment, attendees will feel good about collecting candy made with sustainable palm oil to help protect wild orangutans. Put on your costume and bring your trick-or-treat bag to the wildest Halloween event in town. It’ll be a frightfully good time!Advance timed tickets only; no walk-up tickets available. The time on your ticket indicates the earliest time you can enter the Zoo. Buy today! This event is popular, and nights are likely to sell out.For all the details, please visit cmzoo.org/boo.
Buena Vista Christmas Opening and Parade of Lights
The Buena Vista Christmas Opening is a wonderful holiday tradition that unites our small businesses, residents, and visitors as we join together and share in the holiday spirit.
Salida Parade Of Lights
Parade of Lights at 6pm Lighting of the worlds largest Christmas Tree on Christmas Mountain to follow. Holiday Park open through the Holidays Christmas Mountain will be lit until the first Sunday in January.
Ignacio Creative District POP-Up Paint Party
We are painting the town and throwing a party- and it wouldn’t be the same with you! Join us in our first ever POP UP paint party in downtown Ignacio! Enjoy music, local eats, mural painting, chalk art, vendors, activities and more!!!
Special Olympics Colorado Hall of Fame Luncheon
Join Special Olympics Colorado on Thursday, November 17 for the Hall of Fame Luncheon presented by Smile Generation! This event gives guests the opportunity to meet and hear from athletes and learn about our accomplishments and our vision for a more inclusive future through the induction of our awardees.The Hall of Fame Luncheon attracts over 1,000 guests comprised of community and business leaders, longtime supporters, athletes, families and all who want to be part of the inclusion revolution. Reserve your seat or table today for our most uplifting and inspiring event of the year. Let’s make this year’s event a giant celebration for our awardees and their incredible achievements!Hall of Fame is Special Olympics Colorado’s largest, single-day fundraising event. Help us reach our fundraising goal of $240,000 by attending in person or virtually. Funds raised will directly impact the lives of nearly 16,000 Special Olympics Colorado athletes by providing year-round training, competitions, health screenings and leadership opportunities at no cost to them or their families.How to Attend:• Table Sponsor ($1,500) – A sponsored table for 10 (including an athlete) which includes the Table Sponsor’s name will be listed in event materials.• Table Captain – A Table Captain includes one table for you, an athlete and 8 guests at no cost, however, the Table Captain plays a huge role in inviting guests to learn more about how to support Special Olympics CO and sets a fundraising goal for their guests/table to meet on event day.• Individual Guest – Individuals are welcome to attend. There is no cost to attend but we ask that everyone consider donating before and/or during the event to help us reach our fundraising goal.• Livestream – Can’t attend but want to support from afar? Select the “Livestream” option when registering.
Durango Turkey Trot
One of Durango’s most popular running races, the Turkey Trot presented by Animas Surgical Hospital is a 30-year holiday tradition for the whole family. Come burn off some calories and work up an appetite before your big meal!The Turkey Trot features a 5-mile race and a 1-mile fun run. All of the proceeds go to great local charities.Big thanks to Animas Surgical Hospital, our presenting sponsor for the Turkey Trot!
YMCA Turkey Trot 5K
This November 23rd, Thanksgiving Day, the Briargate Family YMCA is hosting their 26th annual YMCA Turkey Trot 5K and kids’ Tiny Trot in Colorado Springs, CO.This event is an eagerly anticipated holiday fundraiser for the YMCA. Funds raised from this event help provide scholarships to local families in need, which in turn, allows them access to the YMCA and its many programs.