Summer isn’t finished yet! From outdoor concerts and art walks to markets, sports, festivals, and community celebrations, Southern Colorado has plenty happening without an admission charge.

Pack the lawn chairs, gather your favorite people, and explore something new. These events aren’t only for families with young children—there’s something here for every age and stage of life!

Buzzy Note: Admission to each featured event is free, but food, drinks, merchandise, and optional activities may cost extra. Event details can change, so check the linked event page before leaving home.

Wednesday, August 5

1. Colorado Farm & Art Market 🥕🎨
Shop Colorado-grown produce and browse locally made art and handcrafted goods.

• Time: 3–7 p.m.

• Location: The Meanwhile Block, 132 W. Cimarron St., Colorado Springs

• Price: Free admission; purchases optional

• Details: Colorado Farm & Art Market

2. Monument Concerts in the Park: Mojo Filter 🎶
Bring a chair or blanket for an evening of live music. Food trucks are scheduled to attend, and outside alcohol is not permitted.

• Time: 6:30–8:30 p.m.

• Location: Limbach Park, Monument

• Price: Free

• Details: Monument Concerts in the Park

Thursday, August 6

3. Colorado College Women’s Soccer vs. Northern Colorado ⚽
Cheer on the Tigers during a free Division I exhibition match with mountain views and an all-ages atmosphere.

• Time: 6 p.m.

• Location: Stewart Field, 44 W. Cache La Poudre St., Colorado Springs

• Price: Free

• Details: CC Women’s Soccer Exhibition

4. Downtown Summer Music Series 🎤
Settle into Acacia Park for live local music, free popcorn, and an easygoing summer evening.

• Time: 6–8 p.m.

• Location: Acacia Park, 115 E. Platte Ave., Colorado Springs

• Price: Free

• Details: Downtown Summer Music Series

Friday, August 7

5. First Friday Art Walk Downtown 🖼️
Explore new exhibitions, artist receptions, live music, and special activities at galleries and businesses throughout Downtown Colorado Springs.

• Time: 5–9 p.m.

• Location: Participating locations throughout Downtown Colorado Springs

• Price: Free

• Details: First Friday Art Walk

6. “Celebrating Memories” at Gallery 113 🎨
See paintings by Carey Pelto and Irving Middlemist, meet local artists, enjoy live music, and explore the gallery’s August exhibition.

• Time: 5–8 p.m.

• Location: Gallery 113, 125½ N. Tejon St., Colorado Springs

• Price: Free

• Details: Celebrating Memories

7. Jazz in the Garden: U.S. Air Force Academy Band 🎷
Pack a picnic, lawn chairs, and blankets for an outdoor jazz performance. Seating is first come, first served, and beverages are available for a suggested donation.

• Time: 7 p.m.

• Location: Grace and St. Stephen’s Episcopal Church, 631 N. Tejon St., Colorado Springs

• Price: Free; donations welcomed

• Details: Jazz in the Garden

Saturday, August 8

8. Third Annual Car, Truck & Bike Show 🚘🏍️
Admire cars, trucks, and motorcycles while enjoying awards, prizes, food, and community fun.

• Time: 11 a.m.–5 p.m.

• Location: American Legion Post 2, 701 W. Ninth St., Pueblo

• Price: Free to attend

• Details: Car, Truck & Bike Show

Sunday, August 9

9. Sunday Market in Acacia Park 🛍️
Spend the morning browsing local produce, handmade goods, and community vendors in the heart of Downtown Colorado Springs.

• Time: 9 a.m.–2 p.m.

• Location: Acacia Park, 115 E. Platte Ave., Colorado Springs

• Price: Free admission; purchases optional

• Details: Sunday Market in Acacia Park

Monday, August 10

10. Neuropong at the YMCA of Pueblo 🏓
This supportive table-tennis exercise program is designed for people experiencing cognitive decline or neurological conditions, including Parkinson’s disease, multiple sclerosis, Alzheimer’s disease, and ADHD. No equipment or reservation is required, although participants are asked to register at the membership desk.

• Time: 1–3 p.m.

• Location: YMCA of Pueblo, 3200 E. Spaulding Ave., Pueblo

• Price: Free

• Details: Neuropong at the YMCA

Tuesday, August 11

11. Food Truck Tuesdays 🌮
Meet friends for lunch and choose from a rotating collection of food trucks serving meals, snacks, and desserts.

• Time: 11 a.m.–1:30 p.m.

• Location: South side of Alamo Square Park, Colorado Springs

• Price: Free admission; food available for purchase

• Details: Food Truck Tuesdays

12. Pueblo Parkinson’s Support Group 💙
People living with Parkinson’s disease, their care partners, and loved ones are invited to connect with others and access community support.

• Time: 11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.

• Location: The Avenue Church, 3030 Thatcher Ave., Pueblo

• Price: Free

• Details: Pueblo Parkinson’s Support Group

Wednesday, August 12

13. Colorado Farm & Art Market 🍅🎨
Enjoy another opportunity to support Colorado growers, artists, and makers while exploring a lively midweek market.

• Time: 3–7 p.m.

• Location: The Meanwhile Block, 132 W. Cimarron St., Colorado Springs

• Price: Free admission; purchases optional

• Details: Colorado Farm & Art Market

14. Colorado College Women’s Soccer Home Opener ⚽
Help fill the hill at Stewart Field as the Tigers take on Creighton University in free Division I soccer action.

• Time: 6 p.m.

• Location: Stewart Field, 44 W. Cache La Poudre St., Colorado Springs

• Price: Free

• Details: CC Women’s Soccer Home Opener

Thursday, August 13

15. Penrose Library and Mobile Library Services Open House 📚
Enjoy face painting, games, prizes, crafts, fossil digging, a pop-up makerspace, yard games, a bookmobile scavenger hunt, and more.

• Time: 3–5 p.m.

• Location: Penrose Library, 20 N. Cascade Ave., Colorado Springs

• Price: Free

• Details: Penrose Library Open House

16. Mash Dashers Run Club 🏃‍♀️🐕
Join a casual community jog—or take a walk with your pup—along Shooks Run. All experience levels are welcome.

• Time: 5:30–8 p.m.

• Location: Mash Mechanix Brewing Co., Colorado Springs

• Price: Free to participate; food and drinks optional

• Details: Mash Dashers Run Club

17. Downtown Summer Music Series 🎵
Return to Acacia Park for another free evening of local music under the Colorado sky.

• Time: 6–8 p.m.

• Location: Acacia Park, 115 E. Platte Ave., Colorado Springs

• Price: Free

• Details: Downtown Summer Music Series

Friday, August 14

18. Free Movie Matinee 🍿🎬
Escape the summer heat with a family-friendly movie on the big screen. Concessions will be available, with every item priced at $1 or less.

• Time: 2 p.m.

• Location: El Centro del Quinto Sol, 609 E. Sixth St., Pueblo

• Price: Free admission

• Details: Free Movie Matinee

Saturday, August 15

19. Monument Touch-a-Truck 🚒🚓
Explore fire trucks, police vehicles, and heavy equipment at this hands-on community event. A complimentary pancake breakfast will also be served.

• Time: 9 a.m.–noon

• Location: Monument Fire District Administration Offices, 19775 Mitchell Ave., Monument

• Price: Free

• Details: Monument Touch-a-Truck

20. Pueblo Riverfest 🏍️🛹
Experience freestyle motocross, BMX stunts, skateboarding, motorcycle trials, parkour, boat races, family activities, live music, vendors, and more at this action-packed festival.

• Time: Noon–8 p.m.

• Location: Pueblo Riverwalk, 130 Riverwalk Place, Pueblo

• Price: Free admission

• Details: Pueblo Riverfest

One More Worth the Drive 🐝

If you’re near Pueblo West on August 15, the free End of Summer Jam will feature live music, vendors, food trucks, and activities from 4–9 p.m. at Civic Center Park. View the Pueblo West event details.

Whether you love music, art, sports, markets, or simply spending time with your community, there’s something waiting for you. Pick a few favorites, invite someone along, and enjoy Southern Colorado without stinging the budget! 💗