Summer has officially arrived in the Pikes Peak region, and this weekend could not be more packed with reasons to get outside and celebrate. We are heading into one of the most meaningful weekends of the year, with Juneteenth and then Friday, Father’s Day on Sunday, and the Summer Solstice tucked right in between. Whether you are planning to catch a world-class race, take in some live music, discover handcrafted art, or simply soak in everything that makes Colorado Springs such a special place to call home, there is something on the schedule for everyone. Here is your full rundown of what is happening June 19-21, 2026 across the Colorado Springs and Pikes Peak region.
FRIDAY, JUNE 19 | JUNETEENTH
Southern Colorado Juneteenth Festival (Day 1)
The 6th Annual Southern Colorado Juneteenth Festival kicks off its three-day run at the Norris Penrose Indoor Event Center, bringing together the community for a powerful and joyful celebration featuring national recording artists, local step show performances, a car show, fashion show, health fair, food vendors, and activities for all ages. National headliners include V.I.C., best known for the hit “Wobble,” and David Banner. This festival is completely free and open to everyone.
Day/Time: Friday-Sunday, June 19-21, 2026 (Day 1 on Friday, June 19)
Location: Norris Penrose Indoor Event Center, 1045 Lower Gold Camp Rd, Colorado Springs, CO 80905
Price: Free admission
Link: scjuneteenthfestival.com
Concrete Couch Juneteenth Music & Arts Festival
Celebrate Juneteenth with a community gathering at Concrete Couch (Concrete Coyote) featuring live music from DJ Chris Beasley, the artist My Name Is Harriett, and the PPMA Chamber Orchestra with vocalist Iyanla Ayite. Round it out with BBQ on the grill, arts and crafts, and a fun obstacle course from Whealthy. It is a free afternoon celebration rooted in community and creativity.
Day/Time: Friday, June 19, 2026 | 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM
Location: Concrete Coyote (Concrete Couch campus), Colorado Springs
Price: Free
Link: peakradar.com
SATURDAY, JUNE 20
PBR Space Cowboys Presented by the U.S. Space Force – Tim McGraw & Chris Janson
This is the can’t-miss event of the weekend. The Professional Bull Riders are teaming up with the U.S. Space Force and Grammy Award-winning superstar Tim McGraw, along with multi-platinum country artist Chris Janson, for a one-of-a-kind celebration of America’s 250th anniversary at Falcon Stadium. Thirty of the world’s top bull riders will compete in team format, and the concert and bull riding action will be broadcast nationally on FOX Nation. Family-friendly activation zones open at 1:00 PM with interactive U.S. Space Force exhibits and live entertainment.
Day/Time: Saturday, June 20, 2026 | Activation opens 1:00 PM
Location: Falcon Stadium, U.S. Air Force Academy, Colorado Springs, CO 80840
Price: Tickets from $31 (inclusive of all fees)
Link: axs.com – search PBR Space Cowboys Colorado Springs
June Jubilee – Summer Solstice Art and Music Festival (Day 1)
One of Downtown Colorado Springs’ most beloved annual traditions returns to Acacia Park for the Summer Solstice celebration. More than 80 juried artists will fill the shaded pathways of this historic park with stunning visual art and handcrafted goods, all set to the soundtrack of live local music. This is a wonderful event to browse unique artwork, support local makers, and enjoy the heart of the city in beautiful summer weather. It is completely free to attend.
Day/Time: Saturday-Sunday, June 20-21, 2026 | 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Location: Acacia Park, 115 E. Platte Ave., Colorado Springs, CO 80903
Price: Free admission
Link: peakradar.com/event/june-jubilee-4/
Water Lantern Festival at Memorial Park
One of the most magical evenings you can experience in Colorado Springs, the Water Lantern Festival returns to Prospect Lake at Memorial Park. Each ticket includes a lantern kit, LED candle, and markers so you can personalize your lantern with messages of love, hope, and dreams before setting it gently on the water for a stunning communal launch. Live music and food trucks fill the evening leading up to the lantern release. This sells out quickly, so grab tickets in advance.
Day/Time: Saturday, June 20, 2026 | Gates: 5:30 PM | Lantern Launch: 8:30-9:30 PM
Location: Prospect Lake at Memorial Park, 1605 E Pikes Peak Ave, Colorado Springs, CO 80910
Price: Tickets from $30.99
Link: waterlanternfestival.com/events/colorado-springs
First & Main Town Center Summer Concert Series
If you are looking for a low-key, family-friendly Friday evening, the free First & Main Summer Concert Series is the perfect spot. Head to the park across from Cinemark at First & Main for live music from a local band, balloon animals by Marvelous Marc, local vendor booths, and a great neighborhood atmosphere. These Friday evening concerts run through mid-July and never disappoint.
Day/Time: Friday, June 20, 2026 | 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM
Location: First & Main Town Center, 3305 Cinema Point, Colorado Springs, CO 80922
Price: Free
Link: firstandmaintowncenter.com
Cripple Creek Mineral & Gem Show – Victor, Colorado
Head up the mountain for a one-of-a-kind gem and mineral show held in the charming historic town of Victor, just outside Cripple Creek. Vendors from across the state bring Colorado-dug specimens including polished gems, hand-crafted jewelry, rough slabs, geodes, cabochons, and genuine Cripple Creek turquoise. Gold and gem panning is also available at the Victor Lowell Thomas Museum. It is a fun day trip that doubles as a treasure hunt, and admission is completely free.
Day/Time: Friday-Sunday, June 19-21, 2026 | Fri-Sat 9 AM-5 PM | Sun 9 AM-4 PM
Location: Downtown historic Victor, CO (approximately 45 minutes from Colorado Springs)
Price: Free admission
Link: victorcolorado.com
Rocky Mountain Mustang Roundup Show n’ Shine – Cripple Creek
Car enthusiasts will want to head up to Cripple Creek on Saturday for the Rocky Mountain Mustang Roundup Show n’ Shine, a showcase of classic and contemporary Ford Mustangs from across the region. If you pair it with the nearby Mineral and Gem Show in Victor, you can make a full day of mountain exploring with two great events in one scenic drive.
Day/Time: Saturday, June 20, 2026 | All day
Location: Cripple Creek, CO
Price: Check website for details
Link: visitcripplecreek.com
Jack Dempsey Days at Double Eagle Casino – Cripple Creek
The Double Eagle Casino in Cripple Creek celebrates the legacy of hometown boxing legend Jack Dempsey with a weekend of special events, entertainment, and casino promotions. A great excuse to visit the historic mining town and take in some mountain hospitality.
Day/Time: Saturday-Sunday, June 20-21, 2026 | All day
Location: Double Eagle Hotel and Casino, 442 E Bennett Ave, Cripple Creek, CO 80813
Price: Free to attend; gaming age restrictions apply
Link: decasino.com
SUNDAY, JUNE 21 | FATHER’S DAY + SUMMER SOLSTICE
Pikes Peak International Hill Climb – Race Day 2026
The Race to the Clouds is one of the most iconic motorsports events in America, and Race Day 2026 falls right on Father’s Day. The 104th running of the Broadmoor Pikes Peak International Hill Climb, presented by Gran Turismo, sends competitors up a 12.42-mile fully paved course with 156 turns, climbing from 9,390 feet to the 14,115-foot summit of America’s Mountain. The green flag drops at 7:30 AM, with gates opening at 2:30 AM for spectators who want premium positioning. Tickets must be purchased in advance and are sold by spectator area with parking included. This is a bucket-list event for any Colorado Springs resident or visitor.
Day/Time: Sunday, June 21, 2026 | Gates open 2:30 AM | Green flag 7:30 AM
Location: Pikes Peak, Colorado Springs (course begins at 9,390 ft elevation)
Price: Tickets required in advance – sold by spectator area
Link: ppihc.org
June Jubilee – Summer Solstice Art and Music Festival (Day 2)
Day two of the beloved June Jubilee continues at Acacia Park through 7:00 PM on Sunday. Take your family down for a stroll among 80-plus juried artists, enjoy live acoustic music, pick up a handmade gift for Dad, and celebrate the longest day of the year in the heart of downtown.
Day/Time: Sunday, June 21, 2026 | 11:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Location: Acacia Park, 115 E. Platte Ave., Colorado Springs, CO 80903
Price: Free admission
Link: peakradar.com/event/june-jubilee-4/
Pikes Peak – America’s Mountain: Dads Ride Free
Give Dad the gift of 14,110 feet of perspective. On Father’s Day, dads get free admission to Pikes Peak with a paid adult ticket. The drive up America’s Mountain is one of the most spectacular experiences in the entire state, and with the Hill Climb happening on the same day, energy on the mountain will be at an all-time high. Book timed-entry permits in advance as spots fill up fast.
Day/Time: Sunday, June 21, 2026
Location: Pikes Peak Highway, Colorado Springs, CO
Price: Dads free with paid admission
Link: coloradosprings.gov/drivepikespeak
U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Museum – Father’s Day
One of the most impressive museums in the country, the U.S. Olympic and Paralympic Museum is offering 50% off general admission for dads on Father’s Day. This stunning facility in downtown Colorado Springs tells the stories of America’s greatest athletes through immersive, interactive exhibits. It is an inspiring experience for the whole family and a wonderful way to spend a Sunday afternoon.
Day/Time: Sunday, June 21, 2026 | 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Location: 200 S. Sierra Madre Street, Colorado Springs, CO 80905
Price: 50% off for dads; check website for regular admission rates
Link: usopm.org
Colorado Wolf and Wildlife Center – Father’s Day Experience
Out in the beautiful mountain community of Divide, the Colorado Wolf and Wildlife Center is hosting a special Father’s Day morning experience where you can tour the resident animals, howl with the pack, enjoy breakfast burritos, and enter a raffle. This is a deeply memorable, close-up wildlife encounter for dads and families who want something a little out of the ordinary this Sunday.
Day/Time: Sunday, June 21, 2026 | 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
Location: 4729 Twin Rocks Rd, Divide, CO 80814 (approximately 45 minutes west of Colorado Springs)
Price: $40 ages 12+ | $20 ages 6-11
Link: wolfeducation.org
Paddle Board Yoga and Sound Bath at Quail Lake
Start Father’s Day morning with something truly restorative. Quail Lake is hosting a paddle board yoga and quartz crystal sound bath session on the water, blending gentle restorative yoga with the grounding tones of live crystal singing bowls. A one-of-a-kind experience in one of Colorado Springs’ lovely local parks.
Day/Time: Sunday, June 21, 2026 | 8:00 AM – 9:30 AM
Location: Quail Lake, 915 E Cheyenne Mtn Blvd, Colorado Springs, CO 80906
Price: $40 adults (18+) | $38 ages 12-17
Link: Check PeakRadar.com for registration details
Father’s Day and Summer Solstice Sound Bath – Singing Bowls of the Rockies
Celebrate both Father’s Day and the Summer Solstice in one deeply relaxing afternoon. Singing Bowls of the Rockies is offering a special ceremonial experience featuring cacao ceremony, live music, singing bowls, gongs, and additional healing instruments for a full hour and a half of peaceful, restorative sound. A great gift idea for the introspective dad in your life.
Day/Time: Sunday, June 21, 2026 | 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM
Location: Singing Bowls of the Rockies, 76 S Sierra Madre St Suite C, Colorado Springs, CO 80903
Price: $49 per person
Link: Check PeakRadar.com for registration
CSASTRO SUN-Day in the Park – Solar Observation
Hosted by the Colorado Springs Astronomical Society, this free drop-in solar observation program at Cheyenne Mountain State Park lets you view the sun through special solar telescopes that reveal surface features, filaments, prominences, and solar flares that are invisible to the naked eye. Given that the Summer Solstice falls on this exact Sunday, it is a perfectly timed way to appreciate our star at its most powerful moment of the year.
Day/Time: Sunday, June 21, 2026 | 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM
Location: Cheyenne Mountain State Park, Colorado Springs
Price: Free drop-in | $2 suggested donation
Link: csastro.org
Summer Solstice Astronomy Hike at Garden of the Gods
Cap off the Summer Solstice with an evening guided astronomy hike through the dramatic sandstone formations of Garden of the Gods, led by Colorado Springs Astronomical Society volunteers. The approximately 3-mile, 2-hour hike departs from the Visitor and Nature Center and wraps up with telescope viewing of the night sky. The park is free and the experience is unforgettable.
Day/Time: Sunday, June 21, 2026 | 8:30 PM – 10:30 PM
Location: Garden of the Gods Visitor and Nature Center, 1805 N 30th St, Colorado Springs, CO 80904
Price: Free | $2 suggested donation
Link: csastro.org
Moon Market at Cronk Art and Curiosities
The Moon Market is a gathering of over 100 local artists and vendors specializing in natural, metaphysical, and creative goods, hosted by Cronk Art and Curiosities. It is part farmers market, part artisan fair, and a wonderful place to browse locally made pieces, crystals, and handcrafted items. A perfect Sunday morning stop before heading to the June Jubilee.
Day/Time: Sunday, June 21, 2026
Location: Cronk Art and Curiosities, Colorado Springs
Price: Free to attend
Link: Check PeakRadar.com for details
John Spengler and The Frenemies at Goat Patch Brewing
Goat Patch Brewing’s popular Sunday evening concert series continues this Father’s Day with a performance by John Spengler and The Frenemies from 6:00 to 9:00 PM. Grab a locally crafted beer, pull up a chair on the patio, and let the live music be the perfect close to a full weekend. A relaxed, neighborhood vibe that is hard to beat.
Day/Time: Sunday, June 21, 2026 | 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM
Location: Goat Patch Brewing, Colorado Springs
Price: Free
Link: goatpatchbrewing.com
What a weekend to be in the Springs. Between the Race to the Clouds, a landmark music and bull riding event, free outdoor art festivals, community celebrations, and a sky full of stars on the Summer Solstice, there is truly no shortage of reasons to love this community. Wherever your weekend takes you, I hope it is filled with great memories and good company. If you are thinking about making Colorado Springs home, or simply want to know more about what this region has to offer, I would love to chat. Reach out any time at dan@hayespg.com.
