| Event Name | Organization | Dates | City | | | Bhagavan Kirtan! | Marmalade at Smokebrush | 11/19/11- Ongoing | Colorado Springs |
| Live Piano Music Nightly | Famous Steak House | 02/18/12- Ongoing | Colorado Springs |
BAM Adult Rock BandPresented by Broadmoor Academy of Music February 22, 2012-February 20, 2013 BAM Adult Rock Band is open to adults ages 21 and over who would like to join a rock band that is coached by a professional musician. The group meets once a week and does a show about every 8 weeks in the community. We need lead guitar, rhythm guitar, lead vocals, backup vocals, electric bass, keyboards, drums, horns, cowbell players, etc. Amps, drums, keyboards, and PA are provided. If we have a lot of interest, we will start other bands as well. Participants should be fairly proficient... | Broadmoor Academy of Music | 02/22/12- 02/20/13 | Colorado Springs |
Wednesday Night Blues Jam Hosted by 99%Presented by Southside Johnny's February 22, 2012-February 6, 2013 Colorado Springs own 99% hosts this weekly blues jam at the infamous Southside Johnny's. You never know what's gonna happen or who's gonna rock the stage, but you can always bet on a good time and some exceptional music. Come support this local band. Come support this local bar/restaurant. And come support our local community!! | Southside Johnny's | 02/22/12- 02/06/13 | Colorado Springs |
African Dance Class with Dallo FallPresented by Jamoral- West African Arts and Culture at Casa Verde Commons House January 17, 2012-January 17, 2013 Feel the Rhythm and Move your Body!
Join us for African Dance Class with Dallo Fall from Senegal, West Africa.
Learn Traditional Dance and Songs with Live Drumming!
This is an ongoing class and open to the public. | Jamoral- West African Arts and Culture | 01/17/12- 01/17/13 | Colorado Springs |
Bob Tudor & FriendsPresented by The Margarita at PineCreek February 1-December 26, 2012 Join us every Wednesday night at The Margarita at PineCreek while Bob Tudor and Friends play an eclectic mix of world jazz.
| The Margarita at PineCreek | 02/01/12- 12/26/12 | Colorado Springs |
3rd Friday Art Walk in Manitou SpringsPresented by Commonwheel Artists Co-op at Downtown Manitou Springs May 18-December 21, 2012 Looking for a new way to spend a Friday night? Come to Manitou Springs for 3rd Friday Art Walk. Twelve Art Galleries and other businesses are participating in this fun, free event. Perfect for a date, a night out with the girls, or a much-needed gallery hop.
12 participants will welcome you with open arms and special events such as art openings, book signings, music, food, and lots of socializing...even a chance to make new friends.
Read more on... | Commonwheel Artists Co-op | 05/18/12- 12/21/12 | Manitou Springs |
Celtic Thunder: VoyagePresented by Pikes Peak Center at Pikes Peak Center for the Performing Arts November 18, 2012 Surpassing sales of one million units combined, the musical phenomenon that is Celtic Thunder have just been hailed as BILLBOARD's Top World Music Artist, along with Top World Music Imprint and Top World Album of 2011 for their most current disc, Heritage. Celtic Thunder rang in 2012 with a new CD and DVD concert special, VOYAGE, which came out February 28.
Celtic Thunder has appeared on multiple national TV programs to date including The Today Show, CBS Early Show’s... | Pikes Peak Center | 11/18/12 | Colorado Springs |
The Fresh Beat BandPresented by Pikes Peak Center at Pikes Peak Center for the Performing Arts November 1, 2012 The Fresh Beat Band is a live-action preschool musical set to original pop songs with preschool-friendly lyrics. Marina, Kiki, Twist, and Shout are the Fresh Beats--four best friends in a band who go to music school together and love to sing and dance. For the Fresh Beats, just about any situation can lead to a full-blown song-and-dance performance. From the moment they wake up, everything that the Fresh Beats do is infused with musical fun. All songs embody an upbeat, contemporary format... | Pikes Peak Center | 11/01/12 | Colorado Springs |
London and Stratford-upon-Avon Music, Theatre and Art tour Presented by Pikes Peak Opera League at Broadmoor Community Church September 26-October 9, 2012 A tour of London and Stratford-upon-Avon that includes seven concerts, theatre productions and two art museum visits. The tour is being led by Dr Dennis Jackson who has led tours to England for over 25 years. Visits to C.S. Lewis's home in Oxford as well as the Shakespeare properties are included. Critiques will be held after all the performances The trip includes all land arrangements and many meals. | Pikes Peak Opera League | 09/26/12- 10/09/12 | Colorado Springs |
Celebration Metaphysical Fair's 2012 Transcendence FairPresented by Celebration Productions at Colorado Springs City Auditorium October 5-October 8, 2012 We are the oldest metaphysical fair in the USA and perhaps the world. We host reputable Readers, Healers and Vendors offering a wide range of tools to help facilitate each person in their individual pursuit to attain the next level in their personal growth. We host four fairs a year; two in Denver & two in Colorado Springs. This is our 100th fair! We are adding a 4th day to this festive occasion. Come celebrate with us! Please visit our website for more information. | Celebration Productions | 10/05/12- 10/08/12 | Colorado Springs |
2012 Front Range Dance-A-Thon & ExpoPresented by Candice Griffin Events at Sundance Mountain Lodge September 29-September 30, 2012 The 2012 "You Gotta Feel It!" Danca-A-Thon lasts for 12 hours with at least 2 members from each team remaining on the floor at all times throughout the event. We will "dance through the decades" with costumes, events, lessons and exhibitions by local dance professionals and learn how dancing is a great way to stay in shape, while fund raising for Tri-Lakes Cares!! | Candice Griffin Events | 09/29/12- 09/30/12 | Monument |
Girls Night: The MusicalPresented by Pikes Peak Center at Pikes Peak Center for the Performing Arts September 30, 2012 Girls Night: The Musical has been thrilling audiences and earning raves from critics throughout North America since it began touring after its sensational Off-Broadway debut. This touching and hilarious 'tell-it-like-it-is' musical takes audiences on a journey into the lives of a group of female friends. And, audience members can’t help but laugh, cry and even find themselves singing and dancing in the aisles as some of the most popular hit songs of the 80s and 90s make this musical a... | Pikes Peak Center | 09/30/12 | Colorado Springs |
Peter CeteraPresented by Pikes Peak Center at Pikes Peak Center for the Performing Arts September 24, 2012 Get your tickets today to see singer/songwriter/musician Peter Cetera at the Pikes Peak Center! Cetera was an original member of the rock band Chicago before launching a successful solo career which netted him 6 top 40 singles including two that reached number 1 on Billboard's Hot 100 chart. Just a few of his hits incude Hard to Say I'm Sorry, Love Me Tomorrow, Stay the Night, You're the Inspiration, Along Comes a Woman and Glory of Love. Don't miss this incredible evening with Peter... | Pikes Peak Center | 09/24/12 | Colorado Springs |
15th Annual Rocky Mountain OktoberfestPlusPresented by Greater Woodland Park Chamber of Commerce at Ute Pass Cultural Center September 22-September 23, 2012 The Greater Woodland Park Chamber of Commerce continues the tradition of bringing a bit of Germany to the Rocky Mountains for a two day event.
From the climbing wall and giant slide for kids to the authentic German brats, beer and wine you will find something for everyone at our Rocky Mountain Oktoberfest.
Live German entertainment includes: Polka Schnapps, Squeeze Play and Alan Polivka All Star Band.
Other bands include: Cari Dell Band andSteele Daniels. | Greater Woodland Park Chamber of Commerce | 09/22/12- 09/23/12 | Woodland Park |
| PPAC Awards | Pikes Peak Arts Council | 09/21/12 | Colorado Springs |
What If Festival of Innovation and Imagination Presented by Imagination Celebration at Downtown Colorado Springs September 15, 2012 The What IF! Festival of Innovation and Imagination invites inquisitive community members of all ages to join the day of interaction and creativity. The day-long Festival will feature tech-enthusiasts, art-makers, garage inventors, Do-It-Yourself-ers, scientists, culinary magicians, original musicians, robot builders, urban farmers, innovators, engineers and many other thinkers and tinkerers from the region. The Festival will include interactive booths, demonstrations, video presentations,... | Imagination Celebration | 09/15/12 | Colorado Springs |
B-52sPresented by Pikes Peak Center at Pikes Peak Center for the Performing Arts September 13, 2012 It is well known that the B-52s are the World’s Greatest Party Band! And thirty years and over twenty million albums into their career, there can be no doubt as to why The B-52s remain among the most beloved rock stars ever. Any mystery concerning the longevity and ongoing appeal of the band is immediately solved when exposed to a unique B-52s concert experience. From the timeless gems of "Rock Lobster," "Planet Claire" and "Private Idaho" to the more... | Pikes Peak Center | 09/13/12 | Colorado Springs |
Mountain of the Sun Music Festival at Aspen Valley RanchPresented by Pikes Peak Community Foundation at Aspen Valley Ranch September 8, 2012 There's nothing like listening to homegrown Americana roots music on America's mountain! Join us on for an incredible lineup of musicians, workshops, and good times. Bring your own picnic or buy food at the festival. This family-friendly event will have two stages, a beergarden hosted by Bristol Brewing Company, vendors, arts, crafts and outdoor activities for all ages, and music workshops. | Pikes Peak Community Foundation | 09/08/12 | Woodland Park |
Summer Fun Friday Free Concert SeriesPresented by Stargazers Theatre & Event Center at Stargazers Theatre & Event Center June 1-August 31, 2012 Come one, Come all! To the Colorado Springs SFFFCS at Stargazers Theatre. This event will occur every Friday night June-Aug, (excluding Aug 10) and will be boasting some of the best music bands The Springs has to offer. Just to give you a taste of the talent to perform we will be having: The Gazette's winners "Best of the best of," "Todd Tejarina," "Jacob Loggins," "Black Rose Band," and many many more! Come check it out on our website for a... | Stargazers Theatre & Event Center | 06/01/12- 08/31/12 | Colorado Springs |
| Jazz in the Garden | Grace and St. Stephen's Episcopal Church | 05/25/12- 08/31/12 | Colorado Springs |
Wolf Ranch Summer Concert SeriesPresented by Wolf Ranch Community Council at Gateway Park June 6-August 29, 2012 JUN 6 Springs Contemporary Jazz Big Band - Big Band music (In conjunction with Pikes Peak Jazz & Swing Society)
JUN 13 The Jake Loggins Do-It – Rock & Blues
JUN 20 Ceol Ceili – Eclectic Celtic
JUN 27 Double McGuffin – Jazz & Swing Standards (In conjunction with Pikes Peak Jazz & Swing Society)
JUL 11 Six.8– Rock, R&B, Top 40 Cover
JUL 18 Jim Adam Band - Down-Home Funky Blues
JUL 25 Brad Eastin Quartet... | Wolf Ranch Community Council | 06/06/12- 08/29/12 | Colorado Springs |
Colorado Circus FestivalPresented by FamilyNation at Bancroft Park in Old Colorado City August 25-August 26, 2012 This family-friendly event will have something for everyone. From music, street entertainment, fun competitions and an arts & crafts festival all rolled into one. Come join us for the Annual Colorado Circus Festival in Old Colorado City, Colorado Springs, CO | FamilyNation | 08/25/12- 08/26/12 | Colorado Springs |
Colorado Circus FestivalPresented by FamilyNation, Inc. at Bancroft Park in Old Colorado City August 25-August 26, 2012 Come one, come all to the annual Colorado Circus Festival. Jugglers, music, dancers, comedy and arts & crafts. It's a great event for kids and adults alike. Heck, we even have camels! Join us for this spectacular two day event! | FamilyNation, Inc. | 08/25/12- 08/26/12 | Colorado Springs |
| Ass in the Grass Music Series | Ass in the Grass Music Series | 06/16/12- 08/25/12 | Woodland Park |
Aspen Valley Ranch House Concert Series: Key of JoyPresented by Pikes Peak Community Foundation at Aspen Valley Ranch August 24, 2012 Celebrate incredible local music in a down-home venue with amazing acoustics at Aspen Valley Ranch's Raven Nest House Concert Series. We continue the 2012 series with genre-defying original duet Key of Joy. The good times start at 6:00 P.M. with a potluck (complimentary Bristol beer and other beverages provided), and music starts at 7:00 P.M. Seating is limited; reservations requested. | Pikes Peak Community Foundation | 08/24/12 | Woodland Park |
| Fountain Creek Brass Band Concerts in Manitou Springs | Manitou Springs Chamber of Commerce | 06/21/12- 08/23/12 | Manitou Springs |
| Acacia Park Summer Concert Series | Downtown Business Improvement District | 08/18/12 | Colorado Springs |
Manitou Springs Free Summer Concert SeriesPresented by Manitou Springs Chamber of Commerce at Soda Springs Park June 4-August 13, 2012 Enjoy free concerts every Monday evening in Soda Springs Park Pavilion. Performances by Colorado Springs Concert Band, Colorado Springs Jazz Ensemble, and Little London Winds. | Manitou Springs Chamber of Commerce | 06/04/12- 08/13/12 | Manitou Springs |
| The 2012 Celebration of the Amateur Pianist: Recital | Amateur Pianists International | 08/12/12 | Colorado Springs |
| Amateur Pianists International Recital | Colorado College Summer Music Festival | 08/11/12 | Colorado Springs |
The 2012 Celebration of the Amateur Pianist: Recital featuring Norman KriegerPresented by Amateur Pianists International at Colorado College - Packard Hall August 11, 2012 A native of Los Angeles, Norman Krieger is one of the most acclaimed pianists of his generation, highly regarded as an artist of depth, sensitivity and virtuosic flair. This event is part of the 2012 Celebration of the Amateur Pianist. | Amateur Pianists International | 08/11/12 | Colorado Springs |
| Acacia Park Summer Concert Series | Downtown Business Improvement District | 08/11/12 | Colorado Springs |
Amateur Pianists International: Seminar on Beethoven SonatasPresented by Colorado College Summer Music Festival at Colorado College - Packard Hall August 10, 2012 A native of Los Angeles, Norman Krieger is one of the most acclaimed pianists of his generation, highly regarded as an artist of depth, sensitivity and virtuosic flair. In this seminar, he will discuss and perform Beethoven Sonatas. This event is part of the 2012 Celebration of the Amateur Pianist. | Colorado College Summer Music Festival | 08/10/12 | Colorado Springs |
Amateur Pianists International: Panel Discussion on Playing With An OrchestraPresented by Colorado College Summer Music Festival at Colorado College - Packard Hall August 10, 2012 Lawrence Leighton Smith (Pianist and Music Director Emeritus, Colorado Springs Philharmonic); Norman Krieger, and Thomas Wilson (Director, Chamber Orchestra of the Springs) are the esteemed panelists who will discuss “Playing with an orchestra”. This event is part of the 2012 Celebration of the Amateur Pianist. | Colorado College Summer Music Festival | 08/10/12 | Colorado Springs |
| Recital: Quattro Mani | Amateur Pianists International | 08/10/12 | Colorado Springs |
World Music Series: Aurelio MartinezPresented by KRCC 91.5 FM at Colorado College - Armstrong Quad August 10, 2012 Acclaimed for both his preservation and modernization of the Paranda musical tradition, Aurelio's virtuosity is found in his distinctive, penetrating vocals and his talent as a composer. Aurelio was born into a family possessing a long and distinguished musical tradition in the small Garifuna community of Plaplaya in Honduras. Aurelio began playing guitar as soon as he was old enough to hold the instrument. By the age of six he was regularly playing drums at social gatherings. Inspired by... | KRCC 91.5 FM | 08/10/12 | Colorado Springs |
| Seminar: Selection and Care of the Piano | Colorado College Summer Music Festival | 08/09/12 | Colorado Springs |
| The 2012 Celebration of the Amateur Pianist: Master Class | Colorado College Summer Music Festival | 08/09/12 | Colorado Springs |
The 2012 Celebration of the Amateur Pianist: Professional RecitalPresented by Colorado College Summer Music Festival at Colorado College - Packard Hall August 9, 2012 Zahari Metchkov, pianist and organist, is a native of Sofia, Bulgaria. He received his musical training at the Cleveland Institute of Music, where he earned a bachelor’s degree in piano and organ performance, an MM in piano performance, and a DMA in piano performance and music theory. He is an assistant professor of music at Colorado State University-Pueblo, where he teaches applied piano, piano-related courses, and music theory. Dr. Metchkov also taught at the Cleveland Institute and... | Colorado College Summer Music Festival | 08/09/12 | Colorado Springs |
| The 2012 Celebration of the Amateur Pianist: Registration and Practice | Colorado College Summer Music Festival | 08/08/12 | Colorado Springs |
BAM Summer Jazz, Rock and Funk/R&B Band ProgramPresented by Broadmoor Academy of Music June 1-August 5, 2012 Broadmoor Academy of Music will be offering various bands for youth, college, and adults for the summer. Please give BAM a call if you have questions.
Rock Bands - We need vocalists, lead guitar, rhythm guitar, keyboard, bass, drums. We have groups for ages 8-12, 13-14, and 15-18, college, and adults
Jazz Combos - We need sax, trumpet, trombone, piano, bass, guitar, and drums. High School, Middle School, and Adult Bands
Funk/R&B/Motown/Jazz-Rock... | Broadmoor Academy of Music | 06/01/12- 08/05/12 | Colorado Springs |
Japanese Taiko (Drum) ConcertPresented by Colorado College Summer Music Festival at Colorado College - Armstrong Theater August 5, 2012 The Fujisan Kaen Taiko Drummers from Fujiyoshida and the Taiko Society of Colorado Springs join together for an exhilarating performance. The concert is one of the major events taking place in Colorado Springs during the first week of August to celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the Sister City Relationship between Colorado Springs and Fujiyoshida, Japan. | Colorado College Summer Music Festival | 08/05/12 | Colorado Springs |
74th Bronc Day FestivalPresented by Bronc Day Committee at Gazebo Lake Park August 4, 2012 The 74th Bronc Day Festival is free family fun for everyone! Kick off the day with the pancake breakfast at the fire station starting at 7 A.M. The big parade at 10 A.M. features the Fort Carson Color Guard, fire engines, floats, antique cars, clowns, still walkers, cowboys, gunfighters, pets, princesses, and kids on decorated bikes. The rest of the day offers lots of fun activities for the whole family, including a rubber duckie race, face painting, kid's games, gold panning, and radio... | Bronc Day Committee | 08/04/12 | Green Mountain Falls |
Vino & Notes, Wine-Food-Jazz FestivalPresented by Help the Needy at Memorial Park, Woodland Park August 4, 2012 Join us for the 5th Annual Vino & Notes, Wine-Food-Jazz Festival in Memorial Park at the base of Pikes Peak in beautiful Woodland Park. Each participant receives an imprinted wine glass and tastings from 20 Colorado wineries. A variety of vendors, quality entertainment and much more. Proceeds benefit Help the Needy. | Help the Needy | 08/04/12 | Woodland Park |
| Everybody Welcome Festival | Colorado Springs Diversity Forum | 08/04/12 | Colorado Springs |
| Acacia Park Summer Concert Series | Downtown Business Improvement District | 08/04/12 | Colorado Springs |
Aspen Valley Ranch House Concert Series: Ceol Ceili Presented by Pikes Peak Community Foundation at Aspen Valley Ranch July 27, 2012 Celebrate incredible local music in a down-home venue with amazing acoustics at Aspen Valley Ranch's Raven Nest House Concert Series. We continue the 2012 series with local Celtic band Ceol Ceili. The good times start at 6:00 P.M. with a potluck (complimentary Bristol beer and other beverages provided), and music starts at 7:00 P.M. Seating is limited; reservations requested. | Pikes Peak Community Foundation | 07/27/12 | Woodland Park |
8th Annual First & Main Free Summer Concert SeriesPresented by First & Main Town Center at First & Main Town Center June 1-July 27, 2012 Join us at First & Main Town Center this summer for our 8th Annual First & Main Free Summer Concert Series. Every Friday, from June to July, we will feature local Colorado bands ranging from country, to blues, to rock n’ roll. These concerts are open to the public and will go from 5:00 - 7:00 P.M. Each concert will also feature an assortment of merchants from the First & Main Town Center who will be offering samples, coupons, giveaways, picnic dinners, etc.
Come kick... | First & Main Town Center | 06/01/12- 07/27/12 | Colorado Springs |
David WilcoxPresented by Pikes Peak Center at Pikes Peak Center for the Performing Arts July 27, 2012 Don't miss this intimate night of music!
His lyrical insight is matched by a smooth baritone voice, virtuosic guitar chops, and creative open tunings, giving him a range and tenderness rare in folk music. He holds audiences rapt with nothing more than a single guitar, thoroughly written songs, a fearless ability to mine the depths of human emotions of joy, sorrow and everything in between, and all tempered by a quick and wry wit.
Wilcox says, “Music still stretches... | Pikes Peak Center | 07/27/12 | Colorado Springs |