Daily editionSaturday, April 25th, 2026
Good morning, Colorado Springs.
The Daily Colorado Springs Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 25th of April.
Community
Colorado Springs visitors can once again enjoy fishing, non-motorized boating, hiking and biking at the reopened North Slope Recreation Area beginning May 1—after a two-year closure for repairs at South Catamount Reservoir, while Crystal Creek Reservoir remains closed for in-water recreation for about 14 days.
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Culture
Mile High Asian Food Week is coming to Colorado Springs from Sunday to May 3 to celebrate the growing Asian-American culinary scene with over 70 restaurants, food trucks and cafes offering special discounts and secret menus.
Co-founder Joanne Liu said the event now features venues like Baon Supper Club.
Colorado Springs GazetteRead more
The Broadway musical Mrs. Doubtfire plays at Pikes Peak Center from Tuesday through April 30 with three shows at 7:30 p.m.; ticket prices range from $56 to $137 (family-friendly adaptation of a beloved film).
Colorado Springs GazetteRead more
Today, Colorado Cosmic Con begins at Norris Penrose Event Center with comics, cosplay and collectibles, featuring a new Mob Con theme; the family-friendly event runs 10 a.m.—5 p.m. today and tomorrow, and coordinator John Hernandez expects attendance to reach 3,000.
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Education
Palmer High School is celebrating its 150th anniversary today with an open house from 10:00 a.m. + 4:00 p.m. at its historic campus, where visitors can view artifacts dating back to the late 1800s before renovations store them away.
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District 38 held its annual art awards on April 15 at Bauman Learning Center to honor student artists from kindergarten through high school with certificates, art supplies, and custom treats; lead organizer Amanda Staman praised the school’s commitment to creative education (supported by local art teachers).
Colorado Springs GazetteRead more
Environment
Officials battling the Hammer Fire southeast of Fountain said the blaze burned nearly 5,000 acres and was 80% contained, with firefighters hoping to fully contain it by Friday (evacuation orders were lifted and no buildings were damaged).
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Government
Manitou Springs started Stage 1 water restrictions mid-April as snowpack dropped to 9% and its single reservoir is at risk; outdoor watering is allowed only on scheduled days (even-numbered properties water Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday and odd-numbered properties water Wednesday, Friday, Sunday) as residents conserve water ahead of the June runoff.
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Cimarron Hills Fire Department put out a shed fire on the 500 block of Air Lane near the airport Friday and quickly controlled the blaze.
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Sports
Pine Creek alum Riley Cornelio became the first from his school to reach the majors when he joined the Washington Nationals on Friday in Chicago (pitching against the White Sox) after a standout minor league season.
Colorado Springs GazetteRead more
The Colorado Avalanche chased a first-round sweep against the Los Angeles Kings on Friday, Apr. 23 in Los Angeles as they showcased strong defense + overcame minor offensive issues.
Fans enjoyed the fast, intense postseason action that proved why NHL playoffs are a must-watch.
Colorado Springs GazetteRead more
Colorado Springs Events
Use It On Monday Veterinary CE Symposium
Sunday, April 26th, 2026 · 7 AM – 1 PM — DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Colorado Springs — Registration required — A dynamic symposium delivering immediate, practical veterinary insights and networking opportunities.
Mellow Mondays Coloring Night
Monday, April 27th, 2026 · 4-9 p.m. — Goat Patch Brewing Company — Free entry — Unwind with a relaxing evening of coloring and craft beers.
Plant Bingo
Tuesday, April 28th, 2026 · 5-8:30 p.m. — Hillside Gardens & Event Center — $10 — Play bingo for plants while enjoying drinks and food in a fun atmosphere.
All-Ages Story Time
Wednesday, April 29th, 2026 · 1-2 p.m. — Peterson Library — Free entry — Enjoy a delightful session of stories, songs, and crafts for all ages.
Jagged Little Pill: The Musical
Thursday, April 30th, 2026 · 7:00–9:30 p.m. — Fine Arts Center — Tickets vary — Discover the heartfelt complexities of a seemingly perfect family through Alanis Morissette's iconic music.
LIVE at the Lodge - The Wallens
Friday, May 1st, 2026 · 6-8 p.m. — Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort — Free entry — Enjoy lively tunes with local crafted drinks on the patio.
Do The Crawl de Mayo Pub Crawl
Saturday, May 2nd, 2026 · 4:30-9 p.m. — Avenue 19 — Tickets required — Celebrate Cinco de Mayo early with a vibrant pub crawl featuring games, contests, and festive drinks.
Summer Music Series: Countywyde
Sunday, May 3rd, 2026 · 2-5 p.m. — Goat Patch Brewing Company — Enjoy local music and craft beer in a vibrant summer atmosphere.
Bike the Garden
Monday, May 4th, 2026 · 5:30-7:30 p.m. — Buffalo Lodge Bicycle Resort — Free participation — Enjoy a casual evening bike ride through Garden of the Gods while savoring happy hour drinks afterward.
Sweet T's Rude Blues Jam
Tuesday, May 5th, 2026 · 6-9 p.m. — PEAK 31 @ Union Station — Free entry — Dive into an energetic blues jam session showcasing local talent every Tuesday night.