Good morning, Colorado Springs.

Downtown Colorado Springs will host the Pikes Peak Pride festival and No Kings protest this weekend; the festival at Alamo Square Park runs from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Saturday with a parade starting at 11 a.m. Sunday, while protestors gather in front of City Hall at noon Saturday—local police are working with organizers to keep the events safe.

On Wednesday, one person was injured and a suspect was arrested after a shooting around 7 p.m. near the intersection of North Academy Boulevard and Austin Bluffs Parkway — police said the incident stemmed from road rage.

UCCS police have warned that scammers are impersonating officers by spoofing the department’s dispatch number to threaten arrest for missed jury duty or an outstanding warrant—UCCS stresses that it never asks for payment over the phone and advises anyone contacted to hang up immediately.

Colorado Springs police arrested 22-year-old Daveione Manning on Wednesday after video footage showed him fatally stabbing 23-year-old Camden Mills at Greentree Village Apartments near North Academy boulevard and North Carefree Circle, and first responders pronounced Mills dead at the scene.

Colorado Springs is expanding its Track chair Program to give people with mobility challenges better access to trails using all-terrain wheelchairs equipped with tank-like tracks and safety harnesses.

Daily guided hikes run Wednesday through Sunday at Red Rock Canyon Open Space and Blodgett Open Space with support from trained staff.

The debate over Space Command’s headquarters location intensifies as Rep. Mike Rogers favors moving the command from Colorado Springs to Huntsville based on a GAO report while local officials warn that relocating could cost jobs and reduce readiness.

A planned annexation near Schriever and delays in building a new headquarters further complicate the decision—raising concerns about operational capability.

Live Music: Silver Moon Riders

5-8 p.m. — Red Leg Brewing Company — Free entry — Get ready for a summer full of great vibes and even better tunes on the lawn.

Father Hood 5K Run

9 AM – 12 PM — John Venezia Community Park — Registration fee required — Participate in a family-friendly 5K run to promote community and health.

Scavenger Hunt in Colorado Springs

6 PM – 4 AM — Colorado Springs Area — Ticket required — A family-friendly scavenger hunt blending adventure with technology.

Family Fun Nights at the Library

4:30-6:00 p.m. — Peterson Library — Free entry — Experience a delightful STEAM activity with family every Tuesday night.

Epic Kids Only Alien Art Camp

11:00 AM – 3:30 PM — Painting with a Twist — $85 per person — Blast off into cosmic creativity with alien-themed art projects and fun for ages 6-13.

Music Video Bingo Night

6:30-8:30 p.m. — Goat Patch Brewing Company — Free entry — Challenge your musical knowledge with visual and audio clues at this fun bingo event.

Ivywild Summer Solstice Sound Bath Concert

7:30-9:30 p.m. — Ivywild School — Ticket prices vary — Experience a serene sound bath with crystal bowls, gongs, and more in celebration of the Summer Solstice.

Colorado Springs Autism Walk and Resource Fair

10 AM – 1 PM — Memorial Park — Support local autism initiatives — Participate in a community-driven walk and resource fair to enhance awareness and support for autism.

Painting with a Purpose Fundraiser

3-5 p.m. — Painting with a Twist — $38-$50 per person — Enjoy a creative afternoon supporting a local non-profit while painting your own masterpiece.

Self Defense Academy Youth Summer Camp

8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. — Self Defense Academy Colorado Springs — Registration required — Engage in a week of outdoor fun and self-defense training designed for kids.