Daily editionSaturday, August 23rd, 2025
Good morning, Colorado Springs.
The Daily Colorado Springs Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 23rd of August.
Community
The new Colorado Springs Senior Center is set to open with a ribbon-cutting on August 29 at 10 a.m.—the facility, operated by the YMCA of the Pikes Peak Region, will begin hosting classes and events the first week of September.
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Culture
Colorado Springs will host the Labor Day Lift Off—its 49th annual hot air balloon festival—featuring 70-80 colorful balloons launching in the early morning and glowing at night; the event will offer live music, drone light shows, hot air rides and family activities from Aug. 30 to Sept. 1.
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Government
El Paso County announced that starting Monday, August 25, Palmer Divide Road east of Interstate 25 will be limited to one lane for one week—weather permitting—to replace a corrugated metal pipe.
Drivers are asked to use alternate routes via Furrow Road and Highway 105 to avoid delays.
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Colorado Springs Events
Summer Music Series: Patchwork Jack & Roma Ransom
Sunday, August 24th, 2025 · 6:30-8:30 p.m. — Goat Patch Brewing Company — Free entry — Enjoy live music while sipping on your favorite Goat Patch beer in the beer garden.
Ricky's Island Cafe at Goat Patch Brewing Company
Monday, August 25th, 2025 · 4-8 p.m. — Goat Patch Brewing Company — Free entry — Enjoy a vibrant evening at Goat Patch Brewing with great brews and community vibes.
Summer Concert Series
Tuesday, August 26th, 2025 · 5:30-7:30 p.m. — Bancroft Park — Free entry — Enjoy a delightful evening with the Tasty House band playing blues, funk, and fusion tunes amid the summer vibes.
Hillside Summer Concert Series
Wednesday, August 27th, 2025 · 5-8:30 p.m. — Hillside Gardens & Event Center — $18 — Enjoy a mix of local bands, food, and drinks in a beautiful garden setting.
Colin McAllister Performance
Thursday, August 28th, 2025 · 5-8 p.m. — The Mining Exchange — Free entry — Experience the captivating sounds of a guitarist blending classical and passionate melodies in downtown Colorado Springs.
The Lack Family Concert
Friday, August 29th, 2025 · 5:30-7:30 p.m. — Red Leg Brewing Company — Free entry — Enjoy local bands and craft beer under the Colorado sky this summer.
Live Music: Sofa Killers
Saturday, August 30th, 2025 · 4:30-7:30 p.m. — Red Leg Brewing Company — Free entry — Get ready for a summer full of great vibes and even better tunes with live music on the lawn.
Fusion Night
Sunday, August 31st, 2025 · 8 p.m. – Midnight — 1106 N Circle Dr, Colorado Springs, CO — Free entry — Experience an electrifying fusion of music and entertainment every Saturday night.
2025 Recover OUTloud Music Festival
Monday, September 1st, 2025 · 12-8 p.m. — 4615 Northpark Dr, Colorado Springs, CO — Tickets on sale — Celebrate National Recovery Month with headliners and local food trucks at this vibrant music festival.
Summer Concert Series
Tuesday, September 2nd, 2025 · 5:30-7:30 p.m. — Bancroft Park — Free entry — Enjoy free live music from the Peak Big Band in the heart of Old Colorado City.