Daily editionSaturday, August 30th, 2025
Good morning, Colorado Springs.
The Daily Colorado Springs Team
Here’s your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 30th of August.
Community
The Colorado Springs Labor Day Lift Off starts today at Memorial Park with a 6 a.m. drone show, 6:30 a.m. opening ceremony and 7 a.m. balloon lift off as the event unfolds through Monday.
City officials have announced road closures around the park from 5 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. and later to manage heavy traffic.
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Colorado Springs welcomed the opening of a new 23,000-square-foot senior center Friday with a ribbon-cutting and open house by city officials and the YMCA of the Pikes Peak Region.
The center offers indoor pickleball courts, a kitchen, and social spaces—built after two years of planning that began in July 2024—and it will host daily programs run by the YMCA.
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Colorado Springs Events
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.
Hillside Gardens Summer Concert Series
Wednesday, September 3rd, 2025 · 5-8:30 p.m. — Hillside Gardens & Event Center — $18 per ticket — Enjoy an evening of local talent in a stunning garden setting with food and drinks.
Small Acts, Big Impact
Thursday, September 4th, 2025 · 5-7:30 p.m. — Axe and the Oak Whiskey House — Free entry — Explore how simple actions can lead to significant changes in communities and beyond.
Americana Fridays: CountyWyde
Friday, September 5th, 2025 · 4-7 p.m. — The Mining Exchange — Free entry — Enjoy lively Americana music with a bluegrass twist and community spirit.
Downtown Walking Tour: Historic Architecture & Murals
Saturday, September 6th, 2025 · 10:00-11:30 a.m. — BLK MGK Coffee — $15 — Explore the artistry and history of Colorado Springs' urban landscape with expert guides.
Dahlia Brunch
Sunday, September 7th, 2025 · 10 a.m. – 12 p.m. — Gather Mountain Blooms — Reservations recommended — Experience a relaxing Sunday brunch among blooming flowers with mimosas and a private flower picking experience.
Colorado Springs Senior Expo
Monday, September 8th, 2025 · 10 a.m. – 1 p.m. — COS City Hub — Free entry — Connect with local organizations and enjoy prize drawings, refreshments and health screenings.
Tuesday Vibes: Sara Van Hecke
Tuesday, September 9th, 2025 · 5-8 p.m. — The Mining Exchange — Free entry — Experience a blend of indie-folk and jazz from singer-songwriter Sara Van Hecke in a cozy bar setting.