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Colorado Springs
Thursday, November 27th, 2025
Good morning, Colorado Springs. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 27th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ The Salvation Army Colorado Springs Corps is asking the community for pie donations ahead of Thanksgiving—local residents are invited to help support their holiday efforts. 11 News
- ➤ The report lists holiday hours for Colorado Springs, noting banks, Metro Transit, city and county offices, libraries, and post offices will be closed Thursday while some services remain closed Friday; it also provides varied Black Friday schedules for major retailers such as Walmart, Target, and Home Depot—check with each store for exact times. Colorado Springs Gazette
- ➤ Today, Reclaiming Hope is preparing 543 holiday stockings for survivors of sex trafficking; volunteers fill each stocking with personalized gifts like toys, treats, and winter comfort items for distribution across the Front Range. The nonprofit will deliver the stockings by early December—each package includes a handwritten card and a gift card—offering a small reminder that survivors are seen and valued. KOAA News5
- ➤ Ukulele player Jake Shimabukuro will perform 'Holidays in Hawaii' at 7:30 p.m. Dec. 3 at Lone Tree Arts Center located at 10075 Commons St.—tickets cost between $40 and $60. The PLACE, a local nonprofit that began in 1998 as part of Urban Peak Denver, helps homeless young adults unlock their potential and exit homelessness. Colorado Springs Gazette
- ➤ Nonprofits and churches served free Thanksgiving meals to 600 people on Wednesday and are serving 2,500 meals today at locations such as the Salvation Army headquarters and Marian House Soup Kitchen—volunteers cooked hundreds of turkeys and prepared boxes earlier this week. The annual YMCA Turkey Trot kicked off this morning—bringing families together for a holiday run. Colorado Springs Gazette
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A car crash in Douglas County Monday killed two adults and three children and injured two others, leaving grieving families as police investigate the carjacking by a Denver man—whose identity is withheld at the families' request. Colorado Springs Gazette
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Miramont Castle will host Victorian Christmas Tours from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Friday through Sunday, featuring festive decorations and a playful tradition where children search for a hidden pickle for a special treat—part of the tour proceeds will help provide essential gifts to local kids. Visitors will enjoy a self-guided tour with a brief history, hot wassail, and homemade cookies while exploring themed rooms in the historic castle. Colorado Springs Gazette
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ After a successful reintroduction program, wild turkeys are now a common sight in urban areas with Fountain resident Nicole Henderson noting they appear every morning on lawns and roads. Colorado Parks and Wildlife and local police urge residents not to feed or chase the birds—advice meant to keep both wildlife and people safe. Colorado Springs Gazette
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The City of Colorado Springs announced that free parking will be available in Downtown and Old Colorado City today for Thanksgiving, on Black Friday and Small Business Saturday, and on December 6 for Festival of Lights plus on Christmas Eve, Christmas Day and New Year’s Day 2026 in City facilities. City of Colorado Springs
- ➤ The City of Colorado Springs has asked FEMA for funding to stabilize 1,650 linear feet of Monument Creek from the Mark Dabling Boulevard bridge to its confluence with Cottonwood Creek — the project will include bank grading, drop structures, and vegetation enhancements to protect nearby infrastructure and may proceed after a 15-day public comment period. City of Colorado Springs
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Step Springs, a new program for homeless men with addiction in Colorado Springs, opened four weeks ago and is already at 64% capacity with 18 spots left out of 50 beds—showing an urgent need for recovery services. The program offers structured housing and job placement help funded entirely by donations. KOAA News5
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Families in Colorado Springs can take Santa photos at multiple festive events including cozy breakfasts, train rides, and pet sessions—reservations may be required for some while free photo opportunities run through December 24. Springs
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Taproom Sessions: Chinaflower Suncats
5-7 p.m. — Goat Patch Brewing Company — Free entry — Enjoy live music by Chinaflower Suncats while savoring craft beers in a vibrant atmosphere.
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Arts and Crafts Winter Market
11 AM – 4 PM — Old Colorado City Historical Society & History Center — Free entry — Celebrate the season with local artisans, handmade gifts, and a festive atmosphere.
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Holiday Market & Photos with Santa
11 AM – 3 PM — Red Leg Brewing Company — Free entry — Enjoy holiday shopping, local crafts, and festive photos with Santa.
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Mellow Mondays Coloring Night
4-9 p.m. — Goat Patch Brewing Company — Free entry — Unwind with coloring pages while sipping a pint at a local brewery.
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Bleating Heart Night: Citizens Project
5-9 p.m. — Goat Patch Brewing Company — $1 donation per pint — Enjoy good beer while supporting a local non-profit cause.
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Weekly Trivia Night at Pub Dog Colorado
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Pub Dog Colorado — Free entry — Test your knowledge in a fun and casual trivia competition with your furry friends.
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Music Bingo at Pub Dog Colorado
6:30-8:30 p.m. — Pub Dog Colorado — All ages welcome — Bring your family and pups for an evening of fun music bingo with Olson Entertainment.
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Merry & Bright Brunch
10 AM – 12 PM — The Catalyst Campus For Technology & Innovation — Ticketed event — Celebrate with good food and warm drinks as you connect with the community looking ahead to 2026.
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Festival of Lights Parade
5:50-8:00 p.m. — Downtown Partnership of Colorado Springs — Free entry — Marvel at nearly 100 enchanting entries dazzling with lights and decorations.
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27th Annual Colorado Springs Holiday Food & Gift Festival
10 AM – 4 PM — Norris Penrose Event Center — $8.00 adults, free for children 15 and younger — Celebrate the season with unique gifts, gourmet foods, and festive activities.
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