Good morning, Colorado Springs.

Multiple organizations in Colorado Springs are preparing for holiday toy giveaways this month—Christmas Unlimited is accepting applications for its Holiday Toy Distribution Program until shopping slots fill while local groups will host events such as the Bob Telmosse Christmas Giveaway on Dec. 20 and CPD toy drives through December with new, unwrapped gifts and bicycles accepted at designated drop-offs.

Trinity Brewing Co. will pour its last beer on Dec.

21 at its Garden of the Gods Road location—after that, the brewery will transition into the first expansion of 105 West Brewing, which will add a food menu with wood-fired pizzas and smoked wings while keeping many of its traditions.

Flying W Ranch will host its annual Christmas Chuckwagon Supper Show—A Cowboy Christmas Jubilee from Thursday through Dec.

23, featuring a five-piece cowboy band, a 13-piece orchestra and a dinner with options for vegetarians, vegans and gluten-free diners.

Today, The Broadmoor unveiled a life-sized gingerbread display that shows a whimsical tribute to the Winter Olympics in Milano Cortina for the holiday season.

The display features Santa on a gingerbread bobsled and chocolate elves playing hockey—and it will be open for visitors Mondays through Thursdays until Dec. 18 with festive decor remaining until New Year’s Day.

Britt Haley, Director of Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services, will retire at the end of the year—Assistant Director Kim King will serve as acting director during a national search for a permanent replacement.

Liberty basketball beat Mesa Ridge 67-61 Tuesday night with three players scoring in double digits — junior Cam Waithe-Cunningham led with 20 points and coach Devon Grant said the win raises the team's confidence ahead of Wednesday's game at Windsor.

Air Force center Costen Cooley earned a spot on the All-Mountain West first team after the conference handed out awards Tuesday—three teammates made the second team while five Falcons were named honorable mention.

He began the season on the Rimington Trophy Watch List and hopes to play football as a graduate transfer or in the NFL, with his wedding set for June 4 after his May 28 graduation.

High school boys basketball in the Pikes Peak region started the season after no school qualified for the state title game for the first time since 2014.

Five players—Matthew Lebron from Banning Lewis, Cameron Waithe-Cunningham from Liberty, Matty Dessalegn from Vanguard, J’marius Jones from Mesa Ridge, and Hugh Tarpenning from Discovery Canyon—are watched as they aim to lead their teams to March’s state tournament.

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.

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.

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.

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.

Mellow Mondays Coloring Night

4-9 p.m. — Goat Patch Brewing Company — Free — Unwind with a relaxing night of coloring at the brewery with both family and holiday-themed pages.

Twisted Tuesday Art Class

6:30-8:30 p.m. — Painting with a Twist — $35 for $4 drinks — Enjoy an artistic evening with guided painting and discounted drinks.

Wednesday Night Comedy Open Mic

7-10 p.m. — Lulu's Downtown — Free — A stage for novices and veterans alike, hosted by a comedian with impressive credentials.

OCC Christkindlmarket

12-8 p.m. — Bancroft Park — Free entry — Experience an authentic German holiday market with handcrafted goods and cultural entertainment.

Happy Hour: Creative Painting and Candle Making

5:00-6:30 p.m. — Painting with a Twist — $25-$37 — Unleash your creativity while sipping drinks and making your own masterpiece.

Christian Singles Winter Gathering

5-8 p.m. — Colorado Mountain Brewery — $20 for Non Hub Members — Celebrate the season with fellowship, food, and a visit to a festive Christkindlmarket.