Your Weekend Guide to Colorado Springs

This weekend in Colorado Springs, Colorado brings 30 live events across the city — from community to art to music. 19 events are free. Here's what's on.

Colorado Springs has a thriving live music scene that's often overshadowed by Denver's dominance but deserves attention in its own right. The Black Sheep anchors the independent music community with a steady stream of touring indie, punk, and alternative acts. Stargazers Theatre brings a listening-room atmosphere to folk, Americana, and jazz. The Pikes Peak Center handles major national tours, while Weidner Field hosts large-scale outdoor concerts in summer. The military community, university students, and outdoor enthusiasts create an audience that's both large and diverse. Olympic City USA's music scene ranges from metal shows at dive bars to classical performances at the Colorado Springs Philharmonic, with a growing craft brewery circuit that pairs pints with live bands several nights a week.