Jun 11, 2026 - Things to Do

Pride, Renaissance Festival and more to do this weekend in Colorado Springs

John Frank

Illustration of neon signs with the days of the week. Lights go out one by one and "weekend" flashes. — Illustration: Allie Carl/Axios

From downtown Pride festivities to knights battling in Larkspur, here's what's worth putting on your calendar in the Springs this weekend:

🎉 The Pikes Peak Pride celebration starts Saturday at Alamo Square Park near the Pioneer Museum with live music, performers and local vendors. The parade rolls through downtown Sunday at 10am. Free.

⚜️ Larkspur transforms into Larkspurshire and comes to life Saturday with the debut of the Colorado Renaissance Festival.

Expect turkey legs, jousting, dozens of artisan vendors, music and even a magic show. Tickets start at $29.

🏃 The Garden of the Gods 10-mile and 10K races celebrate 50 years on Sunday. The course winds through the park's iconic sandstone rock formations and finishes with a post-race party. Tickets start at $96.

🎈 The 4th annual Bee-Yond event brings a full day of family fun, with bounce houses, face painting, food trucks, live DJs and superhero meet-and-greets. The festival takes place 10am to 4pm in Memorial Park. Free.

🤠 The Cripple Creek Gold Rush Rodeo starts Friday and runs through Sunday with bull riding, roping, mutton busting and other Western favorites. Tickets start at $10.

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