News

Friday, October 8, 2021 - 9:27am
The Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services (PRCS) department is seeking responses from qualified entities for the use and operation of the Westside Community Center. The City will explore options that allow the westside facility to serve as a vibrant and financially viable community hub... Read more
Friday, October 1, 2021 - 10:42am
The City of Colorado Springs Parks Department uses a multi-faceted approach to better defend against pests. The objective is to control nuisance and noxious weeds in the City parks, open spaces, and public right of ways and insects that can be damaging to the urban tree canopy. Several areas are ... Read more
rendering of aerial view of Garden of the Gods park entrance off 30th street with new roundabout.
Thursday, September 30, 2021 - 9:25am
The City of Colorado Springs is set to begin work in mid-October on the 30th Street Corridor Project with local contractor Wildcat Construction. The exact start date, traffic impacts and detours are pending and will be shared when available. The project includes several roadway and safety... Read more
Tuesday, September 28, 2021 - 10:18am
The City, envisioning that a revitalized and renovated facility is an essential asset to downtown, has sought a financially sustainable solution to address the capital needs of the auditorium immediately and for the long-term. The City has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with a new non-profit... Read more
Monday, September 20, 2021 - 2:35pm
The dirt is flying at Panorama Park – and in a good way! Crews continue to make excellent progress renovating this neighborhood park, located in southeast Colorado Springs.
Thursday, September 16, 2021 - 2:16pm
The Pikes Peak APEX, presented by RockShox, a four-day mountain bike challenge that will take place Sept. 23-26 at various locations in Colorado Springs and El Paso County, will impact several streets, parks and trails. Approximately 200 cyclists are expected to take part in the event, which will... Read more
Wednesday, September 15, 2021 - 1:37pm
The City of Colorado Springs has formalized a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Colorado Springs Community Cultural Collective at City Auditorium (CSCCC) regarding the City Auditorium, located downtown at 221 East Kiowa Street. 
Wednesday, September 15, 2021 - 11:04am
Colorado Springs has been chosen as a Hot Spot by the Leave No Trace Center for Outdoor Ethics. The city is one of ten Hot Spots selected nationwide to participate in this year’s education program.
road through canyon
Wednesday, September 8, 2021 - 1:07pm
A section of North Cheyenne Canyon Road, from the main entrance of North Cheyenne Cañon Park to the parking lot at Helen Hunt Falls, is closed to all traffic, including vehicles, bicycles and hikers, beginning Sept. 27.
Wednesday, August 25, 2021 - 3:59pm
Have you ever wondered if you have what it takes to be a scientist? Does the thought of participating in scientific field work excite you? Would you like to see science in action? If you answered “yes” to any of these questions, you’re in luck! It’s bioblitz season in Colorado Springs, and this... Read more
stratton open space bio blitz Aug 28-29 at 1504 ridgeway wave. Join us for a family friendly guided hikes, educational activities and the opportunity to work with scientists.
Monday, August 23, 2021 - 10:06am
Friday-Sunday, Aug. 27-29 at Stratton Open Space. Free and open to the public, the event focuses creating a biological census of the area. There will also be guided hikes and family-friendly activity booths from 8 a.m.-2 p.m.
Tuesday, August 17, 2021 - 11:02am
The Manitou Incline is closed Thursday-Sunday, Aug. 19-22 for the Pikes Peak Marathon and Ascent. The Incline is a popular hiking trail owned and managed by the City of Colorado Springs near the base of Barr Trail in Manitou Springs.