Get ready for a busy final weekend of February in Colorado Springs! Highlights include the Community Baby Shower for young families, a chance to see Hot Wheels Monster Trucks, and catching the final days of theater performances.
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Community Baby Shower!
Hillside Community Center
A free resource fair specifically designed for pregnant people and young families.
'Colorado Nick: A Legacy of Tattoo Art in Colorado Springs' Opening
Colorado Springs Pioneers Museum
Explore a new exhibit indoors at the Pioneers Museum on Saturday.
Storytime with PPLD (ages 3-7)
Various PPLD Locations
A free, dedicated story session for preschoolers on Saturday morning.
· February 28
6FREE : Immunize Colorado is hosting a big resource event perfect for expectant parents and families with little ones. You can connect with about 30 exhibitors offering helpful resources and information.It's a focused, free event providing essential local resources specifically for new and expecting parents.
WATER COLORING AT CHEYENNE MOUNTAIN STATE PARK : Get out to the park for some nature-based creativity. This session includes watercolor activities, and other listings suggest nature walks and wildlife viewing might be included too.It's a great morning activity connecting kids with art and the beautiful outdoors before the afternoon rush.
: Bring the kids to see the massive Hot Wheels trucks in action! This is a high-energy, loud show perfect for truck enthusiasts of all ages.A huge, exciting event that only runs once this weekend.
: Check out the opening of this new exhibit at the Pioneers Museum. While the subject matter is niche, museums are great indoor destinations for an afternoon.It’s a new exhibit opening at a respected local museum this Saturday.
: Head to COATI for the Spring Craft & Vendor Market happening Saturday morning. It's a nice spot to browse local goods and potentially find unique treasures.A good morning activity offering local crafts and browsing.
: The Rocky Mountain Women's Film group is hosting a film showing Saturday evening to wrap up Black History Month celebrations.It’s an evening indoor option featuring culturally relevant content.
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5: Catch a performance at the Bear Creek Nature Center. This is a great, contained activity if you need a break from the outdoor chill.A dedicated, short performance time slot ideal for shorter attention spans.
: Head out to support the Colorado College Tigers as they take on John Carroll University in men's lacrosse.A fun, active Sunday evening event perfect for families who enjoy live sports.
FREE : If you have a toddler between 1 and 2, this recurring PPLD session is a perfect way to start Saturday morning. It offers dedicated early learning activities.It's explicitly tailored for the youngest age group we see listed.
FREE : The library is hosting storytime for slightly older kids on Saturday morning. This is a fun, free way to engage preschoolers and early elementary readers.It caters perfectly to the preschool/early grade school demographic.
FREE : Kids who are learning to read can practice their skills by reading aloud to therapy dogs at the 21C Library location. This is a fantastic, low-pressure confidence builder.The combination of dogs and reading practice is incredibly appealing for school-aged kids.
Frequently Asked Questions
What free kids events are on in Colorado Springs this weekend?
This weekend (Feb 28-01) there are three strong free options: the Community Baby Shower for young families on Saturday morning, the PPLD Toddler Time for 1-2 year olds, and the PPLD Storytime for ages 3-7, both on Saturday morning.
Are there any big, ticketed shows happening?
Yes, if your kids love trucks, the Hot Wheels Monster Trucks Live show is happening Saturday afternoon. For older kids or teens, there is a showing of 'Sleeping Dogs Lie' on Sunday afternoon, which is its final day.
What can we do outdoors on Saturday morning?
You can head to Cheyenne Mountain State Park for the Water Coloring activity starting at 9:00 AM, which is a great way to get some fresh air combined with creativity.
