across our community.
The Cultural Office of the Pikes Peak Region (a.k.a. COPPR) is the nonprofit local arts agency that serves the City of Colorado Springs and the greater Pikes Peak region (El Paso and Teller Counties) in Colorado. We work to ensure that the creative sector grows in economic vitality and depth of impact, that creative workers can thrive in our community, and that the arts are leveraged to positively address regional economic development, education, cultural tourism, and quality of life.
Beyond the Cultural Office's regional leadership & advocacy,
our programs focus on:
Our Mission
We champion our diverse creative community as a vital part of the region’s identity and economy through service, connection, and advocacy.
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Arts in Societies Awards Cultural Office $35,000 Grant for Arts Education
The Cultural Office of the Pikes Peak Region (COPPR) has been awarded a $35,000 Arts in Society grant to support a new

Arts Education Symposium
Tuesday, June 2nd from 9:00am-4:00pm The Penrose House 1661 Mesa Ave, Colorado Springs, CO 80906 Registration: $75 Space is Limited: Register

Just Released! 2025 Annual Report
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Creative Flight Plan Workshop
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Space Sharing for Creative Meetings/Classes
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LOCAL ARTS EVENTS


The Broken Hearts: A Tribute to Tom Petty & The Heartbreakers (CANCELLED)
04-30-2026 - 04-30-2026
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Events for May 2026
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Thu, Feb 26 @ 10:00 am
Fri, Feb 27 @ 10:00 am
Sat, Feb 28 @ 10:00 am
Thu, Mar 5 @ 10:00 am
Fri, Mar 6 @ 10:00 am
Sat, Mar 7 @ 10:00 am
Thu, Mar 12 @ 10:00 am
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Out of Our Minds: Magic and Mind Reading
May 01 - May 30
Fri, Feb 27 @ 7:00 pm
Sat, Mar 7 @ 7:00 pm
Thu, Mar 12 @ 7:00 pm
Fri, Mar 20 @ 7:00 pm
Sat, Mar 28 @ 7:00 pm
Tue, Mar 31 @ 7:00 pm
Thu, Apr 2 @ 7:00 pm
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'Picasso at the Lapin Agile'
May 01 - May 03
Fri, Apr 24 @ 7:30 pm
Sat, Apr 25 @ 7:30 pm
Sun, Apr 26 @ 4:00 pm
Fri, May 1 @ 7:30 pm
Sat, May 2 @ 7:30 pm
Sun, May 3 @ 4:00 pm
'Where I Learned to Look: Art from the Yard'
May 01 - Jul 25
Fri, Mar 6 @ 10:00 am
Sat, Mar 7 @ 10:00 am
Wed, Mar 11 @ 10:00 am
Thu, Mar 12 @ 10:00 am
Fri, Mar 13 @ 10:00 am
Sat, Mar 14 @ 10:00 am
Wed, Mar 18 @ 10:00 am
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Saturday Night Improv with Improv Colorado
May 02 - Dec 05
Sat, Mar 7 @ 7:00 pm
Sat, Apr 4 @ 7:00 pm
Sat, May 2 @ 7:00 pm
'Picasso at the Lapin Agile'
May 02 - May 03
Fri, Apr 24 @ 7:30 pm
Sat, Apr 25 @ 7:30 pm
Sun, Apr 26 @ 4:00 pm
Fri, May 1 @ 7:30 pm
Sat, May 2 @ 7:30 pm
Sun, May 3 @ 4:00 pm
'Ascending'
May 02 - May 03
'Ascending'
Presented by Chamber Orchestra of the Springs at Ent Center for the Arts
May 02 - May 03
Sat, May 2 @ 7:00 pm
Sun, May 3 @ 2:30 pm
Thu, Feb 26 @ 10:00 am
Fri, Feb 27 @ 10:00 am
Sat, Feb 28 @ 10:00 am
Thu, Mar 5 @ 10:00 am
Fri, Mar 6 @ 10:00 am
Sat, Mar 7 @ 10:00 am
Thu, Mar 12 @ 10:00 am
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'Where I Learned to Look: Art from the Yard'
May 02 - Jul 25
Fri, Mar 6 @ 10:00 am
Sat, Mar 7 @ 10:00 am
Wed, Mar 11 @ 10:00 am
Thu, Mar 12 @ 10:00 am
Fri, Mar 13 @ 10:00 am
Sat, Mar 14 @ 10:00 am
Wed, Mar 18 @ 10:00 am
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May 01, 2026 - Jun 20, 2026
Contemporary Film, Video, and Sound: Sofía Gallisa Muriente: Lluvia con nieve
Presented by Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center at Colorado College at Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center at Colorado College Colorado Springs, CO
Contemporary Film, Video, and Sound Lane West Gallery In Contemporary Film, Video, and Sound, each of the featured artists grapples with the possibilities and shortcomings contained in the official records of history. Currently on view, Sofía Gallisa Muriente’s Lluvia con nieve (2014) uses archival footage from 1955 of a US plane landing in Puerto Rico carrying two tons of snow. About Contemporary Film, Video, and Sound Contemporary Film, Video, and Sound is dedicated to a rotating selection of contemporary film, video, and sound works and is curated by Katja Rivera, Curator of Contemporary Art. Support is generously provided by the Catharine and Bart Holaday Endowment for Interactive Art. This calendar listing is brought to you by Peak Radar, the Pikes Peak region's one-stop, online website for arts and entertainment events, powered by the Cultural Office of the Pikes Peak Region.
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May 01, 2026 - May 30, 2026
Out of Our Minds: Magic and Mind Reading
Presented by Cosmo's Magic Theater at Cosmo's Magic Theater Colorado Springs, CO
"Out of Our Minds" was written and designed to encourage audience input which affects the outcome for the evening. Continuing in our tradition of storytelling, light and fun presentation and comedy, this show includes brand new, original material created specifically for this performance. The audience will even be "taught" and participate in telekinesis (moving objects with your mind) during the performance! "Out of Our Minds" opened to sellout crowds for several weeks starting in June of 2022 to rave reviews! This show is subtitled, "The show that can't be done without you".
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May 01, 2026 - May 03, 2026
'Picasso at the Lapin Agile'
Presented by UCCS Visual and Performing Arts: Theatre and Dance Program at Ent Center for the Arts Colorado Springs, CO
UCCS Theatre Company Presents: "Picasso at the Lapin Agile" This calendar listing is brought to you by Peak Radar, the Pikes Peak region's one-stop, online website for arts and entertainment events, powered by the Cultural Office of the Pikes Peak Region.
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May 01, 2026
Paradise Cove
Presented by Stargazers Theatre & Event Center at Stargazers Theatre & Event Center Colorado Springs, CO
Set sail into spring with Paradise Cove, the ultimate Yacht Rock Spring Dance Party at Stargazers Theatre in Colorado Springs! Paradise Cove delivers all your favorite yacht rock classics—silky harmonies, irresistible hooks, and feel-good hits from the late ’70s and early ’80s. Think cool breezes, smooth rhythms, and songs that make you want to move, sing along, and forget the everyday grind. Whether you’re a longtime fan of yacht rock or just looking for a fun night out, this spring dance party is your ticket to escape. Dress nautical, dress retro, or just dress to dance—Paradise Cove is all about good vibes and great music. What to expect: High-energy live yacht rock favorites A packed dance floor and laid-back coastal atmosphere A perfect spring night out with friends So grab your crew, channel your inner captain, and cruise into a night of smooth sailing and unforgettable music. Paradise Cove awaits! This calendar listing is brought to you by Peak Radar, the Pikes Peak region's one-stop, online website for arts and entertainment events, powered by the Cultural Office of the Pikes Peak Region.
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May 01, 2026
Robb Casseday
Presented by Hunter-Wolff Gallery at Hunter-Wolff Gallery Colorado Springs, CO
We are unveiling a new exhibit of scratchboard paintings by award-winning Colorado artist Robb Casseday. Explore Hunter-Wolff Gallery and its 40 artists in Colorado Springs’ growing Arts District located in Old Colorado City. Hunter-Wolff Gallery is excited to offer this unique and stunning collection of wildlife paintings by Robb Casseday during Opening night. Stop in for an introduction and let your imagination soar. Live music provided by Audrey Eldridge, aka “Ukulady”. This calendar listing is brought to you by Peak Radar, the Pikes Peak region's one-stop, online website for arts and entertainment events, powered by the Cultural Office of the Pikes Peak Region. This calendar listing is brought to you by Peak Radar, the Pikes Peak region's one-stop, online website for arts and entertainment events, powered by the Cultural Office of the Pikes Peak Region.
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May 01, 2026 - Jul 25, 2026
'Where I Learned to Look: Art from the Yard'
Presented by Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center at Colorado College at Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center at Colorado College Colorado Springs, CO
Where I Learned to Look: Art from the Yard celebrates the foundational role of yards in shaping contemporary art in America. Building upon existing scholarship on Yard Art, artwork created to exist in the transitional space between the home and wider world, artist and art historian Josh T Franco examines the lineage of this robust American art form. Featuring over 30 works, the exhibition spotlights both community and academically taught artists over the past five decades including David Driskell, vanessa german, Donald Judd, and Finnegan Shannon, revealing connections across communities in creative world-building with what is available. Where I Learned to Look: Art from the Yard was originally produced by the Institute of Contemporary Art, University of Pennsylvania. The exhibition was made possible by the Katherine and Keith L. Sachs Guest Curator Program, and is supported at the Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center at Colorado College by the Catharine and Bart Holaday Endowment for Interactive Art. Where I Learned to Look: Art from the Yard is curated by artist and art historian Josh T Franco in partnership with Katja Rivera, Curator of Contemporary Art. The curatorial concept was developed by artist and art historian Josh T Franco and Hallie Ringle, Daniel and Brett Sundheim, Chief Curator for the Institute of Contemporary Art, University of Pennsylvania. Explore Our Free Digital Guide Explore the Fine Arts Center’s museum with our free digital guide! Our guide offers digital access to works in our collection, including exclusive audio from curators, suggested tours, and more. Browse the guide…
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May 02, 2026 - Dec 05, 2026
Saturday Night Improv with Improv Colorado
Presented by Improv Colorado at Peak Improv Theater Colorado Springs, CO
If you like "Whose Line Is It Anyway?" you will love our show! Improv Colorado is guaranteed to bring laughter to any date night, girls’ night out, Meetup event or solo outing! These seasoned improv artists will amaze you with their wit and imagination! Every show is completely different than the last because it is all made up on the spot! Join us for giggles, grins and even a belly laugh or two! Fast paced improv comedy, you help with suggestions and we then create the fun. Bring the family or make it a date, it will be a fun night out. This calendar listing is brought to you by Peak Radar, the Pikes Peak region's one-stop, online website for arts and entertainment events, powered by the Cultural Office of the Pikes Peak Region.
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May 02, 2026 - May 03, 2026
'Picasso at the Lapin Agile'
Presented by UCCS Visual and Performing Arts: Theatre and Dance Program at Ent Center for the Arts Colorado Springs, CO
UCCS Theatre Company Presents: "Picasso at the Lapin Agile" This calendar listing is brought to you by Peak Radar, the Pikes Peak region's one-stop, online website for arts and entertainment events, powered by the Cultural Office of the Pikes Peak Region.
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May 02, 2026 - May 03, 2026
'Ascending'
Presented by Chamber Orchestra of the Springs at Ent Center for the Arts Colorado Springs, CO
From A Mythic Flight to Mozart’s Mastery: A Grand Finale We’ll remain in the heavens, from which the music of Mozart was said to be plucked, for a piano concerto featuring the virtuoso Dr. Adam Haas, before finishing the season with the lush and radiant Symphony No. 3 by Max Bruch, in a concert all about rapturous joy. For this one, we’ll need the expanded stage across the hall at the Ent Center’s Shockley Zalabak Theater - a fittingly majestic finale to a breathtaking season. Colin Jacobsen & Siamak Aghaei — Ascending Bird Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart — Piano Concerto No. 20 in D minor Max Bruch — Symphony No. 3 in E major RUN TIME: 1 hour, 34 minutes (including intermission) You’ll See: A Virtuoso Pianist You’ll Hear: Music of the Heavens You’ll Feel: Spiritual Transcendence This calendar listing is brought to you by Peak Radar, the Pikes Peak region's one-stop, online website for arts and entertainment events, powered by the Cultural Office of the Pikes Peak Region.
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May 02, 2026
Step Afrika!
Presented by Pikes Peak Center for the Performing Arts at Pikes Peak Center for the Performing Arts Colorado Springs, CO
Step Afrika!'s The Evolution Tour is an electrifying production that fuses groundbreaking step choreography with the vibrant soundscape of a live DJ. As the world’s leading authority on the art form of stepping, Step Afrika! pushes the boundaries of stepping, blending tradition with innovation to create an unforgettable, high-energy experience. Don’t miss the evolution of step like you’ve never seen before! This calendar listing is brought to you by Peak Radar, the Pikes Peak region's one-stop, online website for arts and entertainment events, powered by the Cultural Office of the Pikes Peak Region. This calendar listing is brought to you by Peak Radar, the Pikes Peak region's one-stop, online website for arts and entertainment events, powered by the Cultural Office of the Pikes Peak Region.
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May 02, 2026 - Jun 20, 2026
Contemporary Film, Video, and Sound: Sofía Gallisa Muriente: Lluvia con nieve
Presented by Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center at Colorado College at Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center at Colorado College Colorado Springs, CO
Contemporary Film, Video, and Sound Lane West Gallery In Contemporary Film, Video, and Sound, each of the featured artists grapples with the possibilities and shortcomings contained in the official records of history. Currently on view, Sofía Gallisa Muriente’s Lluvia con nieve (2014) uses archival footage from 1955 of a US plane landing in Puerto Rico carrying two tons of snow. About Contemporary Film, Video, and Sound Contemporary Film, Video, and Sound is dedicated to a rotating selection of contemporary film, video, and sound works and is curated by Katja Rivera, Curator of Contemporary Art. Support is generously provided by the Catharine and Bart Holaday Endowment for Interactive Art. This calendar listing is brought to you by Peak Radar, the Pikes Peak region's one-stop, online website for arts and entertainment events, powered by the Cultural Office of the Pikes Peak Region.
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May 02, 2026 - Jul 25, 2026
'Where I Learned to Look: Art from the Yard'
Presented by Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center at Colorado College at Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center at Colorado College Colorado Springs, CO
Where I Learned to Look: Art from the Yard celebrates the foundational role of yards in shaping contemporary art in America. Building upon existing scholarship on Yard Art, artwork created to exist in the transitional space between the home and wider world, artist and art historian Josh T Franco examines the lineage of this robust American art form. Featuring over 30 works, the exhibition spotlights both community and academically taught artists over the past five decades including David Driskell, vanessa german, Donald Judd, and Finnegan Shannon, revealing connections across communities in creative world-building with what is available. Where I Learned to Look: Art from the Yard was originally produced by the Institute of Contemporary Art, University of Pennsylvania. The exhibition was made possible by the Katherine and Keith L. Sachs Guest Curator Program, and is supported at the Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center at Colorado College by the Catharine and Bart Holaday Endowment for Interactive Art. Where I Learned to Look: Art from the Yard is curated by artist and art historian Josh T Franco in partnership with Katja Rivera, Curator of Contemporary Art. The curatorial concept was developed by artist and art historian Josh T Franco and Hallie Ringle, Daniel and Brett Sundheim, Chief Curator for the Institute of Contemporary Art, University of Pennsylvania. Explore Our Free Digital Guide Explore the Fine Arts Center’s museum with our free digital guide! Our guide offers digital access to works in our collection, including exclusive audio from curators, suggested tours, and more. Browse the guide…
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