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.
RECENT NEWS
Celebrate Arts Month 2025
ARTS MONTH IS HERE! This October marks 12 years of Arts Month in our community! It has grown into a tradition that invites everyone to explore, connect, and celebrate our shared creativity. Each October, hundreds of local events remind us that the arts aren’t just
COPPR is on the move!
On behalf of the Board and Staff of The Cultural Office of the Pikes Peak Region, I am pleased to finally share with you some of our nonprofit’s biggest news in our 19-year history: we have purchased a permanent home for the Cultural Office! Our new, vibrant space at the
Congratulations & Best Wishes to Staff Member, Dylan Craddock
The Cultural Office’s Program Manager of Creative Economy, Dylan Craddock, has been accepted to the prestigious London School of Economics’ Masters program in Local Economic Development. Her last full day on staff at the Cultural Office will be August 29th. Since June 2023, Dylan has
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'Periculo Felis'
Oct 18 - Oct 31
Sat, Oct 18 @ 10:00 am
Tue, Oct 21 @ 10:00 am
Wed, Oct 22 @ 10:00 am
Thu, Oct 23 @ 10:00 am
Fri, Oct 24 @ 10:00 am
Sat, Oct 25 @ 10:00 am
Tue, Oct 28 @ 10:00 am
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The Aspens Show
Oct 18 - Oct 31
Sat, Oct 18 @ 12:00 pm
Sun, Oct 19 @ 12:00 pm
Thu, Oct 23 @ 12:00 pm
Fri, Oct 24 @ 12:00 pm
Sat, Oct 25 @ 12:00 pm
Sun, Oct 26 @ 12:00 pm
Thu, Oct 30 @ 12:00 pm
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Ghost Stories of Old Manitou Walking Tours
Oct 18 - Oct 24
Sat, Oct 18 @ 5:30 pm
Fri, Oct 24 @ 5:30 pm

Dia de los Muertos
Oct 18 - Nov 02
Sat, Oct 18 @ 10:00 am
Sun, Oct 19 @ 10:00 am
Mon, Oct 20 @ 10:00 am
Tue, Oct 21 @ 10:00 am
Wed, Oct 22 @ 10:00 am
Thu, Oct 23 @ 10:00 am
Fri, Oct 24 @ 10:00 am
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'Creased'
Oct 18 - Nov 03
Sat, Oct 18 @ 10:00 am
Sun, Oct 19 @ 10:00 am
Mon, Oct 20 @ 10:00 am
Tue, Oct 21 @ 10:00 am
Wed, Oct 22 @ 10:00 am
Thu, Oct 23 @ 10:00 am
Fri, Oct 24 @ 10:00 am
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Pikes Peak Marathon 70th Anniversary
Oct 18 - Dec 31
Sat, Oct 18 @ 12:00 pm
Sun, Oct 19 @ 12:00 pm
Mon, Oct 20 @ 12:00 pm
Tue, Oct 21 @ 12:00 pm
Wed, Oct 22 @ 12:00 pm
Thu, Oct 23 @ 12:00 pm
Fri, Oct 24 @ 12:00 pm
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Guided Tour: "CREATE"ing in Colorado Springs
Oct 18 - Nov 29
Sat, Oct 18 @ 11:00 am
Tue, Oct 21 @ 1:30 pm
Sat, Oct 25 @ 11:00 am
Tue, Oct 28 @ 1:30 pm
Sat, Nov 1 @ 11:00 am
Tue, Nov 4 @ 1:30 pm
Sat, Nov 8 @ 11:00 am
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History Stroll: Law & Disorder + Signature Cocktail Experience
Oct 18 - Oct 25
Sat, Oct 18 @ 2:00 pm
Sat, Oct 25 @ 2:00 pm

Oct 18, 2025
Leonid & Friends
Presented by Pikes Peak Center for the Performing Arts at Pikes Peak Center for the Performing Arts Colorado Springs, CO
Leonid & Friends have blown the minds of legions of fans with their uncanny ability to capture the spirit, musicality, and fire of American supergroup Chicago. Leonid Vorobyev's goal was a studio project in dedication to Chicago under the motto “musicians for musicians”. Their first video went viral, but they really gained traction when Chicago itself published the video on its official website. They have since expanded their repertoire to include Earth Wind & Fire, Blood Sweat & Tears, Ides of March, Stevie Wonder, Steely Dan, Deep Purple, and new original material. This incredible 11-piece band now has over 1,000,000 followers across social media, an astonishing 250 million+ video views, and over 300 successful US shows under their belt. The future is only looking up for Leonid & Friends. 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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Oct 18, 2025 - Oct 19, 2025
Three Nights of Horror Film Festival
Presented by Independent Film Society of Colorado (IFSOC) at Ivywild School Colorado Springs, CO
Join us inside the creaky floors of the Ivywild School auditorium for multiple horror films, special guests, artists and giveaways! 10th annual Three Nights of Horror. Tickets and passes on sale now. Highlights include: Live piano by Mark Arnest to silent NOSFERATU (1922), an in-person Q&A with TERRIFIER 2 producer Steve "Uncle Creepy" Barton, talk-back film is the hilariously bad HORRORS OF SPIDER ISLAND (1960), original art from Phil Lear on display, door prizes from Beyond Killer Games, multiple short films, and ending the weekend will be the classic THE LOST BOYS. Buy a festival pass to get access to ALL films and you get a custom locally-made ceramic mug. Full film guide: https://horror.eventive.org/films NOSFERATU (1922) - live piano score NOSFERATU (2024) TERRIFER 2 (2022) - and stay afterwards for an on-stage Q&A with producer Steve "Uncle Creepy" Barton HORRORS OF SPIDER ISLAND (1960) - talk-back film THE ABOMINABLE DR. PHIBES (1971) DEMONS (1985) THEY LIVE (1988) THE LOST BOYS (1987) plus multiple independent short films! Tickets, festival passes, and ticket packages are on sale now: https://horror.eventive.org The first night, Friday Oct 17th, will be THE ROCKY HORROR PICTURE SHOW with two screenings. Tickets sold separately. 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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Oct 18, 2025 - Oct 31, 2025
'Periculo Felis'
Presented by Cottonwood Center for the Arts at Cottonwood Center for the Arts Colorado Springs, CO
Cats and people have coexisted for an estimated 12,000 years. There is no shortage of feline chicanery, mischief and hilarious misconduct documented throughout history, and for this call we asked artists to celebrate it to the point of aggrandization. Entries of all mediums and styles were accepted, as long as they saluted the cheeky delinquency of our feline companions in an intentional way. Photo credit: Jess Jones - Glitterbug Sponsored by Purple Mountain Group at Morgan Stanley. 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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Oct 18, 2025 - Oct 31, 2025
The Aspens Show
Presented by Laura Reilly Fine Art Gallery and Studio at Laura Reilly Studio Colorado Springs, CO
Leaves glitter and dance, the weather starts to slip into winter in chilly bursts as it always does and you look forward to hearing your feet crunch through fading foliage. Laura Reilly’s October show “The Aspens Show” captures both those feelings with crisp colors, familiar landscapes and tumbling clouds. Mountains stand tall while bristlecone pines flank the green-gold aspen. Creeks froth and burble as fallen leaves swirl in lazy eddies. Laura’s paintings will make your heart beat in the well-known rhythm of the High Country. “The Aspen Show” opens on First Friday Art Walk in Old Colorado City on October 3rd and continues through end of the month. 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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Oct 18, 2025 - Oct 24, 2025
Ghost Stories of Old Manitou Walking Tours
Presented by Manitou Springs Heritage Museum at Manitou Springs Heritage Museum Manitou Springs, CO
On these thrilling and chilling adventures suitable for all ages, Theatre d’Art performers act as “Spirit Guides” to the specters lurking in the heart of Manitou Springs. The tours take place rain or shine. 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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Oct 18, 2025 - Nov 01, 2025
"ART ART ART"
Presented by Bridge Gallery at Bridge Gallery Colorado Springs, CO
October is Arts Month and some of the most accomplished artists in the region are exhibiting their work in The Bridge Gallery and Commons Gallery. Media includes painting, drawing, ceramics, photography, mixed media. Invited artists showing work are Chris Alvarez, Calvin Armstrong, Dave Armstrong, Betty Atherton, Cole Bennett, Bill Burgess, Michael Cellan, Cyndi Deswik, John Gudvagen, Rui Haagen, Sandy Kinnee, John Lawson, Carl Reed, Orrin Robins, Ann Wardlow Rodgers, Roseburrow, Clyde Tullis, Diane Vallejo, Phil Vallejo, John Yust 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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Oct 18, 2025 - Oct 23, 2025
'Golden Serenity'
Presented by Anita Marie Fine Art at Anita Marie Fine Art Colorado Springs, CO
Anita Marie Fine Art is the premier fine art gallery in Colorado Springs, for exhibition and art classes. "Golden Serenity" is an exhibition unrivalled in quality for traditional fine art. Two renowned master artists, Richard Dahlquist and Chuck Mardosz, offer this collection of original oil paintings, on display, and a Virtual Gallery of many more. These exquisite paintings bring awe to anyone that views them. 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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Oct 18, 2025 - Nov 02, 2025
Dia de los Muertos
Presented by Green Horse Gallery at Green Horse Gallery Manitou Springs, CO
Green Horse Gallery in Manitou Springs will host a Dia de los Muertos-themed exhibit in October. Local artists have come together to celebrate the beautiful Mexican holiday that honors our loved ones who have passed. 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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Oct 18, 2025 - Nov 03, 2025
'Creased'
Presented by Commonwheel Artists Co-op at Commonwheel Artists Co-op Manitou Springs, CO
Creased is a group show featuring art made on and from paper. Featuring artwork by Amy Kerr, Paige Carley, Carrie Dunlap and Summit Scribes. 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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Oct 18, 2025 - Dec 31, 2025
Pikes Peak Marathon 70th Anniversary
Presented by Manitou Springs Heritage Museum at Manitou Springs Heritage Museum Manitou Springs, CO
Known as “America’s Ultimate Challenge” the Pikes Peak Marathon is a race like no other. With a 7,800-foot vertical climb, the course takes runners from Manitou Springs, Colorado, along Barr Trail to the summit of Pikes Peak at 14,115 feet —and back— for a total of 26.2 grueling mountain miles. For seven decades, dedicated runners have competed in this Ultimate Challenge, meaning that September 2025 marks the 70th anniversary of the Pikes Peak Marathon. In partnership with the Pikes Pike Marathon & Ascent organization, the Manitou Springs Heritage Museum is hosting “Pikes Peak Marathon 70th Anniversary,” an informative exhibit that will provide historical highlights of each decade as the race evolved and will feature some legendary runners throughout the years. 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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Oct 18, 2025 - Nov 29, 2025
Guided Tour: "CREATE"ing in Colorado Springs
Presented by Colorado Springs Pioneers Museum at Colorado Springs Pioneers Museum Colorado Springs, CO
Throughout its history, the Pikes Peak region has inspired creativity among the people who have called the area home. From the dramatic silent film performances of Lon Chaney to the contemporary beadwork of Southern Ute artist, Debra Box, guests are invited to explore the complexity, diversity, and uniqueness of the Pikes Peak region. While all guests are welcome, this tour is designed for an adult audience. 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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Oct 18, 2025 - Oct 25, 2025
History Stroll: Law & Disorder + Signature Cocktail Experience
Presented by Colorado Springs Pioneers Museum at The Mining Exchange Hotel Colorado Springs, CO
About The History Stroll On this half-mile guided stroll through downtown Colorado Springs, explore how Colorado Springs officials fought to remain a “dry town” in “wet times,” the captivating story of how the Colorado Springs Citizens Committee worked to run the KKK out of town in the 1920s, and an infamous murder case that would lead to a groundbreaking development in forensic science. This tour is presented in partnership with The Mining Exchange Hotel. At the conclusion of the tour, guests are invited to enjoy complimentary signature cocktail at the hotel’s Golden Hour Bar. 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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