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
Our Spacious Skies: Join the Conversation on the Arts with Regional Experts
Please join us for a free event featuring a panel discussion on the future of arts and culture in the
Artist Mixer with Featured Artist Jean Gumpper
Calling all artists, arts appreciators, and collectors! Join COPPR and Auric Gallery at the Cultural Office to spend time with
Neuromingle: Creative Connections
Thursday, August 13th | 5:30 PM- 7:00 PM Cultural Office of the Pikes Peak Region | 287 Fountain Blvd. #100.
Creatively Engaged: Arts Policy & Legislative Recap
Monday, July 13th | 10:00 AM- 11:00 AM with optional Q&A talkback session thru 11:30 AM Pikes Peak Library District’s
Inspired in Trinidad: Creativity Strengthening Community
COPPR at 2026 Creative Industries Summit The Cultural Office of the Pikes Peak Region was proud to join creative leaders,
Building Our Cultural Destination Through Strategic Storytelling
Alongside partners at Bee Vradenburg Foundation and Amy Triandiflou PR, the Cultural Office continues to build our cultural destination’s reputation
LOCAL ARTS EVENTS
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'Colorado Serenade'
Mar 30
Fri, Mar 6 @ 5:00 pm
Sat, Mar 7 @ 10:00 am
Sun, Mar 8 @ 10:00 am
Mon, Mar 9 @ 10:00 am
Tue, Mar 10 @ 10:00 am
Wed, Mar 11 @ 10:00 am
Thu, Mar 12 @ 10:00 am
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Tue, Mar 31 @ 7:30 pm
Colorado History Trivia Night
Mar 03 - Mar 31
Tue, Mar 3 @ 6:30 pm
Tue, Mar 10 @ 6:30 pm
Tue, Mar 24 @ 6:30 pm
Tue, Mar 31 @ 6:30 pm
Colorado History Trivia Night
Mar 10 - Mar 31
Tue, Mar 3 @ 6:30 pm
Tue, Mar 10 @ 6:30 pm
Tue, Mar 24 @ 6:30 pm
Tue, Mar 31 @ 6:30 pm
Colorado History Trivia Night
Mar 24 - Mar 31
Tue, Mar 3 @ 6:30 pm
Tue, Mar 10 @ 6:30 pm
Tue, Mar 24 @ 6:30 pm
Tue, Mar 31 @ 6:30 pm
Tue, Mar 3 @ 6:30 pm
Tue, Mar 10 @ 6:30 pm
Tue, Mar 24 @ 6:30 pm
Tue, Mar 31 @ 6:30 pm
Wed, Mar 4 @ 10:00 am
Tue, Mar 31 @ 1:00 pm
Fri, Apr 3 @ 5:00 pm
Mar 30, 2026
'Colorado Serenade'
Presented by Commonwheel Artists Co-op at Commonwheel Artists Co-op Manitou Springs, CO
Colorado Serenade In this exhibit, pastel artists express a beautiful symphony of harmony with colors and shapes, stylized by local artists who live here and love this land of purple mountain majesty. About Pikes Peak Pastel Society: Pikes Peak Pastel Society Artists enjoy capturing the distinguished, rugged beauty and splendor of the Rocky Mountain panorama in lush, vibrant pastel. About Commonwheel Artist's Co-op: Commonwheel Artists Co-op began in 1974, and is celebrating 51 years of promoting the arts in 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.
Get Tickets Mar 31, 2026
Gregorian: Pure Chants World Tour
Presented by Pikes Peak Center for the Performing Arts at Pikes Peak Center for the Performing Arts Colorado Springs, CO
For 25 years, Gregorian have thrilled millions of people worldwide with their choreographed shows and their ability to switch seamlessly from classical chorales to pop and rock songs. Their concerts have set new standards. With over 2,000 shows in 36 countries and more than 11 million albums sold, Gregorian are the most successful choir in the world. In Spring 2026, Gregorian will continue with their PURE CHANTS World Tour in the USA. Frank Peterson, the creator and producer of Gregorian says: “Our Pure Chants concerts bring the most popular GREGORIAN classics in an atmospheric and tranquil sound environment. Pure Chants concerts are extremely peaceful, yet spectacular and unite the audience with the most beautiful melodies in the world.” The idea for Gregorian was born when Frank Peterson visited the royal monastery of San Lorenzo de El Escorial in Spain in 1989. Wandering through the medieval monastery and castle complex and listening to contemporary music on his Walkman, he found the inspiration for the sound experiment of mixing ancient Gregorian music with modern music. Peterson first realized his idea with Michael Cretu and the worldwide sound phenomenon "Enigma". Their first album "MCMXC a.D." was released in 1990 and quickly became a worldwide success. "MCMXC a.D." was number 1 in 41 different countries and went 57 times platinum and 45 times gold. It is considered as the most successful German album of all time worldwide. This gigantic success paved the way for Gregorian to take the musical idea one step further and to…
Get Tickets Mar 03, 2026 - Mar 31, 2026
Colorado History Trivia Night
Presented by Old Colorado City Historical Society at Old Colorado City History Center Colorado Springs, CO
The Old Colorado City History Center is holds a series of fun trivia game nights in March. The event is free, and family friendly. You may come participate as an individual or come with a team of friends or family. Each night with have questions on different areas of history. 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.
Get Tickets Mar 10, 2026 - Mar 31, 2026
Colorado History Trivia Night
Presented by Old Colorado City Historical Society at Old Colorado City History Center Colorado Springs, CO
The Old Colorado City History Center is holds a series of fun trivia game nights in March. The event is free, and family friendly. You may come participate as an individual or come with a team of friends or family. Each night with have questions on different areas of history. 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.
Get Tickets Mar 24, 2026 - Mar 31, 2026
Colorado History Trivia Night
Presented by Old Colorado City Historical Society at Old Colorado City History Center Colorado Springs, CO
The Old Colorado City History Center is holds a series of fun trivia game nights in March. The event is free, and family friendly. You may come participate as an individual or come with a team of friends or family. Each night with have questions on different areas of history. 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.
Get Tickets Mar 31, 2026
Colorado History Trivia Night
Presented by Old Colorado City Historical Society at Old Colorado City History Center Colorado Springs, CO
The Old Colorado City History Center is holds a series of fun trivia game nights in March. The event is free, and family friendly. You may come participate as an individual or come with a team of friends or family. Each night with have questions on different areas of history. 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.
Get Tickets Mar 04, 2026 - Mar 31, 2026
History of the Garden of the Gods Hike
Presented by City of Colorado Springs Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services at Garden of the Gods Visitor and Nature Center Colorado Springs, CO
Step back in time with Park Guide Asya and explore the rich human history of Garden of the Gods! This guided hike covers approximately 2.5 miles along easy to moderate trails and will begin and end at the Garden of the Gods Visitor & Nature Center. Uncover the stories of the groups and individuals who shaped this iconic landscape and experience the park like never 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.
Get Tickets Mar 31, 2026
History of the Garden of the Gods Hike
Presented by City of Colorado Springs Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services at Garden of the Gods Visitor and Nature Center Colorado Springs, CO
Step back in time with Park Guide Asya and explore the rich human history of Garden of the Gods! This guided hike covers approximately 2.5 miles along easy to moderate trails and will begin and end at the Garden of the Gods Visitor & Nature Center. Uncover the stories of the groups and individuals who shaped this iconic landscape and experience the park like never 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.
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Apr 02, 2026
KMAX
Presented by Sunshine Studios Live at Sunshine Studios Live Colorado Springs, CO
Real music. Real energy. Real connection. Join KMAX for a live night of pop, hip-hop and Afrobeat that brings the whole room to life. Don’t miss the moment, be in it. 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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Apr 03, 2026
A Taylor Swift Dance Party
Presented by Phil Long Music Hall at Bourbon Brothers at Phil Long Music Hall at Bourbon Brothers Colorado Springs, CO
DOORS 7 PM | SHOW 8:30 PM 🌈💖 IT’S OFFICIAL, SWIFTIES! 💖🌈 Get ready to dance through all 12 eras at the T.S. Dance Party: Neon Party Tour 2026! 🎧 DJ Swiftie will be spinning your favorite Taylor hits all night long, with nonstop dancing, neon vibes, and plenty of friendship bracelets. 🪩 Grab your friends, dress in your favorite era, and let’s make the whole place shimmer! 💫
Get Tickets Apr 03, 2026
Diane Calkins and Rhonda Cearlock
Presented by Hunter-Wolff Gallery at Hunter-Wolff Gallery Colorado Springs, CO
First Friday ArtWalk Featuring Two Artists: Diane Calkins and Rhonda Cearlock Join Hunter-Wolff Gallery for First Friday ArtWalk featuring a special exhibit by jewelry designer Diane Calkins and creator of ceramic wall reliefs, Rhonda Cearlock. Two for the price of one! Learn how Diane fabricates wearable art jewelry using Argentium Sterling Silver and semi-precious gem stones and Rhonda makes colorful, textured clay art for your walls. April 3 from 5-8 pm. Support small business in Old Colorado City by purchasing one of a kind jewelry gifts for someone special or find something unusual for your home! Live music with David Tipton on the Chapman Stick. Free, no tickets needed. 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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Apr 03, 2026
Collective Groove Spring Dance Party!
Presented by Stargazers Theatre & Event Center at Stargazers Theatre & Event Center Colorado Springs, CO
Get ready to shake off winter and dance straight into spring with a high-energy night of funk, soul, and nonstop grooves! Collective Groove returns for an unforgettable Spring 2026 Dance Party, bringing their signature blend of funk, R&B, soul, and dance-floor favorites that keep the crowd moving from the first beat to the last encore. This band doesn’t just play music—they create a party, with infectious rhythms, powerhouse vocals, and a feel-good vibe that turns the room into one big celebration. Expect a packed dance floor, smiles everywhere, and the kind of night where you forget the week and just let the music take over. Whether you come with friends, a date, or just your best dance moves, this is the perfect excuse to dress up, let loose, and welcome spring in style. Great music. Great energy. Great company. Spring has officially found its groove—don’t miss it! 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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