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

Space Sharing for Creative Meetings/Classes
We believe that the Cultural Office should be, in many ways, a home and crossroads for the creative community. We designed the 1,000 sq. ft.

Creative Flight Plan Workshop
The Cultural Office has partnered with executive coach JB Bolton of Bolton Co. to offer a first-of-its-kind, in-depth workshop for creative leaders in the Pikes

Film Industry Networking Mixer
Mix and mingle with filmmakers, actors, and industry pros on Feb. 18, 6:30-9:30 p.m. at Windstar Studios! Join filmmakers, crew, and creatives from across the
LOCAL ARTS EVENTS






Palmer Lake Historical Society presents: Julie Haverluk "Silver Fox Farming in El Paso County, CO 1920s—1950s"
03-19-2026 - 03-19-2026
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Bransby Retrospective
Mar 12 - Mar 13
Thu, Feb 26 @ 8:00 am
Fri, Feb 27 @ 8:00 am
Mon, Mar 2 @ 8:00 am
Tue, Mar 3 @ 8:00 am
Wed, Mar 4 @ 8:00 am
Thu, Mar 5 @ 8:00 am
Fri, Mar 6 @ 8:00 am
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Impossible Things
Mar 05 - May 30
Sat, Feb 28 @ 7:00 pm
Thu, Mar 5 @ 7:00 pm
Fri, Mar 13 @ 7:00 pm
Sat, Mar 21 @ 7:00 pm
Thu, Mar 26 @ 7:00 pm
Fri, Apr 3 @ 7:00 pm
Sat, Apr 11 @ 7:00 pm
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Out of Our Minds: Magic and Mind Reading
Mar 07 - 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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Impossible Things
Mar 13 - May 30
Sat, Feb 28 @ 7:00 pm
Thu, Mar 5 @ 7:00 pm
Fri, Mar 13 @ 7:00 pm
Sat, Mar 21 @ 7:00 pm
Thu, Mar 26 @ 7:00 pm
Fri, Apr 3 @ 7:00 pm
Sat, Apr 11 @ 7:00 pm
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Free Improv Jam
Mar 12 - Mar 26
Thu, Feb 26 @ 7:30 pm
Thu, Mar 5 @ 7:30 pm
Thu, Mar 12 @ 7:30 pm
Thu, Mar 19 @ 7:30 pm
Free Improv Jam
Mar 05 - Mar 26
Thu, Feb 26 @ 7:30 pm
Thu, Mar 5 @ 7:30 pm
Thu, Mar 12 @ 7:30 pm
Thu, Mar 19 @ 7:30 pm
Free Improv Jam
Feb 26 - Mar 26
Thu, Feb 26 @ 7:30 pm
Thu, Mar 5 @ 7:30 pm
Thu, Mar 12 @ 7:30 pm
Thu, Mar 19 @ 7:30 pm
Clever Corvids - The Secret Lives of Crows and Their Cousins
Mar 15 - Mar 25
Tue, Mar 10 @ 10:00 am
Sun, Mar 15 @ 2:00 pm
Clever Corvids - The Secret Lives of Crows and Their Cousins
Mar 10 - Mar 25
Tue, Mar 10 @ 10:00 am
Sun, Mar 15 @ 2:00 pm
Mar 09, 2026
Colorado College Intro to Jazz Student Composition Exhibition
Presented by Colorado College Music Department at Colorado College: Packard Hall Colorado Springs, CO
Students in the Intro to Jazz course present their final compositions. 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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Mar 09, 2026
Good Terms - Highway to Hell Yeah Brother Tour
Presented by The Black Sheep at The Black Sheep Colorado Springs, CO
Good Terms released Burnout less than a year ago—a record that dismantled any preconceptions of who they are and what they sound like. The band dove headfirst into every unorthodox influence imaginable, putting every musical option back on the table. Burnout is anxious, hopeful, confused, angsty, joyous, loving, regretful, pissed, wistful, sincere, and cathartic. It juxtaposes moments that feel like the sonic recreation of the “dread meme” with others that feel like the triumphant ending of The Land Before Time. The album will have you clearing your sinuses from extreme levels of stank face, dusting off your old air guitar, wanting to do spin kicks in your living room, reconnecting with your younger self, and wishing you’d taken an extra bite of your crazy aunt’s special brownie. It’s mosh-ready, 420-friendly, and hell-yeah-brother approved. Then on a spring day this May, magic happened. Progress exploded onto the scene, landing heavy radio spins on SiriusXM, editorial playlisting across all major streaming platforms and quickly amassing 1M+ streams globally in just 4 months. “Progress” immediately grew to number 1 across all platforms and became the new staple and lost leader for Good Terms. “Progress” explores the emotional challenge of perseverance when on the brink of burnout. The song was inspired in part by vocalist Brian McShea and fiancée Stephanie Raynor, who lost their home earlier this year in the California wildfires. Their story captured national attention, and the outpouring of love and support reminded the couple—and their extended Good Terms family—of the importance…
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Mar 12, 2026 - Mar 13, 2026
Bransby Retrospective
Presented by Pikes Peak State College at Gallery at Studio West Colorado Springs, CO
A collection of artworks by local artists, Eric Bransby and Mary Ann Bransby, will be on display at the Pikes Peak State College Gallery at Studio West. 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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Mar 13, 2026
Darkwave Industrial Night
Presented by Sunshine Studios Live at Sunshine Studios Live Colorado Springs, CO
Where superstition meets salvation — a communion of shadow, sound, and sin with the music of Nine Inch Nails & Depeche Mode. Nails (Orange County, CA) unleashes a relentless tribute to Nine Inch Nails, resurrecting the tortured pulse of industrial rock with raw intensity, chaos, and catharsis. Expect crushing rhythms, searing emotion, and the heartbeat of the void. DM101 (Denver, CO) delivers a reverent yet shadowed tribute to Depeche Mode, preaching a dark gospel where faith, desire, and despair intertwine through hypnotic synths and timeless anthems. 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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Mar 05, 2026 - May 30, 2026
Impossible Things
Presented by Cosmo's Magic Theater at Cosmo's Magic Theater Colorado Springs, CO
Enjoy world-class sleight of hand right under your nose, performed by one of the world's top sleight of hand artists. After 20 years in Los Angeles and Las Vegas, native Coloradan Cosmo Solano returned home, opening "Cosmo's Magic Theater LLC" in 2017, to rave reviews! Enjoy a fun and elegant evening of comedy and magic, in a beautiful Victorian parlour setting. Enjoy light desserts and refreshments before the show. Spend a little time with the performer(s) before and after the show. Taking pictures is encouraged! The show is presented with a short intermission approximately half way through.
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Mar 07, 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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Mar 13, 2026 - May 30, 2026
Impossible Things
Presented by Cosmo's Magic Theater at Cosmo's Magic Theater Colorado Springs, CO
Enjoy world-class sleight of hand right under your nose, performed by one of the world's top sleight of hand artists. After 20 years in Los Angeles and Las Vegas, native Coloradan Cosmo Solano returned home, opening "Cosmo's Magic Theater LLC" in 2017, to rave reviews! Enjoy a fun and elegant evening of comedy and magic, in a beautiful Victorian parlour setting. Enjoy light desserts and refreshments before the show. Spend a little time with the performer(s) before and after the show. Taking pictures is encouraged! The show is presented with a short intermission approximately half way through.
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Mar 12, 2026 - Mar 26, 2026
Free Improv Jam
Presented by Stick Horses in Pants at Peak Improv Theater Colorado Springs, CO
Free Improv Jam – A Night of Spontaneous Fun for Everyone! Come laugh, play, and connect at our Free Improv Jam, an open and welcoming night of unscripted fun! Whether you're brand new to improv or a seasoned performer, this is your chance to jump onstage, try something new, and embrace the joy of saying “yes, and!” Each jam is filled with easy-to-follow games and playful prompts that make it simple to join in—no preparation or performance experience needed. Just bring your curiosity, your sense of humor, and a willingness to take creative risks in a safe, supportive space. You'll meet new people, stretch your imagination, and maybe even surprise yourself with how much fun you have. Run by experienced facilitators from Peak Improv Theater, our jams are designed to help you shake off the day, build confidence, and experience the magic of improv—no pressure, no judgment, just joyful play. You can participate as much or as little as you’d like, and you’re always welcome to watch and cheer others on. So come alone or bring a friend, and let’s turn Thursday night into your favorite night of the week. Free to attend. No sign-up required. Mature themes and language may occur. Every Thursday at 7:30 - 9:00 PM. 16+ 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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Mar 05, 2026 - Mar 26, 2026
Free Improv Jam
Presented by Stick Horses in Pants at Peak Improv Theater Colorado Springs, CO
Free Improv Jam – A Night of Spontaneous Fun for Everyone! Come laugh, play, and connect at our Free Improv Jam, an open and welcoming night of unscripted fun! Whether you're brand new to improv or a seasoned performer, this is your chance to jump onstage, try something new, and embrace the joy of saying “yes, and!” Each jam is filled with easy-to-follow games and playful prompts that make it simple to join in—no preparation or performance experience needed. Just bring your curiosity, your sense of humor, and a willingness to take creative risks in a safe, supportive space. You'll meet new people, stretch your imagination, and maybe even surprise yourself with how much fun you have. Run by experienced facilitators from Peak Improv Theater, our jams are designed to help you shake off the day, build confidence, and experience the magic of improv—no pressure, no judgment, just joyful play. You can participate as much or as little as you’d like, and you’re always welcome to watch and cheer others on. So come alone or bring a friend, and let’s turn Thursday night into your favorite night of the week. Free to attend. No sign-up required. Mature themes and language may occur. Every Thursday at 7:30 - 9:00 PM. 16+ 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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Feb 26, 2026 - Mar 26, 2026
Free Improv Jam
Presented by Stick Horses in Pants at Peak Improv Theater Colorado Springs, CO
Free Improv Jam – A Night of Spontaneous Fun for Everyone! Come laugh, play, and connect at our Free Improv Jam, an open and welcoming night of unscripted fun! Whether you're brand new to improv or a seasoned performer, this is your chance to jump onstage, try something new, and embrace the joy of saying “yes, and!” Each jam is filled with easy-to-follow games and playful prompts that make it simple to join in—no preparation or performance experience needed. Just bring your curiosity, your sense of humor, and a willingness to take creative risks in a safe, supportive space. You'll meet new people, stretch your imagination, and maybe even surprise yourself with how much fun you have. Run by experienced facilitators from Peak Improv Theater, our jams are designed to help you shake off the day, build confidence, and experience the magic of improv—no pressure, no judgment, just joyful play. You can participate as much or as little as you’d like, and you’re always welcome to watch and cheer others on. So come alone or bring a friend, and let’s turn Thursday night into your favorite night of the week. Free to attend. No sign-up required. Mature themes and language may occur. Every Thursday at 7:30 - 9:00 PM. 16+ 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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Mar 15, 2026 - Mar 25, 2026
Clever Corvids - The Secret Lives of Crows and Their Cousins
Presented by City of Colorado Springs Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services at Garden of the Gods Visitor and Nature Center Colorado Springs, CO
Are you smarter than a crow? Is your memory better than a blue jay? Come find out in this family-friendly program exploring the fascinating corvids of Colorado. Participants will have the chance to learn about the many corvids that live in the Garden and compete against them in problem solving competitions. This indoor program meets in the Red Rock Room on the second floor. Please note there are no live animals in this program. 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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Mar 10, 2026 - Mar 25, 2026
Clever Corvids - The Secret Lives of Crows and Their Cousins
Presented by City of Colorado Springs Parks, Recreation & Cultural Services at Garden of the Gods Visitor and Nature Center Colorado Springs, CO
Are you smarter than a crow? Is your memory better than a blue jay? Come find out in this family-friendly program exploring the fascinating corvids of Colorado. Participants will have the chance to learn about the many corvids that live in the Garden and compete against them in problem solving competitions. This indoor program meets in the Red Rock Room on the second floor. Please note there are no live animals in this program. 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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