EL PASO COUNTY, Colo. (KOAA) — Each week, News5 compiles a list of events happening across Colorado. From the Manitou Christmas Parade to Skate in the Park, there's plenty of festive fun happening this weekend!
Manitou Christmas Parade
Manitou Springs will be celebrating the holiday season at this year's Manitou Christmas Parade! It'll be at 6 p.m. Sunday along Manitou Avenue from Ruxton Avenue to El Paso Boulevard. You are asked to bring an unwrapped toy for Toys for Tots. News5 will be there! Be sure to stop by and say hi! More information here.
Skate in the Park
The ice rink at Acacia Park in Downtown Colorado Springs is back! "Skate in the Park" sessions this weekend will be on Friday from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. and 7 p.m. to 9 a.m., Saturday from 10 a.m. to 12 p.m., 1 p.m. to 3 p.m., 4 p.m. to 6 p.m., and 7 p.m. to 9 p.m., and 1 p.m. to 3 p.m., 4 p.m. to 6 p.m., 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. on Sunday. Tickets to skate are $15 for adults. More information here.
Strolling Christmas Brass
For the past three decades, every holiday season has been highlighted with the bright, uplifting tones of this strolling, Christmas brass band! Strolling Christmas Brass will be performing on Tejon Street on Saturday and in Downtown Manitou Springs on Sunday. Both performances will be from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. and they're free to attend! More information here.
Festival of Lights Parade
One of the most beloved holiday traditions is happening this weekend in Downtown Colorado Springs! The 41st annual Festival of Lights Parade is happening Saturday at 5:50 p.m. along Tejon Street. The parade will have around 100 floats, charming characters, lights, holiday music and more! More information here.
Electric Safari
The Cheyenne Mountain Zoo's Electric Safari starts this weekend! From Friday until New Year's Day (excluding Christmas Eve) from 5:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., you can see more than 85 one-of-a-kind light sculptures. Tickets for non-member adults are $24, and you must buy them in advance. More information here.
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