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Around Town: Polar Plunge and Carnivale Parade

Posted at 5:33 PM, Feb 19, 2020
and last updated 2020-02-22 10:35:46-05

Looking for something to do this weekend? The News5 team has come up with a list of events that you should check out in Southern Colorado.

Pueblo Polar Plunge
What: Each year, the Polar Plunge challenges thousands of brave jumpers at numerous locations around the state. It’s a great way for everyone, individuals, organizations and businesses, to get involved in supporting Special Olympics Colorado. All funds raised go towards programming and events for athletes statewide.
When: February 22
Where: Pueblo Reservoir
Time: 9 a.m. Registration
11 a.m. Plunge
For more information, click here.

2020 Manitou Springs Carnivale Parade
What: It's a tradition in Manitou Springs to march down Manitou Avenue and celebrate Mardi Gras in true fun and funky color that Manitou is known for!
When: February 22
Where: Memorial Park, Manitou Springs
Time: 1 p.m.
For more information, click here.

Mozart And Tchaikovsky
What: The Colorado Springs Philharmonic performs works of two of the most revered composers, Mozart and Tchaikovsky.
When: February 22 at 7:30 p.m.
February 23 at 2:30 p.m.
Where: Pikes Peak Center for the Performing Arts
Cost: Varies, for more ticket information, click here.

BEAUTIFUL: The Carole King Musical
What: BEAUTIFUL tells the inspiring true story of Carole King’s remarkable rise to stardom, from being part of a hit songwriting team with her husband Gerry Goffin, to her relationship with fellow writers and best friends Cynthia Weil and Barry Mann, ultimately becoming one of the most successful solo acts in popular music history
When: February 25 at 7:30 p.m.
February 26 at 7:30 p.m.
Where: Pikes Peak Center for the Performing Arts
Cost: Varies, for more ticket information,click here.

7th Annual Multi Cultural Black History Program
What: The 7th Annual Multi Cultural Black History Program will be Honoring Black History through music, dance, poetry, fashion, reenactment and tributes!
When: February 23
Time: 4 p.m. until 6 p.m.
Where: 10 South Parkside Drive in Colorado Springs
For more information, click here.

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