The Colorado Springs area has 12 Christmas events for kids we could confirm for the 2026 season, from Community Caroling & Acacia Park Holiday Celebration in Colorado Springs on November 13 to Electric Safari in Colorado Springs, which runs through January 1. 6 of them are free, and every listing links straight to the host. It is one stop on our guide to Christmas events for kids in Colorado, part of our guide for every state.
The short version
- 12 kids’ Christmas events confirmed in Colorado Springs for 2026, in Colorado Springs, Fountain and Manitou Springs
- First: Community Caroling & Acacia Park Holiday Celebration, Colorado Springs, November 13. Runs latest: Electric Safari, Colorado Springs, through January 1
- Free: Community Caroling & Acacia Park Holiday Celebration, Holiday Character Stroll, The Christmas Stroll, Festival of Lights Family Fun Day, Festival of Lights Parade and Evening Holiday Stroll
- Checked on each host’s own page; each listing links straight to it
Below is every event we could confirm, grouped by city, with the date, time, cost and the small things parents ask about (sign-ups, ages, what is included). Looking for a Santa train instead? Those are on our Colorado Christmas train rides page.
Colorado Springs Christmas events for kids at a glance
- Kids’ Christmas events
- 12 confirmed for 2026
- Cities
- Colorado Springs, Fountain and Manitou Springs
- Season
- November 13, 2026 to January 1, 2027
- Free events
- 6
- Kinds of events
- Santa visit, tree lighting, holiday lights and holiday show
- Last checked
Plan your December
When each Colorado Springs Christmas event for kids happens
The first is Community Caroling & Acacia Park Holiday Celebration in Colorado Springs on November 13; the last runs to January 1. Each bar spans an event’s dates, not every hour in them, so check the host’s page for times.
- Community Caroling & Acacia Park Holiday CelebrationColorado Springs · Nov 13
- Holiday Character StrollColorado Springs · Nov 14
- Tree LightingFountain · Nov 20
- Santa & Tree LightingManitou Springs · Nov 25
- The Christmas StrollColorado Springs · Nov 28
- Photos with SantaColorado Springs · Nov 28 to Dec 20
- Bear Creek by CandlelightColorado Springs · Dec 4
- Electric SafariColorado Springs · Dec 4 to Jan 1
- Festival of Lights Family Fun DayColorado Springs · Dec 5
- Festival of Lights ParadeColorado Springs · Dec 5
- Evening Holiday StrollColorado Springs · Dec 9
- Nature Hikes with SantaFountain · Dec 12
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Christmas events for kids in Colorado Springs
9 confirmed events for kids in Colorado Springs, soonest first.
Colorado Springs: Community Caroling & Acacia Park Holiday Celebration
Tree lightingFreeDowntown Partnership of Colorado Springs · Colorado Springs
- Host
- Downtown Partnership of Colorado Springs (opens in a new tab)
- Where
- Acacia Park, 115 E Platte Ave, Colorado Springs, CO 80903
- When
- Friday, November 13, 2026, 5 to 7 pm
- Cost
- Free (ice skating admission extra)
- Confirmed
- On the host’s page, checked
The evening starts with a community caroling singalong led by the Soli Deo Gloria Choir at the Acacia Park bandshell from 5 to 5:45 pm. The annual Acacia Park Holiday Celebration and Tree Lighting follows at 6 pm, when city officials, sponsors and special guests welcome the holiday season downtown, and the organizers hint that Santa may be there.
The celebration is free and open to the public. If your family wants to stay, the Acacia Park ice rink holds a public skate session from 5 to 7 pm, which requires paid admission. It is a short, cheerful evening that works well for kids who like to sing along.
Parent tip: Caroling starts at 5 pm and the tree lights at 6 pm; skating at the rink next door costs extra.
See dates and details from Downtown Partnership of Colorado Springs (opens in a new tab)Colorado Springs: Holiday Character Stroll
Santa visitFreeDowntown Partnership of Colorado Springs · Colorado Springs
- Host
- Downtown Partnership of Colorado Springs (opens in a new tab)
- Where
- Acacia Park and Downtown Colorado Springs, 115 E Platte Ave, Colorado Springs, CO 80903
- When
- Saturday, November 14, 2026, 11 am to 3 pm
- Cost
- Free
- Confirmed
- On the host’s page, checked
Santa, the Grinch, Buddy the Elf, Elsa and Anna gather in Acacia Park for photos from 11 am to 1 pm. The photo window was extended from prior years, and organizers ask families to be in line by 12:45 pm. At 1 pm the characters head out to stroll Tejon and Bijou streets and pop into downtown shops until 3 pm, so you can still catch them for extra photos.
Colorado Brass and carolers from the Soli Deo Gloria Choir provide a holiday soundtrack. The Downtown Holiday Coupon Book is handed out in the park from 11 am to 1 pm. The event is free.
Parent tip: Get in the photo line in Acacia Park by 12:45 pm; after 1 pm the characters are on the move downtown.
See dates and details from Downtown Partnership of Colorado Springs (opens in a new tab)Colorado Springs: Photos with Santa
Santa visitOld Colorado City Partnership (Shop Old Colorado City) · Colorado Springs
- Host
- Old Colorado City Partnership (Shop Old Colorado City) (opens in a new tab)
- Where
- Bancroft Park Cabin, 2408 W Colorado Ave, Colorado Springs, CO 80904
- When
- Sat November 28 (noon to 8 pm), Sun November 29 (noon to 4 pm), Sat December 5 (noon to 4 pm), Sun December 6 (noon to 4 pm), Sat December 12 (noon to 4 pm), Sun December 13 (noon to 4 pm), Sat December 19 (noon to 4 pm) and Sun December 20 (noon to 4 pm), 2026
- Cost
- Check the host's page
- Confirmed
- On the host’s page, checked
Santa settles into his cabin in Bancroft Park on West Colorado Avenue for weekend visits in Old Colorado City. The neighborhood invites the whole family for photos with Santa, who greets visitors with Christmas cheer every Saturday and Sunday from Thanksgiving weekend through the Sunday before Christmas.
On the opening Saturday, November 28, Santa stays from noon to 8 pm during the Christmas Stroll. Other weekend visits run from noon to 4 pm. Old Colorado City has small shops and restaurants along the avenue, so a cabin visit pairs easily with lunch or a browse. The calendar does not list a price for the photos.
Parent tip: Hours are noon to 4 pm except the Christmas Stroll Saturday, when Santa stays until 8 pm.
See dates and details from Old Colorado City Partnership (Shop Old Colorado City) (opens in a new tab)Colorado Springs: The Christmas Stroll
Santa visitFreeOld Colorado City Partnership (Shop Old Colorado City) · Colorado Springs
- Host
- Old Colorado City Partnership (Shop Old Colorado City) (opens in a new tab)
- Where
- Old Colorado City and Bancroft Park, 2408 W Colorado Ave, Colorado Springs, CO 80904
- When
- Saturday, November 28, 2026, 4 to 7 pm
- Cost
- Free to attend
- Confirmed
- On the host’s page, checked
Old Colorado City's Christmas Stroll fills Bancroft Park and West Colorado Avenue with holiday fun. In the park, families can meet live reindeer and warm up at fire pits with hot cocoa from 4 to 7 pm, and Santa poses for photos at his cabin from noon to 8 pm.
Along the avenue, Dickens carolers stroll with songs and live holiday skits, street musicians play and costumed characters wander among the shops, which offer sales, giveaways and gifts all day. Parking is free. The neighborhood's email newsletter shares an event map ahead of time if you want to plan your route.
Parent tip: Reindeer and fire pits run 4 to 7 pm in Bancroft Park; parking is free.
See dates and details from Old Colorado City Partnership (Shop Old Colorado City) (opens in a new tab)Colorado Springs: Bear Creek by Candlelight
Holiday lightsEl Paso County Nature Centers · Colorado Springs
- Host
- El Paso County Nature Centers (opens in a new tab)
- Where
- Bear Creek Nature Center, 245 Bear Creek Rd, Colorado Springs, CO 80906
- When
- Friday, December 4, 2026, 5 pm
- Cost
- Pre-registration and pre-payment required for most programs (price not listed)
- Sign-up
- Required ahead of time
- Confirmed
- On the host’s page, checked
Bear Creek by Candlelight is one of the signature yearly events at Bear Creek Nature Center on the west side of Colorado Springs, and El Paso County lists it on its 2026 special events schedule for Friday, December 4, starting at 5 pm. The county highlights it, along with Fountain Creek Family Fun Day, as a standout event at its nature centers.
The county advises that pre-registration and pre-payment are required for most programs and that space may be limited. Refunds are issued only if the nature center cancels, and weather can lead staff to reschedule. Check the county's registration system for time slots and fees before you go.
Parent tip: Look for time slots in the county's online registration system; bring warm layers for an evening outdoors.
See dates and details from El Paso County Nature Centers (opens in a new tab)Colorado Springs: Electric Safari
Holiday lightsCheyenne Mountain Zoo · Colorado Springs
- Host
- Cheyenne Mountain Zoo (opens in a new tab)
- Where
- Cheyenne Mountain Zoo, 4250 Cheyenne Mountain Zoo Rd, Colorado Springs, CO 80906
- When
- Friday, December 4, 2026 to Friday, January 1, 2027 (nightly except Dec 24; member early entry 4 pm; Santa nightly 4 to 8:30 pm through Dec 23), 5 to 8:30 pm
- Cost
- Child (3 to 11) $15.75 to $20.75, adult $19.75 to $24.75, ages 2 and under 75 cents; members free
- Ages
- All ages
- Sign-up
- Required ahead of time
- Confirmed
- On the host’s page, checked
Electric Safari celebrates its 35th year at Cheyenne Mountain Zoo, with more than 85 one-of-a-kind light sculptures, larger-than-life illuminated inflatable animals for photos, and a centennial drone show at about 7:30 pm, weather permitting. Select animal exhibits stay open, and families can add giraffe and budgie feeding, the Sky Ride or the carousel for small extra fees. Hot cocoa is sold throughout the zoo.
Santa visits the Safari Lodge in African Rift Valley nightly from 4 to 8:30 pm through Tuesday, December 23, for photos and wish lists. General admission runs 5 to 7:30 pm with the event ending at 8:30 pm, and members get an early entry hour from 4 to 5 pm. Advance timed tickets are required with no walk-ups, and weeknights Monday to Thursday cost $5 less than peak nights.
Parent tip: Buy timed tickets in advance, since there are no walk-up sales and peak nights can sell out. Visiting Monday to Thursday saves $5 per ticket.
See dates and details from Cheyenne Mountain Zoo (opens in a new tab)Colorado Springs: Festival of Lights Family Fun Day
Holiday showFreeColorado Springs Pioneers Museum · Colorado Springs
- Host
- Colorado Springs Pioneers Museum (opens in a new tab)
- Where
- Colorado Springs Pioneers Museum, 215 S. Tejon St., Colorado Springs, CO 80903
- When
- Saturday, December 5, 2026, 10 am to 2 pm
- Cost
- Free
- Ages
- Families
- Confirmed
- On the host’s page, checked
The Colorado Springs Pioneers Museum hosts its annual free Festival of Lights Family Fun Day on the morning of the downtown parade. From 10 am to 2 pm, families can enjoy musical performances, creative crafts, face painting and other family-friendly activities inside the historic museum on Tejon Street.
As evening approaches, the museum serves hot chocolate and cookies right outside its entrance starting at 6 pm, which is handy for families staking out a spot for the Festival of Lights Parade. The museum calls the event a beloved tradition that has been part of the Pikes Peak region for more than 40 years.
Parent tip: Pair it with the evening parade; cocoa and cookies are served outside the museum from 6 pm.
See dates and details from Colorado Springs Pioneers Museum (opens in a new tab)Colorado Springs: Festival of Lights Parade
Holiday paradeFreeDowntown Partnership of Colorado Springs · Colorado Springs
- Host
- Downtown Partnership of Colorado Springs (opens in a new tab)
- Where
- Tejon Street, Downtown Colorado Springs, Tejon St, Colorado Springs, CO 80903
- When
- Saturday, December 5, 2026, 5:50 to 8 pm
- Cost
- Free to watch
- Confirmed
- On the host’s page, checked
The Festival of Lights Parade is one of the most beloved holiday traditions in the Pikes Peak region. Nearly 100 entries, each covered in lights and decorations, travel down Tejon Street in downtown Colorado Springs, and the event draws tens of thousands of spectators each December.
The parade starts at 5:50 pm and runs until about 8 pm. Watching from the curb is free. Because crowds are large, families with small children may want to arrive early to claim a spot, and the Pioneers Museum on Tejon serves hot chocolate and cookies outside from 6 pm that same evening.
Parent tip: Crowds are large; come early for a curbside spot and dress for a cold December evening.
See dates and details from Downtown Partnership of Colorado Springs (opens in a new tab)Colorado Springs: Evening Holiday Stroll
Holiday lightsFreeDowntown Partnership of Colorado Springs · Colorado Springs
- Host
- Downtown Partnership of Colorado Springs (opens in a new tab)
- Where
- Tejon and Bijou streets, Downtown Colorado Springs, Tejon St between Kiowa and Boulder, Colorado Springs, CO 80903
- When
- Wednesday, December 9, 2026, 5 to 8 pm
- Cost
- Free
- Confirmed
- On the host’s page, checked
Downtown shops stay open late for the Evening Holiday Stroll, and Santa and the Grinch join the crowds. The stroll covers Tejon Street between Kiowa and Boulder streets and Bijou Street between Cascade and Nevada avenues, under the downtown holiday lights.
Colorado Brass and carolers from the Soli Deo Gloria Choir provide music through the evening. For families, the draw is spotting Santa and the Grinch as they wander in and out of shops, so kids can say hello and grab a photo while parents tick off a few gifts. The stroll is free to attend, and shops offer one-night specials.
Parent tip: Santa and the Grinch move around, so walk the Tejon and Bijou blocks to find them.
See dates and details from Downtown Partnership of Colorado Springs (opens in a new tab)Christmas events for kids in Fountain
2 confirmed events for kids in Fountain, soonest first.
Fountain: Tree Lighting
Tree lightingCity of Fountain · Fountain
- Host
- City of Fountain (opens in a new tab)
- Where
- City of Fountain (location per city announcement), 116 S Main St, Fountain, CO 80817 (near Colorado Springs)
- When
- Friday, November 20, 2026, 6 to 7 pm
- Cost
- Check the host's page
- Confirmed
- On the host’s page, checked
The City of Fountain lists its annual Tree Lighting on the 2026 Annual Events List, set for Friday, November 20, from 6 to 7 pm. It is one of the city's yearly community gatherings, alongside events such as the Fall Festival and Trunk-or-Treat, and it gives south El Paso County families a close-to-home way to start the season.
The city calendar gives only the date and time. The address shown here is Fountain City Hall, used as a reference point, so check the city's website or social media for the exact location and any activities before you head out. The same list shows Miracle on Main Street on Saturday, December 12.
Parent tip: The city list gives date and time only; confirm the exact spot with the City of Fountain before going.
See dates and details from City of Fountain (opens in a new tab)Fountain: Nature Hikes with Santa
Santa visitEl Paso County Nature Centers · Fountain
- Host
- El Paso County Nature Centers (opens in a new tab)
- Where
- Fountain Creek Nature Center, 320 Pepper Grass Lane, Fountain, CO 80817 (near Colorado Springs)
- When
- Saturday, December 12, 2026, 10 am to 2:30 pm
- Cost
- Pre-registration and pre-payment required (price not listed)
- Sign-up
- Required ahead of time
- Confirmed
- On the host’s page, checked
Fountain Creek Nature Center, run by El Paso County Parks, hosts Nature Hikes with Santa on Saturday, December 12, with a morning session from 10 to 11:30 am and an afternoon session from 1 to 2:30 pm. The nature center sits along Fountain Creek in Fountain, with trails through the creek corridor.
The county notes that pre-registration and pre-payment are required for most nature center programs and that space may be limited. Refunds are given only if the nature center cancels, and staff may reschedule or cancel for severe or dangerous weather. Registration runs through the county's online recreation system, linked from the special events page.
Parent tip: Register and pay ahead through the county's online system; dress for a December walk outdoors.
See dates and details from El Paso County Nature Centers (opens in a new tab)Christmas events for kids in Manitou Springs
1 confirmed event for kids in Manitou Springs, soonest first.
Manitou Springs: Santa & Tree Lighting
Tree lightingManitou Springs Chamber of Commerce · Manitou Springs
- Host
- Manitou Springs Chamber of Commerce (opens in a new tab)
- Where
- Wheeler Town Clock, Manitou Ave and Canon Ave, Manitou Springs, CO 80829 (near Colorado Springs)
- When
- Wednesday, November 25, 2026, 5 to 7 pm
- Cost
- Check the host's page
- Confirmed
- On the host’s page, checked
Manitou Springs opens its holiday season with a Christmas tree lighting at the Wheeler Town Clock downtown, with Santa Claus joining the celebration from 5 to 7 pm. The chamber describes the town as a magical old-time Christmas town from late November to early January.
The same day, the Town Clock mailbox starts accepting letters to Santa. Kids can drop off a letter with a return address through mid December, and letter forms to fill out and color are available at the Visitors Center at 354 Manitou Ave. Holiday window displays along the avenue are part of an annual decorating contest, so it is worth a short walk after the lighting.
Parent tip: Bring a letter to Santa with your return address to drop in the Town Clock mailbox.
See dates and details from Manitou Springs Chamber of Commerce (opens in a new tab)Looking further afield? Our Colorado Christmas events for kids guide lists every confirmed event in the state, and we have city guides for Denver. The national search sorts every event by distance from your town.
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What Christmas events for kids are in Colorado Springs in 2026?
We confirmed 12 Christmas events for kids in Colorado Springs for 2026 on each host’s own page: Community Caroling & Acacia Park Holiday Celebration in Colorado Springs (November 13), Holiday Character Stroll in Colorado Springs (November 14), Tree Lighting in Fountain (November 20), Santa & Tree Lighting in Manitou Springs (November 25), Photos with Santa in Colorado Springs (November 28), The Christmas Stroll in Colorado Springs (November 28), Bear Creek by Candlelight in Colorado Springs (December 4), Electric Safari in Colorado Springs (December 4), Festival of Lights Family Fun Day in Colorado Springs (December 5), Festival of Lights Parade in Colorado Springs (December 5), Evening Holiday Stroll in Colorado Springs (December 9) and Nature Hikes with Santa in Fountain (December 12). Every one is listed below with times, cost and a link to the host.
What Christmas events for kids are in Colorado Springs, Colorado?
For families in and around Colorado Springs, the confirmed Christmas events for kids this season are: Community Caroling & Acacia Park Holiday Celebration (Fri, Nov 13, 5 to 7 pm, free (ice skating admission extra)); Holiday Character Stroll (Sat, Nov 14, 11 am to 3 pm, free); Photos with Santa (Sat and Sun, Nov 28 to Dec 20, noon to 4 pm (Nov 28 until 8 pm), see the host for cost); The Christmas Stroll (Sat, Nov 28, 4 to 7 pm (Santa photos noon to 8 pm), free to attend); Bear Creek by Candlelight (Fri, Dec 4, from 5 pm, pre-registration and pre-payment required for most programs (price not listed)); Electric Safari (Nightly, Dec 4 to Jan 1 (closed Dec 24); Santa through Dec 23, child (3 to 11) $15.75 to $20.75, adult $19.75 to $24.75, ages 2 and under 75 cents; members free); Festival of Lights Family Fun Day (Sat, Dec 5, 10 am to 2 pm (cocoa from 6 pm), free); Festival of Lights Parade (Sat, Dec 5, 5:50 to 8 pm, free to watch); Evening Holiday Stroll (Wed, Dec 9, 5 to 8 pm, free). Details and the host’s link for each are in the Colorado Springs section of this page.
What Christmas events for kids are in Fountain, Colorado?
For families in and around Fountain, the confirmed Christmas events for kids this season are: Tree Lighting (Fri, Nov 20, 6 to 7 pm, see the host for cost); Nature Hikes with Santa (Sat, Dec 12, 10 to 11:30 am or 1 to 2:30 pm, pre-registration and pre-payment required (price not listed)). Details and the host’s link for each are in the Fountain section of this page.
What Christmas events for kids are in Manitou Springs, Colorado?
For families in and around Manitou Springs, the confirmed Christmas events for kids this season are: Santa & Tree Lighting (Wed, Nov 25, 5 to 7 pm, see the host for cost). Details and the host’s link for each are in the Manitou Springs section of this page.
Are there free Christmas events for kids in Colorado Springs?
Yes. 6 of the 12 events here are free: Community Caroling & Acacia Park Holiday Celebration in Colorado Springs, Holiday Character Stroll in Colorado Springs, The Christmas Stroll in Colorado Springs, Festival of Lights Family Fun Day in Colorado Springs, Festival of Lights Parade in Colorado Springs and Evening Holiday Stroll in Colorado Springs. Some free events still ask you to register, so check each listing.
Where can kids see Santa in Colorado Springs this December?
Santa appears at Community Caroling & Acacia Park Holiday Celebration in Colorado Springs (November 13), Holiday Character Stroll in Colorado Springs (November 14), Santa & Tree Lighting in Manitou Springs (November 25), Photos with Santa in Colorado Springs (November 28), The Christmas Stroll in Colorado Springs (November 28), Electric Safari in Colorado Springs (December 4), Evening Holiday Stroll in Colorado Springs (December 9) and Nature Hikes with Santa in Fountain (December 12). Times and booking rules are in each event’s listing above.
Are there kids' Christmas events in Colorado Springs on Christmas Eve or after Christmas?
Yes: Electric Safari in Colorado Springs (through January 1).
How much is Community Caroling & Acacia Park Holiday Celebration in Colorado Springs?
Free (ice skating admission extra). Community Caroling & Acacia Park Holiday Celebration is on Friday, November 13, 2026, 5 to 7 pm at Acacia Park. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.
How much is Holiday Character Stroll in Colorado Springs?
Free. Holiday Character Stroll is on Saturday, November 14, 2026, 11 am to 3 pm at Acacia Park and Downtown Colorado Springs. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.
When is Tree Lighting in Fountain in 2026?
Friday, November 20, 2026, 6 to 7 pm, at City of Fountain (location per city announcement). The host has not posted a price on its page, so check there before you go.
When is Santa & Tree Lighting in Manitou Springs in 2026?
Wednesday, November 25, 2026, 5 to 7 pm, at Wheeler Town Clock. The host has not posted a price on its page, so check there before you go.
When is Photos with Santa in Colorado Springs in 2026?
Sat November 28 (noon to 8 pm), Sun November 29 (noon to 4 pm), Sat December 5 (noon to 4 pm), Sun December 6 (noon to 4 pm), Sat December 12 (noon to 4 pm), Sun December 13 (noon to 4 pm), Sat December 19 (noon to 4 pm) and Sun December 20 (noon to 4 pm), 2026, at Bancroft Park Cabin. The host has not posted a price on its page, so check there before you go.
How much is The Christmas Stroll in Colorado Springs?
Free to attend. The Christmas Stroll is on Saturday, November 28, 2026, 4 to 7 pm at Old Colorado City and Bancroft Park. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.
How much is Bear Creek by Candlelight in Colorado Springs?
Pre-registration and pre-payment required for most programs (price not listed). Bear Creek by Candlelight is on Friday, December 4, 2026, 5 pm at Bear Creek Nature Center. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.
How much is Electric Safari in Colorado Springs?
Child (3 to 11) $15.75 to $20.75, adult $19.75 to $24.75, ages 2 and under 75 cents; members free. Electric Safari is on Friday, December 4, 2026 to Friday, January 1, 2027 (nightly except Dec 24; member early entry 4 pm; Santa nightly 4 to 8:30 pm through Dec 23), 5 to 8:30 pm at Cheyenne Mountain Zoo. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.
How much is Festival of Lights Family Fun Day in Colorado Springs?
Free. Festival of Lights Family Fun Day is on Saturday, December 5, 2026, 10 am to 2 pm at Colorado Springs Pioneers Museum. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.
How much is Festival of Lights Parade in Colorado Springs?
Free to watch. Festival of Lights Parade is on Saturday, December 5, 2026, 5:50 to 8 pm at Tejon Street, Downtown Colorado Springs. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.
How much is Evening Holiday Stroll in Colorado Springs?
Free. Evening Holiday Stroll is on Wednesday, December 9, 2026, 5 to 8 pm at Tejon and Bijou streets, Downtown Colorado Springs. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.
How much is Nature Hikes with Santa in Fountain?
Pre-registration and pre-payment required (price not listed). Nature Hikes with Santa is on Saturday, December 12, 2026, 10 am to 2:30 pm at Fountain Creek Nature Center. Confirm on the host’s page before you go.
Are there Christmas train rides for kids in Colorado Springs?
Yes, but they have their own guide. Santa trains and holiday train rides are listed in our Colorado Springs Christmas train rides guide, so this page sticks to story times, Santa visits and other events off the rails.
How do you confirm these events?
We list an event only after we find this season’s date on the host’s own website or an official city or tourism calendar. We last checked every listing on November 2, 2026. Hosts change details, so always confirm on the host’s page before you go.
Event names belong to their hosts. Rally Takes the Train is a family picture book and is not affiliated with, sponsored by or endorsed by any host listed here. Confirm dates, times and prices on each host’s own site before you go.
