Taking a staycation this year, or entertaining relatives? Colorado Springs, at the foot of America’s mountain – Pikes Peak – offers many FREE attractions. Here is a sampler: Garden of the Gods. A city park worthy of national recognition, its stunning red sandstone eruptions, spires and hogbacks make a scenic setting for a leisurely stroll. […]
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Springs Has Lots of Cheap Attractions — Big Bang for Your Buck
Colorado Springs has many free attractions – including its pervasive natural beauty and bounty of parks. You can hike, bike, climb rocks and enjoy scenic drives. But it also has some attractions that are cheap for what you get. Included are: The Money Museum: Founded by the American Numismatic Association, the Money Museum is one […]
Leadville Has Many Things to Do for Under $10 — and Many Free
The Picture Show’s a Real Bargain for Movie-Going Families
Let’s face it. Taking the kids to the movies, with treats, has gotten to be a pricey proposition. But there’s hope. Have you tried The Picture Show? Located at the Citadel Crossing on Academy Boulevard just south of Galley Road, this theater isn’t fancy, but it sure is affordable. Admission is just $1.75 per person […]
Summer Vacation Requires Creative Ideas to Keep Kids Busy
Summer Vacation. The term can instill dread in the minds of the parents of school-age children everywhere. Three months in a row with no school. What can you possibly do to prevent hearing “I’m bored” over and over again? Search no more. We’ve rounded up 21 ideas — simple crafts, fun games and yummy recipes — that your kiddos can do to […]
Check Out the New Library 21c, Now Open
We all know the library card is the most valuable card in our wallet. And now, it gets even better. The Pikes Peak Library District’s new Library 21c is now open. It doubles the library district’s public space and has everything from a teen center and large children’s area to creative spaces and even a […]
Military Families Get Free Annual Pass to National Parks
Active-duty military personnel and their dependents can receive an America the Beautiful National Parks and Federal Recreation Lands Annual Pass for FREE (an $80 value). The pass grants them access to more than 2,000 national parks, wildlife refuges and other public lands. In partnership with many U.S. government agencies, the program is part of the […]
Snag a Copy of Free Visitors’ Guide to Pikes Peak Region
If you have family or friends coming to visit this summer, you need to grab a copy of the new visitors’ guide to the Pikes Peak region. Your FREE copy is just a click away — in fact, CLICK HERE. The guide outlines local attractions, gives you current prices on admission (some are FREE) and other […]
