Family-Friendly Easter Activities in Colorado Springs

Easter is just right around the corner. There are many fun events that you and your family can enjoy this year from visiting the Easter Bunny to exploring castles! The Platinum Group, RELATORS has all the information you need to know to enjoy Easter with your family in Colorado Springs.

Visit The Easter Bunny

Watch the kids' eyes light up when they meet the Easter Bunny! He'll be hopping all over Colorado Springs, so find out where he'll be below:

Chapel Hills Mall
When: Now through April 15
Visiting Hours: Monday through Saturday from 10:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Outlets at Castle Rock
When: Now through April 15
Visiting Hours: Monday through Saturday from 11:00 AM - 7:00 PM (carrot break from 2:00 - 3:00 PM)

Easter Castle Tour

This Easter, spend some time with your family and experience some Colorado history at The Glen Eyrie Castle with an EXCLUSIVE tour. Step back in time and learn about the rich heritage of General Palmer, Colorado Springs founder, and the deep spiritual legacy of The Navigators. What makes this tour so special is the fact that every room in the castle will be available for viewing, and all four floors of The Castle will be open to explore with your tour guide. Don't miss this one-day opportunity to have an engaging, fun and meaningful time with friends and family.

When: April 17
Tour Times: 9:00 AM, 10:00 AM, 11:00 AM, Noon and 1:00 PM
Price: $9 per person; Children 5 & under are FREE

Bear Creek Nature Center

Join in on the chocolate bunny walk and egg hunt at the Bear Creek Nature Center. Meet a live rabbit and learn everything about them via a fun interactive slide show. Join the Bunny Guide as you hike to search for goody-filled eggs along the trail. Perfect children ages 2-10 years old (with an adult). Prepaid registration required.

When: April 15
Times: 9:00 - 10:00 AM, 11:00 AM - Noon, 1:00 - 2:00 PM
Price: No charge for adults, Member child: $5, Non-member child: $6

Fountain Creek Nature Center

Fountain Creek Nature Center is once again hosting their chocolate bunny hike and egg hunt! Meet a live rabbit and learn about them via a fun, interactive slide show. Afterward, hunt for eggs as you hike through the woods. Goodies are guaranteed for each child. For children ages 2-10 with an adult.

When: April 15
Times: 9:00 - 10:00 AM 11:00 AM - Noon, 1:00 - 2:00 PM
Price: No charge for adults, Member child: $6, Non-member child: $8

Canon City Easter Egg Hunt

Join Canon City for an afternoon of family fun including a bounce house, live entertainment, Easter egg dying, contests and of course, an Easter Egg Hunt. Held at Penrose Park.

When: April 15
Time: 9:00 AM - Noon
Cost: FREE

Easter Egg Hunt & Hay Ride

Celebrate Easter like never before! Join M Lazy C Ranch for an Easter Egg Hunt and Hay Ride.

When: April 15
Price: Adults: $5 Tractor Hayride; Children 10 & Under $5 Egg Hunt and Tractor Hayride; Hot dog, chips & drinks $5 per person

Hams & Hamstrings

The Hams & Hamstrings 5K race is located at the Stetson Hills Open Space off Dublin & Peterson. This is a 5K for runners and walkers alike. For more information, call 719-362-3306.

When: April 16
Time: 8:00 AM
Price: Registrations fees vary depending on the time of year registering.

When you move to Colorado Springs, you can enjoy all the fun, community-wide events that happen all year long. For more information about relocating to Colorado Springs, contact The Platinum Group, REALTORS at719-536-4444. We know that moving is stressful, that's why our goal is to make sure your move to Colorado Springs is as seamless as possible.

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Halloween in Colorado Springs!

Halloween is quickly approaching! Although Halloween falls on a Monday this year, there are still plenty of fun things for your family to participate in this weekend to celebrate. From fun at the zoo to howling wolves, there are many different ways to spend this spooky day in Colorado Springs. The team at The Platinum Group, REALTORS has all the details on this year's Halloween events. 

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Boo at the Zoo

Join the team at the Cheyenne Mountain Zoo for one of the area's most unique Halloween event. There will be trick or treat stations throughout the zoo. Spend the night visiting select animal exhibits that are open during the event, such as giraffe building, Aquatics, The Loft, Encounter Africa and Monkey Pavilion. Grab a friend and take a walk through the haunted house or make your way through the lighted pumpkin patch. You will not want to miss out on this spooktacular event!

Where: Cheyenne Mountain Zoo
When: October 28 - 31
Time: 4:00 - 8:30 p.m. 

Emma Crawford Coffin Races

Emma Crawford's last wish was to be buried at the top of Red Mountain. After she passed away at the age of 19 of tuberculosis, her fiancee granted her wish with the help of 11 other men, who carried her coffin to the top. After years of weather and erosion, her remains were washed down the side of the mountain. It is said that she still haunts Red Moutain today, so to honor Emmas, each year Manitou Springs holds a coffin race and parade. Grab your team of five and decorate a coffin that is raced down Main Street. 

Where:  Main Street in Manitou Springs
When: October 29
Time: 12:00 - 3:00 pm

Halloween Cool Science Style

Join the Rocky Mountain Dinosaur Resource Center for this scientific Halloween event! Make glow in the dark slime, instant worms, invisible alien eyeballs, eerie fog bubbles, creepy noises, shoot fog rings and more! There will be a parade through the museum and awards will be given out for the scariest, the funniest, the most creative and the best dinosaur costume. 

Where: Rocky Mountain Dinosaur Resource Center
When: October 29
Time: 1:30 - 3:30 pm

Howl-O-Ween

The Colorado Wolf & Wildlife Center's annual Howl-O-Ween tradition will be held on October 29. Join them in passing out meat-filled pumpkins to all the wolves, a bonfire and refreshments. Reservations are required, so sign up today! Call 719-687-9742 for more information. 

Where: Colorado Wolf & Wildlife Center
When: October 29
Time: 4:00 - 6:00 pm

Mall-O-Ween

Bring your trick or treat bag as it's Mall-O-Ween! A super safe, super fun Halloween celebration! Have your little ones trick or treat in a safe environment.

Where: Chapel Hills Mall & Citadel Mall
When: October 31 
Time:  Chapel Hills: 5:00 - 7:00 pm; Citadel Mall: 5:00 pm until supplies last. 

Spook Out Shoot Out 

Enjoy trick or treating, haunted miniature golf, hayrides, carnival game, pumpkin chunkin, helicopter rides, a costume contest and more! 

Where: World Golf 
When: October 28 - 30
Time: 5:00 - 9:00 pm

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Halloween History Hunt

Visit the museum for a spooktacular Halloween History Hunt. Get your history hunt guide at the Front Desk, explore the exhibits and visit the haunted house to hear stories and make creepy, crawly crafts. Make sure you wear your costume and pick up a treat before you leave! 

Where: Colorado Springs Pioneers Museum
When: October 29
Time: 11:00 am - 2:00 pm

Emma Crawford's Wake 

Experience a victorian wake complete with a victorian buffet dinner and beverages. This is sure to be one of the most talked about events of the year, so you will not want to miss it. For more information visit MiramontCastle.org or call 719-685-1011 to make your reservation. 

Where: Miramont Castle
When: October 28
Time: Viewings will take place every 20 minutes with the first at 6:00 pm and the last at 7:20 pm

Celebrate Halloween in Colorado Springs!

Colorado Springs is full of fun, creepy and spooky events this weekend to celebrate Halloween! Colorado Springs is a wonderful place to raise your family. If you are thinking of relocating to Colorado Springs, contact The Platinum Group, REALTORS at 719-536-4444. As your Colorado Springs real estate agents, we can help you find the best home for your family.

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Fall Festivals In Colorado Springs

It is now officially the fall season, which means it is time for all things pumpkin flavored and fall festivals. Colorado Springs is filled with fun activities to do this season. From giant pumpkin weigh-offs to scary, fun brew fests, there is something for everyone this autumn in Colorado Springs. The best team of real estate agents in Colorado Springs has details on some fun festivals you can partake in this upcoming season:

Abbey Winery Harvest Festival

With fine foods, award winning wines and live music, this festival has it all. The Abbey Winery Harvest Festival has everything you need in a fall festival. Enjoy full wine glasses and delicious pairings, such as fresh bread and cheese. There will be everything from fajitas to crepes being served as well. Although wine will be served, this multiday event also includes fun activities for kids! Enjoy live music and delicious wine and food at the Abbey Winery Harvest Festival.

When: September 24 - 25
Where: Canon City, CO

Photo Credit: VisitCOS.com

Old Colorado City Giant Pumpkin Festival and Scarecrow Days

The Giant Pumpkin Festival and Scarecrow Days event held in Old Colorado City features some of the biggest pumpkins you've ever seen - or at least in the state of Colorado. Beginning with the weigh-off and beauty competition at the Old Town Plaza at 10:00 a.m., the event will the continue with raffles, contests, prizes and sidewalk sales. To get you in the Halloween spirit there will be scarecrow displays set up along the street.

When: October 22
Where: Old Colorado City

Photo Credit: Haunted Brew Fest Facebook

Haunted Brew Fest

Kick off the Halloween season with the Haunted Brew Fest, which features a full day of Halloween fun! If you want your chance to win cash and prizes, then don't forget to dress up in your best gear and participate in the various costume contests. However, be on the lookout for the Ghouls Gulch and Sanitarium 3D Haunted House's award-winning cast of frightful characters, as you might be their next victim! It wouldn't be a brew fest without some great sampling. This festival will feature over 100 beers, 20 wines and 10 spirits. Don't want to wait for your samples? There will be a special VIP session that allows 300 attendees exclusive entry into the first session with a chance to sample without a wait.

When: October 8
Where Colorado Springs, CO

Photo Credit: Fremont County Fall Heritage Facebook

Fremont County Fall Heritage Festival

Explore the rich history and landscape of Fremont County at the annual Fremont Count Fall Heritage Festival in Canon City. This three-day festival features fun, family-friendly activities, such as educational dinosaur walks, trail hikes, BBQ dinners, historical reenactments and guided art tours. This educational and fun fall festival is perfect for the whole family! 

When: October 8 - 10
Where: Canon City, CO

Enjoy The Fall Season in Beautiful Colorado Springs

Colorado Springs is already beautiful, but with the changing leaves, it becomes even more stunning. In addition to the colorful leaves, Colorado Springs also has many fun, fall activities. If you are planning a move to Colorado Springs, The Platinum Group, REALTORS can help. Our experienced Colorado Springs real estate agents would love to help you find the perfect home for your family. Just give us a call at 719-536-4444 or visit us online at www.PlatinumHomeSales.com.

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4 Labor Day Weekend Events For Families In Colorado Springs

Labor Day Weekend may mark the end of the summer season, however, it doesn't mean the fun has to end! There are a variety of ways to enjoy this three day weekend with your family in the Colorado Springs area. From watching balloons soar above Colorado Springs to arts and craft fairs, there is something for the whole family to enjoy. Your Colorado Springs real estate team has all the info on the various events happening in the area:

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Colorado Springs Labor Day Lift Off

The Colorado Springs balloon festival at Memorial Park will be celebrating its 39th year this Labor Day weekend. In the morning there will be a mass balloon ascension, afterwards, watch the wings of blue parachutists, a wakeboarding exhibition. Don't forget to check out the delicious food vendors and concessionaires. In the evening, listing to live entertainment from Suga Bear and the Show Time Band before the Baloon Glow. If you are relocating to Colorado Springs, this is could be a great end of summer tradition for your family. 

When: September 3 - 5

Where: Memorial Park in Colorado Springs

Cost: Free Admission

Photo Credit: Commonwheel.com

Commonwheel Artists Weekend Art Festival

This Labor Day Weekend, Commonwheel Artists Co-op celebrates their 42 annual Labor Day Weekend Festival in Mantou Springs. If you are looking for high-quality, yet affordable pieces of art, then this festival is for you! Art patrons can explore over 100 juried arts & crafts booths that feature a variety of different artworks. Listen to live entertainment, win prizes, relax in the Bristol Beer/Wine Garden and kids can enjoy art & craft activities. You will not want to miss this exciting event!

When: September 3 - 5

Where: Memorial Park in Manitou Springs; 502 Manitou Ave.

Cost: Free Admission

Labor Day Vintage Baseball Game

The Camp Creek Cloud Busters and the Colorado Territorial All-Stars from Denver will face off at the annual vintage baseball match. The rules are a bit different in this vintage game, as no one wears a mitt or gloves (except the catcher) and the spectators can influence the umpire's call (in your team's favor, of course!) There will be cold cream soda or root beer available for purchase at the Heritage Shop, as well as vendors supplying hot dogs, popcorn and ice cream! 

When: September 5 from 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

Where: Rock Ledge Ranch

Cost: Regular Park Admission

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Super Kids Save the World

This exhibit is based on the children's book, George Saves the World by Lunchtime written by Jo Readman. In the book George and his family save the world simply by making responsible choices. They take simple steps to become more eco-friendly, which families can follow to become eco-friendly superheroes in their own communities. The Super Kids Save the World is featured at the Space Foundation Discovery Center and is presented locally by Pokes Peak Children's Museum. 

When: September 4 from 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.

Where: Space Foundation Discovery Center; 4225 Arrowswest Dr.

Cost: Normal Admission Rates

Celebrate Labor Day Weekend In Colorado Springs

Although summer is coming to an end, there's still plenty of time to have fun. Colorado Springs is a beautiful place to raise your family, with great school districts and fun, family events. If your family is moving to Colorado Springs, contact The Platinum Group, REALTORS at 719-536-4444. We would love to help your family find your new home!

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