The Colorado Springs Philharmonic’s Summer Symphony Offers Free Summer Concerts in Colorado Springs

The Summer Symphony, presented by the Colorado Springs Philharmonic, has been a free, family-friendly activity since 1973. The summer 2013 concert schedule kicks off in days and features the following events.

Colorado Springs Together
June 26, 2013, 6:00 PM
Mountain Shadows Park
A concert dedicated to the one-year anniversary of the Waldo Canyon wildfires.

Independence Day
July 4, 2013, 7:30 PM
Memorial Park
Welcome this year’s relaunch of the “Fabulous Fourth” celebration with fireworks, food and fun!

America the Beautiful
July 20, 2013, 7:30 PM
Sky Sox Stadium
A night of works by US composers featured on broadway, in motion picture and more.

Faithfully: The Music of Journey
July 27, 2013, 7:30 PM
Bear Creek Regional Park
A tribute to Journey featuring their greatest hits, light and laser show and much more.

Visit the Colorado Springs Philharmonic website for more on their summer concert series.

Cheyenne Mountain Resort hopes you enjoy the 2013 free summer concert series by the Colorado Springs Philharmonic. Visit our website to plan your summer stay in time to attend an upcoming concert or our onsite Summer Passport events! Reserve your stay online or call 719-538-4000.

Let Cheyenne Mountain Resort Be Your Hotel for the 91st Pikes Peak International Hill Climb!

It’s that time of year again... for race fans to converge on Colorado Springs in anticipation of the 91st Running of the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb on June 30, 2013.

Pikes Peak International Hill Climb
Sunday, June 30, 2013
Colorado Springs, Colorado

This long-standing tradition in Colorado Springs is the second oldest motor sport race in the United States. Known to many as the “Race To The Clouds”, the Hill Climb pushes riders up the 12.42 mile course, navigating hairpin turns and a nearly 5,000 foot increase in elevation before reaching the finish line at the summit of Pikes Peak.

Visit the official race website for more on the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb, including pre-race events, spectator festivities and much more.

Check out the Pikes Peak Hill Climb and enjoy a stay at Cheyenne Mountain Resort by taking advantage of our PPIHC special rate.

With our Pikes Peak Hill Climb hotel package you’ll receive deluxe overnight accommodations for at least three nights between June 27-July 3. Room rates for this discounted offer start at $199* a night.

Click here to book our Pikes Peak Hill Climb Package.

*Taxes and fees may apply. Three night minimum stay between 6/27 - 7/3 required.  

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Escape to Colorado Springs for Summer Vacation with our Passport To Summer!

Spend your Colorado Springs summer vacation lounging by one of our refreshing resort pools, making waves at the Splash Park, digging your toes into the sandy beach of our 35-acre lake or enjoying water sports like paddle boats and kayaks.

Our Passport to Summer at Cheyenne Mountain Resort has everything you and your family needs for an unforgettable escape to Colorado.

Book our Passport to Summer getaway package beginning at $149 per night and receive deluxe accommodations with a balcony or patio, access to resort amenities, activities and Summer Event Calendar.

The Passport to Summer Kidz package includes these perks as well as a Kidz Concierge check in and welcome gift which includes a personalized passport and photo. Passport to Summer Kidz also receive a departure gift upon completing the Summer Passport adventure! And don’t forget that kidz eight and under eat free at all meals at Mountain View Restaurant.

Visit our website for more on our on-site recreational activities, nearby area attractions and day trip suggestions, or enhance your Colorado Springs summer vacation at Cheyenne Mountain Resort with the following*:

Kidz Zoo Breakfast Saturday Mornings
S'mores on the Terrace After Dark
Dive-In Movies at Resort Pool Saturday Nights
Friday Night Seafood Buffet
Saturday Night Prime Rib Buffet
Mountain View Restaurant Sunday Brunch
Cheyenne Kidz Camp Passport to Summer
Old Fashioned Ice Cream Truck Treats
Live Music on the Sundance & Pineview Terraces
Fab Four Happy Hour at Will Rogers Lounge daily
25% off Two Adult Cheyenne Mountain Zoo Passes
Twilight Golf and Glow Putting

The more days you book, the more you’ll save. With our Passport to Summer, if you Stay 2, Get 20% Off, Stay 3, Get 25% Off or Stay 5, Get 35% Off! Click here to book now.

We look forward to welcoming you and your family to Cheyenne Mountain Resort this summer!

*Offerings may require additional purchase.

Name The Bear -- Cheyenne Mountain Resort Contest Winner!

Thank you to all of our Facebook fans that took part in our Cheyenne Mountain Resort contest to name our new bear mascot! We’re so thankful that you took the time to share your bear names as well as vote for your favorites! We received so many creative and fun entries! Without further ado (and reading) we’re thrilled to announce the winner of our Name The Bear contest!

And the winning name is....

Nahqui, the Cheyenne Native American Tribe name for "Bear"

Congratulations to Kate Smith who submitted this winning bear name! We are so excited to welcome you for your two-night, weekend getaway and Mountain View Restaurant brunch for two at Cheyenne Mountain Resort!

Nahqui the Bear is now available in our guest rooms! Purchase and take a cuddly bear home with you and a portion of the proceeds will be donated to Cheyenne Mountain Zoo!

Make Nahqui the Bear your family’s travel mascot! Purchase a Nahqui of your very own during your next stay at Cheyenne Mountain Resort and you’ll have a vacation companion for all of your future explorations. Share these adventures and travel photos with us, we would love to see you and Nahqui traveling the world!

Don’t miss future Cheyenne Mountain Resort contests -- Like us on Facebook for updates!

Welcome Summer with our Memorial Day Weekend Resort Events in Colorado Springs!

Spend Memorial Day Weekend at Cheyenne Mountain Resort in Colorado Springs. Daily events include delicious breakfast, lunch and dinner offerings at Mountain View Restaurant, our Fab Four Happy Hour at Will Rogers Lounge from 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM and S’mores on The Sundance Terrace. We’re also hosting the following special events from May 24 - 28.

Cheyenne Mountain Resort Memorial Day Weekend Events in Colorado Springs

Friday, May 24
Seafood Buffet, 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Acoustic Music on the Terrace with Rick Stahl, 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Saturday, May 25
Kidz Zoo Breakfast, 8:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Ice Cream Truck, 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Prime Rib Buffet, 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Dive-In Movie with popcorn & drinks, 8:30 PM
Glow Putting, 9:00 PM - 10:00 PM

Sunday, May 26
Sunday Brunch, 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Ice Cream Truck, 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Monday, May 27
Splash around at the aquatic center or lounge by the lake!

Tuesday, May 28
Summer Music Series featuring Bob Alexander & Promises Trio, 5:30 PM - 8:00 PM

Memorial Day also marks the start of Passport to Summer! Our Passport to Summer package features deluxe accommodations and access to resort amenities, while the Passport to Summer Kidz package also includes a Kidz concierge, welcome and departure gifts.

Visit our website for more on Memorial Day Weekend resort events in Colorado Springs or to book your vacation today! Like us on Facebook for more information and special offers. Call 719-538-4060 for dining event reservations.

In Town for Ride the Rockies Next Month? Check Out Springs Spree & Celebrate Colorado Springs During Race Weekend!

At Cheyenne Mountain Resort, we certainly are excited for June and the final leg of Ride the Rockies when we'll welcome more than 2,000 cyclists across the finish line right here at our resort! Not only will it be a welcomed sight for the riders, but our Finish Line Party will be a fun-filled event for spectators and participants featuring live entertainment from Mike Maddux and The Headliners and Mango fan Django, great food from local restaurants and more!

Get a double dose of fun during Ride the Rockies race weekend! Enjoy our Finish Line Party on Saturday, June 15 then stay the night with us to take part in Springs Spree -- a city-wide celebration of Colorado Springs taking place the same weekend!

Springs Spree
June 15 - 16, 2013
Memorial Park
Colorado Springs

Enjoy live entertainment on three stages, the Springs Spree carnival featuring 20 rides, the SOCO Car Show, Colorado Disc Dogs, Father’s Day 8K Run and so much more at this action-packed festival -- click here for the full list of events. More than 100 vendor booths will feature delicious food, arts & crafts, merchandise and showcase area non-profits. For more on Springs Spring in Colorado Springs, visit their official website here.

There is tons to enjoy this summer in beautiful Colorado Springs, make sure you take advantage of our special offers and book your summer vacation at Cheyenne Mountain Resort today!

Click here for our Ride the Rockies Package
Click here for Getaway Packages & Special Offers

Image Credit: Springs Spree

First & Main Presents a Free Summer Concert Series in Colorado Springs

First & Main Town Center, a premier shopping center in Colorado Springs has announced their 9th Annual Summer Concert Series. A great summer evening activity, these free concerts in the park are scheduled for each Friday in June and July from 5 PM - 7 PM. The Springs will be filled with dancing, fun and plenty of music from the following talented performers:

2013 First & Main Summer Concert Series in Colorado Springs

June 7 -- Bop Skizzum
June 14 -- Manuel Molina
June 21 -- Mad Dog and the Smokin' J's
June 28 -- Monument Hill
July 5 -- Velvet Rut
July 12 -- Oakhurst
July 19 -- Jake Loggins Band
July 26 -- That Eighties Band

Don’t miss your favorite artist! Get to the park across from  Cinemark early to snag a good seat! Visit the First & Main Town Center official website for more on their 9th annual summer concert series in Colorado Springs.

For more exciting events and activities in Colorado Springs this summer, visit Cheyenne Mountain Resort. Memorial Day events, resort activities and plenty of recreation await. Our Cheyenne Kidz Camps, golf, tennis and numerous pools provide tons of family-friendly entertainment without ever leaving our beautiful resort grounds. Visit our website for more on our accommodations, nearby attractions and special offers and begin planning your summer getaway in Colorado Springs today!

Welcome Our New Mascot! Enter Our Name The Bear Contest for a Chance to Win a Stay at Cheyenne Mountain Resort

It’s un-BEAR-able how excited we are to announce the newest member
of the Cheyenne Mountain Resort family -- our bear mascot!

These cute, fuzzy friends will be available for purchase in our guest rooms beginning May 23, but first, our beloved bear needs a name!

Check out our Name The Bear contest on Facebook!
Like our page and suggest your favorite name to be entered to win:

- Two-night weekend getaway
- Mountain View Restaurant Sunday Brunch for two

Share the contest with your friends so they can vote for your entry. The most popular name wins!

The Name The Bear contest runs now through May 17.
Our winner (and our bear's name) will be announced May 23.

Click here to enter our Name The Bear contest!

Don’t forget you can take a cuddly bear home with you beginning May 23! A portion of the proceeds from bears purchased in our guest rooms will be donated to Cheyenne Mountain Zoo!

Make our bear the newest member of your family -- your very own travel mascot! The ultimate souvenir from your visit to Cheyenne Mountain Resort, our bear can be an adorable reminder of your stay as well as a travel companion on future adventures. We want your bear to explore the world with you and your family.

Click here to read our Facebook Contest Rules.

Celebrate Territory Days in Old Colorado City Memorial Day Weekend!

Join more than 150,000 visitors and residence as they spend Memorial Day Weekend at the 38th Annual Territory Days in Old Colorado City.

38th Annual Territory Days
May 25th – 27th, 2013
Old Colorado City

Territory Days, hosted by Old Colorado City Associates, Ltd, began in 1975 as the “Rampart Range Sertoma Territory Days Parade and Buffalo Barbecue”. It was renamed Territory Days a year later to celebrate Old Colorado City as the first capitol of the Colorado Territory.

Come experience historic Old Colorado City as it opens its doors to the community during an annual tradition that dates back nearly 40 years. This free, family-friendly weekend event in Colorado Springs is a three-day street festival filled with food, games and plenty of festivities.

Watch rodeo-style events like wild west gunfights, fast-draw competition and other old west traditions and entertainment. Children can play at the Kids Zone featuring train rides and a petting zoo. Feast on delicious food by local vendors, enjoy live music and don’t forget to browse the craft fair -- one of the largest in the state!

Visit the event website for more on Territory Days in Old Colorado City, open Saturday and Sunday 10 AM - 7 PM and Monday 10 AM - 6 PM.

Cheyenne Mountain Resort hopes you enjoy Territory Days, one of the many great events in Old Colorado City throughout the year. Reserve your Memorial Day Weekend stay today and enjoy beautiful accommodations near Old Colorado City as well as plenty of recreational amenities on our resort grounds. Visit our website to book online or call 1-800-588-0250.

Image Credit (top): Old Colorado City

Reserve Your Stay in Time for 2013 College Commencement Ceremonies in Colorado Springs

Is your favorite graduate getting ready to participate in one of the 2013 college commencement ceremonies in Colorado Springs? Don’t wait to make your hotel reservations in time for the important ceremonies taking place at Colorado College, University of Colorado Colorado Springs, the US Air Force Academy and others throughout the Pikes Peak region

College Commencement Ceremonies in Colorado Springs:

Colorado College
May 20, 2013

University of Colorado Colorado Springs
May 24, 2013

United States Air Force Academy
May 29, 2013

The modern accommodations and amenities that await you at Cheyenne Mountain Resort are ideal for visiting the area to see members of the Class of 2013 accept their diplomas. Enjoy our stylish decor, scenic resort grounds and convenient location to graduation ceremony locations when you book with us.

Looking to stay a few extra days? The more days you stay, the more you save!
Click here for more info or visit our Packages page for additional special offers.

Celebrate the milestone with a delicious meal at Mountain View Restaurant. Our grand menu is filled with delicious Colorado Fusion dishes and perfect for marking a special occasion like graduation. Mountain View Restaurant also offers amazing dining events including:

- Friday Night Seafood Buffet
- Saturday Night Prime Rib Buffet
- Award-Winning Sunday Brunch

All great options for getting together with family and friends to toast your new graduate!

For additional information on our resort guest accommodations or dining events, please visit our website. Book online or call 800-588-0250 to reserve your stay in time for the 2013 college commencement ceremonies in Colorado Springs.

Congratulations to the Class of 2013 from Cheyenne Mountain Resort!