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Travel back in time to an authentic American Western boomtown at the Ghost Town Museum located in Colorado Springs. Voted as one of the 55 special attractions in American by Mobil Travel Guide and Family Circle Magazine, you'll step inside a blacksmith shop, saddle up to the saloon and meander through the General Store.

Encounter Africa at the Cheyenne Mountain Zoo. Meet South African elephant Kimba, weighing 10,000 pounds and standing over 9 feet tall, and see African lion cubs, Jamila and Zwena. See the zoo from above on a Sky Ride soaring above the zoo's 146 acres, teaming with 550 wild animals. Enjoy tons of exhibits and attractions including yummy food and fun souvenirs.

Rev up your engines a the Pikes Peak International Hill Climb, aka, Race in the Clouds. This festival features an automobile and motorcycle hill climb to the summit of Pikes Peak in Colorado Springs. Join 35,000 spectators at the annual event, watch high speed races and motorcycle jumpers, eat at the chili cook-off, drink ice cold beer, listen to live music and cheer along with the Denver Bronco Cheerleaders!

Pick up tickets to Colorado Springs, Opera Theatre of the Rockies. From opening night to closing night, you're poised for a lovely night at the ballet. The mesmerizing resident dancers bring to life the magical stories of ballet classics, including performances like An Evening with Mozart, Carmen and The Wizard of Oz. Come experience a night of mixed emotions, story ballet, exquisite ensemble dances and entertainment.