Discover unforgettable family adventure at the Cave of the Winds located in Manitou Springs, minutes from downtown Colorado Springs. See who's the bravest in the family on the Wind Walker Challenge, a maze of steel beams, swinging ropes and ladders hanging 600 feet above the canyon floor. Let your family seek thrills, pan for gemstones, eat good food and shop for memorable souvenirs at this attraction.
Lasso a legend at the ProRodeo Hall of Fame and Museum of the American Cowboy, aka, the only museum in the world dedicated exclusively to the sport of rodeo. Saddle up to learn the history of great American rodeo cowboys and rope in exhibits like the Wrangler National Finals Gallery displays of western memorabilia and art.
Paradise awaits outdoor enthusiasts at Manitou Springs mountain community in Colorado Springs. The magical town lies between the Gods of the Garden and Pikes Peak. This outdoor recreation paradise allows extreme mountain bikers to hit the trails at Red Rock Canyon Open Space, provides water enthusiasts with the Arkansas River for rafting, and fishermen can drop a line at the North Slope Recreation Area.
Kids mix science with fun at the Colorado Springs Cool Science Festival! The Hands-on Science Carnival offers row after row of activity stations, laboratory tours, and free workshops to participate in activities like making your very own mini catapult and flinging marshmallows at the Fruitcake Toss. Live performances and guest speakers are also in attendance at this festival of learning.