Hoppenings tracks the local craft beer scene in Colorado Springs, including brewery events, trivia nights, run clubs, live music, and new beer releases. Browse this week's happenings, discover taprooms, and jump into activity-specific pages below for quick planning.

Garden of the Gods
105 West Brewing Company is a community-focused craft brewery known for its rotating lineup of small-batch beers. Expect a welcoming taproom with everything from crisp lagers to hop-forward IPAs and delictious food.
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Powers
The latest micro brewery opening in Colorado Springs serving up award winning beers and pizza
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University Village
Atrevida Beer Company is an award-winning brewery on the east side of Colorado Springs known for its bold craft beers and Latin-inspired flavors. Expect an inclusive, community-driven taproom that celebrates diversity, creativity, and welcoming hospitality.
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Black Forest
Black Forest Brewing Company is a cozy neighborhood brewery tucked into the wooded community of Black Forest near Colorado Springs. Expect a rustic taproom with cabin-like charm, friendly locals, and a peaceful patio perfect for enjoying a pint under the pines.
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IvyWild
Bristol Brewing Company is a Colorado Springs craft beer staple located inside the historic Ivywild School. Expect a unique community atmosphere with cozy taproom spaces, repurposed classrooms, and a lively hub filled with local shops and food.
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Old Colorado City
Cerberus Brewing Company is a popular craft brewery located near the edge of downtown Colorado Springs. Expect a laid-back yet refined taproom with a spacious patio featuring fire pits, string lights, and mountain views.
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East COS
Deuces Wild Brewery (DWB Craft) is a laid-back neighborhood brewery located near Peterson Air Force Base in Colorado Springs. Expect a cozy taproom serving clean, crisp beers in a relaxed space where locals gather for easy conversation and community vibes.
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Route 24
Fossil Craft Beer Company is a locally loved brewery on the west side of Colorado Springs known for its playful dinosaur theme and strong community focus. Expect a laid-back taproom serving a mix of flagship ales and seasonal brews, often paired with rotating food trucks.
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Lincoln Center
Goat Patch Brewing – University Village is a welcoming neighborhood brewery located in the repurposed schoolhouse community at University Village in Colorado Springs. Expect a spacious taproom with high ceilings, communal tables, and a relaxed atmosphere perfect for gathering with friends.
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Monument
Goat Patch Brewing Company is a beloved Colorado Springs brewery known for its welcoming, community-driven atmosphere. Expect a lively taproom with mountain views, a dog-friendly beer garden, and a lineup of thoughtfully crafted beers inspired by the local landscape.
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NorthGate
Goat Patch Brewing Co. – Northgate is a welcoming neighborhood brewery on the north side of Colorado Springs. Expect a cozy taproom with warm wood accents, rotating craft beers, and shareable bites in a relaxed, family-friendly setting.
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Downtown
Gunslinger Brewing Company is a veteran-owned craft brewery located in downtown Colorado Springs. Expect a lively, family-friendly beer hall serving bold craft brews with on-site food and a dog-friendly patio.
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Fillmore
American bites, Colorado Springs local craft beer and cocktails in a casual setting with a bar and patio.
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North COS
Lost Friend Brewing Company is a colorful, community-driven brewery located near downtown Colorado Springs. Expect a bright, laid-back taproom filled with local art, comfy seating, board games, and a dog-friendly vibe.
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Downtown
Nestled in historic downtown, this century‑old building features a cozy taproom and a spacious, dog‑friendly patio with rotating food trucks and complimentary popcorn.
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East COS
Nano 108 Brewing Company is a community-focused craft brewery in Colorado Springs known for its inventive small-batch beers. Expect a relaxed taproom with rustic-industrial touches, a sunny patio with mountain views, and regular food trucks and events.
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Old Colorado City
OCC Brewing, located in the heart of Old Colorado City, offers a vibrant and elevated brewpub experience that blends small-batch craft beer with a chef-driven food menu in a warm, modern-industrial space.
VIEW BREWERY🚗🍻🐴 Chrome, Hooves & Hops is coming to Ascent Brewery! 🐴🍻🚗 Join us Saturday, May 23, 2026 as we celebrate our 1-Year Anniversary with classic cars, live music, food trucks, and family-friendly fun all day long! 🚗 Classic Car Show Kickoff: 10–12 PMBring your classic car and help us start the celebration in style! 🍴 Food Trucks:☕ Xtreme Coffee Roasters (10–12 PM)🍩 Miller’s Sweet Treats (10 AM–7 PM)🌮 PIN-TXI WEY (12–8 PM) 🎉 More Fun:🎨 Face Painting • 📚 Roadrunner Bookshop🐴 Mini Horse & Carriage (1–3 PM)🎶 Live Music (3:30–8 PM) 🎟️ No entry fee📍 6630 Chief Rd, Falcon, CO 80831 Good Cars. Great Beer. Good Times. 🍻
Come and see Rafiel & The Room Shakers live at Red Leg Brewing Company on Saturday, May 23 from 4pm - 7pm! Their blend of blues, rock, Motown, jazz, and soul will have you dancing, grooving, and feeling every note. Bringing your own lawn chair is encouraged!
Join us for live music from Harriette & The Harmony at WestFax Springs Beer Garden. Enjoy cold beer, great music, and take a break from the Territory Days crowds during WestFax Weekend. Find link on Brewery Instagram/Website.
Weekly Magic: The Gathering Commander Night! Bring your own deck and lord to compete. Join fellow players for an epic night of strategic card gaming, craft beer, and community at Lost Friend Brewing.
Enjoy live music from Wirewood Station at 105 West Brewing! Settle in with a cold beer and great tunes as this talented band takes the stage. Perfect way to spend your Saturday evening in a vibrant brewery atmosphere.
Early morning match action! Catch the Arsenal game on Sunday morning with fellow supporters. Enjoy $6 beers during the match at Urban Animal's taproom.
Experience the joy of cycling with a no-drop, all-skill-levels-welcome Sunday morning ride! Enjoy a scenic 10-15 mile ride through Colorado with fellow bike enthusiasts, finishing with a cold beverage at Cerberus Brewing. Organized by Cerberus Brewing Co., Sevens Gate, and Biker Shop.
Celebrate National Beermosa Day with $6 Beermosas all day! It's the perfect Saturday to enjoy this refreshing beer-cocktail hybrid. Toast to good times with friends at Urban Animal Beer Co!
Join us at Goat Patch – Monument for our Summer Music Series featuring talented local artist Paige Lynn. Enjoy live music, cold craft beer, and easygoing summer vibes in our beer garden from 2–5 PM. The perfect way to spend a Sunday!
Bingo at the brewery! Family friendly prizes for the adults and kids, join us for free bingo every Sunday afternoon!
Spend your Sunday afternoon at Red Leg while Marcus Kruep plays live on Sunday, May 24 from 3:30PM to 6:30pm! A rising country artist with Midwest roots, Marcus brings high-energy performances that mix modern country sound with classic, story-driven songwriting.
Weekly Sunday Run Club at Black Forest Brewing. Meet at the brewery for a group run followed by post-run beers. All paces welcome—come move, socialize, and refuel.
Join us for live music from talented local artist Clay Cutler at Goat Patch - Lincoln Center. Enjoy cold craft beer, live music, and that perfect Colorado summer evening energy in our beer garden from 6-9 PM. No better way to close out the weekend!
Date: Monday, May 25th. Lace up your running shoes and join Red Leg Brewing Company for our 8th Annual Angel Run at Red Leg, where we come together to honor and support the families of fallen military heroes. 5K | 10K | Fun Run | Virtual | In-Person options available.
The Last Patrol Band will be performing live from 8:30 AM to 11:30 AM on Monday, May 25th, setting the perfect soundtrack for our 8th Annual Angel Run! Come early, stay late, and celebrate the morning with great music and great company.
Unwind with some coloring, a pint, and good company at Mellow Mondays. Bring your own supplies or use ours — no judgment, all fun!
Unwind every Monday at Lost Friend Brewery with our Adult Coloring Night! 🖍️ All materials are provided — just bring your creativity and grab a pint. Relax, color, and enjoy some community vibes to start your week off right.
Mondays just got a little more colorful! Join us every week from 5–8PM for Mellow Mondays — our new coloring night at PPBC! We’ll have coloring pages for kids and adults (holiday themes + plenty more), all the utensils you need, and of course your favorite Pikes Peak brews. The perfect way to unwind and start your week on a mellow note.
Experience a unique fusion event at Fossil Craft Beer! Peru-Mex brings together amazing flavors and great brews for an unforgettable Sunday experience.
Join us each Monday at 5:30 pm for the Aravaipa Group Run in Red Rocks Open Space, adjacent to the taproom. All are welcome for a one hour no drop run followed by drink specials. There are raffles on select Mondays and repeat runners receive Aravaipa Colorado swag. It’s the best way to start your week! Hope to see you there!
Weekly Monday night board game meetup at Wackadoo Brewing. Bring your favorite games or jump into one already in progress. Casual, social, and always a good time.
Got a case of the Mondays? We’ve got just the cure! Join us every Monday night at 6 PM at Seven's Gate Taproom for a trivia showdown like no other. Gather your brainiest buddies, put on your thinking caps, and dive into three thrilling rounds of trivia that will test your wits and tickle your funny bone.
🧠 How It Works: 3 rounds of trivia Categories change every week No sign-up required — just show up and play! 🏆 Win Free Beer! The winning team of each round gets one free round of beer, awarded at the end of that round. Bring your friends, grab a pint, flex your brainpower, and enjoy a fun start to your week. See you Monday for trivia!
Gather your friends, put your knowledge to the test, and join us for a weekly dose of trivia fun. It’s free to play, and the top three teams will take home Mash Mechanix gift certificates.
Trivia every Monday at Urban Animal on Star Ranch rd. General knowledge trivia with a musical twist. Prizes for 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place.
Test your knowledge every Monday at 7:00 PM during Trivia Night at Lebowski’s Taproom! Gather your team and compete for bragging rights and prizes.
Enjoy all-day happy hour specials every Tuesday! Save $2 off 20oz mugs and $1 off 12oz mugs. Perfect for a casual day at Fossil Craft Beer with your favorite brew.
Pedal First, Pints Later! Join the weekly Sunday morning joy ride starting and finishing at Cerberus Brewing Co. parking lot. 10-15 miles of fun cycling with no drops - all skill levels welcome. Spring weather is here, so grab your bike and join the Cerberus Active Strava club for updates.
Every Tuesday, choose any beer you want for just $5! Pick from Hazy, Crispy, Dark, or Easy drinking styles (barrel-aged beers excluded). Enjoy your selection on the upstairs patio with views of Pikes Peak or in the beer garden.
Run Club Tuesdays from 2:00pm too dark. Come chase that BEAR on a unicycle! Choose your 3 mile loop and then enjoy 5$ beers all day after your run.
At GPB, we love pairing good beer with a good cause. That's why we are thrilled to host "Bleating Heart Nights" here in the Taproom on Tuesday evenings. Where did we come up with the name Bleating Heart? Well, the sound a goat makes is called a "bleat" and a philanthropic goat is clearly called a "bleating heart". By joining us on a Bleating Heart Night, every pint you purchase between 5 - 9 will result in a $1 donation to the featured non-profit.
At GPB, we love pairing good beer with a good cause! Join us for Bleating Heart Nights — every pint purchased between 5–9 PM results in a $1 donation to the featured non-profit. Starting in 2026, all three Goat Patch locations will be participating.
At GPB, we love pairing good beer with a good cause! Join us for Bleating Heart Nights — every pint purchased between 5–9 PM results in a $1 donation to the featured non-profit. Starting in 2026, all three Goat Patch locations will be participating.
Dungeons and Dragons with Dungeon Master Steven! Knights, Bards, and Wizards welcome. Also enjoy fresh Italian cuisine at the same time!
Join us for Trivia Night with rotating food trucks featuring delicious tacos! Test your knowledge with general trivia, enjoy your favorite brew, and compete for prizes. Free to play with prizes to win!
Trivia Hosted by Jon Eddy: Every Tuesday starting at 6:30pm. Arrive early for seats.
Trivia every Tuesday at Deuces Wild Brewery come enjoy some beer and test your brain!
Trivia every Tuesday at Cerberus hosted by Triviality, come drink and test your knowledge! Free prizes
Test your knowledge every Tuesday at Red Leg with Trivia Nights! Grab your team, sip some beer, and compete to win fun prizes. FREE to enter! Great beer and prizes!
Music Video Bingo at Urban Animal every Tuesday at 7pm
Join us every Tuesday night at the brewery beginning at 7 pm to play live hosted trivia with Not Rocket Science Trivia. Bring your friends and test your trivia skills for great prizes. Grab a beer and let’s play!
Big brain battle at Peaks N Pines! Join Triviality host Al for a night of smarts at the brewery. Teams of up to 8 compete in three-rounds
The first official Wackadoo Warhammer Wednesday is here! Whether you're a Warhammer enthusiast or looking for a fun place to play, we've got tons of room available. Bring your army and join the battle at the brewery! Find link on Brewery Instagram/Website.
Your midweek excuse to get moving and finish with a cold beer. This weekly group run is a collaboration between Cerberus Brewing Co and Urban Animal Downtown. Check-in at 5:00 PM with a hard rollout at 5:15 PM sharp. Distance is approximately 3 miles with a steady, energized pace. Start at either brewery and run the route together, looping back to your starting location. Beer discounts available at both stops. No sign-ups, no fees. Join the Strava Club for routes and updates: https://strava.app.link/neRguUB7i0b
We’ve revamped run night. Wednesday Night Run Club is your midweek excuse to get moving, hit the streets with good people, and celebrate finishing with a cold beer. This weekly group run is a collaboration between Cerberus Brewing Co., Urban Animal Downtown, and the Cerberus Run Team (Pikes Peak Road Runners). The Details: • Check-in: 5 PM • Hard rollout: 5:15 PM sharp • Distance: ~3 miles • Pace: Steady and energized, enough to feel it, not sweat it • Day: Every Wednesday night How It Works: Start at either brewery. We hit the route as a group: connect the dots, keep the rhythm, and enjoy the ride. You’ll reach the other brewery together, then loop back to where you started. Beer discounts await at both stops—because why shouldn’t running pay off? Stay Connected: Join our Strava Club for route details, updates, and occasional bonus challenges. https://strava.app.link/neRguUB7i0b No sign-ups. No fees. Just roll up, run, and toast to getting it done. See you Wednesday.
Bring your own craft project or purchase one of our woodless crochet kits! Create something amazing while enjoying great beer and community at Lost Friend Brewing.
Come play free Bingo at Mash! Whether you're just stopping in for a game or ready to stay for the whole night, there are plenty of chances to win awesome prizes. Grab a beer, sip on a craft cocktail, and settle in for a fun-filled evening. Bring your friends or make some new ones—either way, you’re in for a great time!
Join us every Wednesday night at the brewery to play cribbage or your favorite board game with others that enjoy the game as much as you do. We have cribbage boards and a number of great board games if you don’t bring your favorite. Grab a beer and let’s play!
Trivia every Wednesday at Gunslinger check out our fantastic new brewery with delicious breweries
Bingo every Wednesday at Deuces Wild! Come hang, have a beer and play a classic!
Join us every Wednesday for Music Video BINGO! Win FREE BEER while watching music videos! Join the fun in the taproom from 6:30-8:30 pm – it’s free to play! Your Host will be playing a variety of classic & unique music videos from the last 60 years. You don’t need to know the title or artist to win so relax & have another pint! Just pay attention, work that bingo dabber & drink on! Winners every round + Grand Prize!
Trivia Night at Phantom. Tonight and every Wednesday starting at 6:30. Prizes, punditry, and pints — see you tonight!
Join us every Wednesday night in the Northgate taproom for Trivia with Triviality! Free to play and Prizes to win! Bring some friends and grab your favorite Goat Patch brew and a delicious pizza from the Grazing Goat kitchen!
We’re not like normal trivia nights; we’re a COOL trivia night. Grab the gang and meet us in the Bristol Brewing Pub every Wednesday night for Trivia, independently hosted by the always mischievous and ever-entertaining Dorian! Prepare for a variety of questions from categories like history, pop culture, sports, current events and more with hilarious opportunities to get bonus points. You’ll dance, you’ll laugh, you’ll battle for gift card prizes (and bragging rights) while you have a few pints from the Pub.
Join us with This Is A Clue Trivia Every Wednesday Night to test your knowledge on just about anything and win some cool prizes! All while enjoying great craft beer and awesome Food Trucks!
Join us in in our Black Forest Festhall every Wednesday at 6:30pm for Trivia Fun with great food trucks and prizes!! Check our FB Cover or FB & IG Stories for food trucks and trivia hint.
Join us for beer, trivia, and prizes every Wednesday night at our Lincoln Center taproom! Trivia is hosted by Triviality and kicks off at 6:30 PM. Free to play and open to all experience levels. Bring your crew, grab a pint, and put your knowledge to the test. Prizes awarded each week!
Hit songs from all the decades. Great prizes to be won! This isn't your grandmas bingo. We play the songs.. you mark them on your bingo card.
Join us for Trivia Night hosted by Triviality and enjoy a night of fun, friends, and fantastic prizes.
Trivia at Whistle Pig, come by and compete for great prizes!
Join us every Wednesday for Unscripted Open Mic Night! Enjoy laughs, tears, and all the fun with a rotating lineup of comedians hosted by davidigamble at Seven's Gate Taproom Full Bar. Find link on Brewery Instagram/Website.
Get a workout on the trails. Bike, Hike, or Run. Come back to 105 West for $1 off drinks. Just say we are trails and ales.
Lace up and join us for a casual jog (or a stroll with your pup) up Shooks Run. Whether you’re training for a marathon or just getting your steps in, everyone’s welcome. $1 off pints 10% off food from Stage Stop Cantina
Join chess players from Balanced Rook Chess Club every Thursday! Open to all skill levels from beginners through ranked experts. Assistance available from our staff.
Whether you are a true artist at heart, or just love to doodle, come try your skills at our Therapeutic Thursdays Adult Coloring Night! Every week we will have new (NSFC) coloring pages available starting at 6 PM
Join Goat Patch Brewing – Monument for Music Bingo by Triviality! Test your music knowledge, bring some friends, and see who comes out on top. Held every other Thursday from 6:30–9:00 PM.
Tuesday Night calls for Free Bingo at the brewery! Join us for bingo at 7 PM with various prizes of free beer on the line!
Join us every Thursday for Classic Bingo at Lebowski’s Taproom! Enjoy great drinks, prizes, and laughs starting at 7:00 PM.
Join us every Thursday night for Music BINGO at Pub Dog Colorado! Test your music knowledge while playing bingo with your friends. Hosted by Olson Entertainment. Find link on Brewery Instagram/Website.
Trivia by triviality every Thursday at Urban Animal's downtown location. Join for all the fun! There are 1st-2nd & 3rd place prizes
Big brain battle at Peaks N Pines! Join Triviality host Peter for a night of smarts at the brewery. Teams of up to 8 compete in three-round...
Every Thursday is Trivia Night at OCC Brewing! Get your friends together and test your knowledge while enjoying awesome beers and tasty eats! Winners get fabulous prizes and bragging rights
Rock your best Hawaiian shirt and enjoy $6 beers all day! Celebrate good vibes, cold beers, and tropical style while sipping on re-released fan favorites: Street Taco Skies and Jock-a-mo beers. Find link on Brewery Instagram/Website.
Music Video Bingo every Friday night at Fossil Craft!
A tropical summer IPA with coconut notes. Features tropical hop flavor and toasted coconut notes, perfect for patio drinking.
A light and crisp summer blonde ale with a smooth apricot finish. Ideal for warm weather enjoyment.
Bright, Tart, and made for days like this
A smooth, roasty, creamy peanut butter stout with dessert-like qualities. Limited release for Third Thursday series.
A German Pilsner available at Red Leg Brewing's taproom following the 8th Annual Angel Run. Proceeds benefit Angels of America's Fallen.
A charity brown ale brewed with maple syrup for Faithful Hearts Equine therapy. A smooth and malty brew with subtle sweetness.
A hop-forward cold IPA with a smooth finish and no bitter aftertaste. 5.6% ABV and a summer favorite now back on tap.
A bright, crisp pilsner perfect for the season. At 5% ABV, it's an ideal choice for enjoying with friends outdoors.
A specialty brew released for the Craft for a Cause event benefiting The Underdogs nonprofit organization. Available as a firkin pint.
A crisp and clean Mexican lager brewed with Motueka and Willamette hops, featuring fresh lime zest with a subtle spicy and floral finish.
A rich Imperial Coffee Stout from Prairie Artisan Ales with bold coffee notes and robust character. Limited-time offering available at Seven Gates Taproom.
A big double imperial maple syrup stout aged in Axe and Oak bourbon barrels. Rich and complex with bourbon-forward notes.
A refreshing IPA featured in 105 West Brewing's Tuesday happy hour promotion, available for $5 per pint.
Bright tart cherry meets key lime in this crisp, refreshing modern Berliner Weisse. Basically summer in a glass.
Bright, juicy, and ultra-crushable with big citrus and tropical notes. Built for sunshine and patio hangs.
A tropical fruit-focused wheat ale featuring passion fruit, orange, and guava with an easy-drinking, refreshing character.
A hefeweizen-style wheat beer featuring banana notes for a unique and playful drinking experience.
A crisp pilsner brewed with New Zealand hops, delivering a clean and refreshing lager experience.