The El Paso County Nature Centers offer a wide diversity of special events. From the annual Fountain Creek Family Fun Day, Girl and Boy Scout Events, to Bear Creek by Candlelight, there is something for everyone across El Paso County. Check back often to find what exciting upcoming event you can participate in!
Special Events in 2025
Honey Harvest & Pollinator Celebration Day
August 23, 2025
Bunco at Bear Creek Nature Center
August 29, 2025
Happy Trails BBQ
September 12, 2025
Boo! At Bear Creek
October 18, 2025
Bear Run 3K& 5K Fun Run and Walk
November 8, 2025
Bear Creek by Candlelight
December 5, 2025
Chocolate Bunny Egg Hunt
April 4, 2026
Jack-o-Lantern Carving Party and Jack-o-Lantern Trail
October 25th, 2025
Bunco Night at Fountain Creek Nature Center
November 7, 2025
Holiday Artisan and Craft Show
November 22, 2025
Nature Hikes with Santa
December 13th, 2025
Chocolate Bunny Walk & Egg Hunt
April 4, 2026
Fountain Creek Family Fun Day Festival
May 2, 2026
Special Events at other parks around El Paso County
Take a Kid Mountain Biking Day at Fox Run Regional Park
October 4th, 2025
Winter Fun at Fox Run Regional Park
February 2026
Nighttime EGGstravaganza at Fox Run Regional Park
April 3, 2026
Annual Pikes Peak Birding and Nature Festival!
May 14-17, 2026
Free Archery Day at Bear Creek Archery Range
May, 2026
El Paso County Kite Festival at Falcon Regional Park
June, 2026
September Lights Fest at Fox Run Regional Park
September, 2026 (no event in 2025 due to park refurbishments)
Pre-registration and pre-payment is required for most programs. Space may be limited. General Program Cancellation Policy: No refunds are given for public program registrations unless the program is cancelled by the Nature Centers. In the case of severe or dangerous weather staff may deem the conditions unsafe and may reschedule or cancel an event or program. All refunds will be paid by check. Check refunds may take 3-4 weeks to process.
