COLORADO — Each week, News5 tries to compile a list of fun-filled events happening across Colorado. From the Cripple Creek Ice Castles to the National Western Stock Show, there's plenty of fun to enjoy this weekend.
National Western Stock Show
The National Western Stock Show returns to Denver this weekend! The event, which started in 1906, features livestock, rodeos, and horse shows. This year's event runs from Saturday, January 11 to Sunday, January 26 at the Denver Coliseum. Grounds Admission tickets start at $27 for adults More information here.
WATCH: Looking for something to do? The National Western Stock Show kicks off this weekend
Ice Castles in Cripple Creek
The Ice Castles in Cripple Creek, a popular winter attraction, are now open! Ice Castles have been operating around Colorado since 2011, but this is the second year the attraction will be in Cripple Creek. A new location for Ice Castles is now open in Eagle. Tickets in Cripple Creek for general admission start at $21. More information here.
WATCH: How crews build the Cripple Creek Ice Castles
Skate in the Park
The annual Skate in the Park holiday celebration continues this weekend! The event takes place at Acacia Park. Sessions for Friday are from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m., Saturday from 10 a.m. to noon, 1 p.m. to 3 p.m., 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. and 7 p.m. to 9 p.m., and Sunday from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m., 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. and 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. Tickets are $13 per session and include skates. More information here.
WATCH: Skate in the Park a marketing boost for Downtown Colorado Springs
Orchid Showcase
The Orchid Showcase at the Denver Botanic Gardens kicks off this weekend at its location on York Street. The event runs Friday through Sunday from 9 a.m. until 2:30 p.m., and there will be orchids for sale on Saturday. Visitors can also enter photos for the Gardens' 2025 Orchid Showcase. More information here.
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