COLORADO — Each week, News5 tries to compile a list of fun-filled events happening across Colorado. From the X-Games to Skate in the Park, there's plenty to enjoy this weekend.
X Games
The world's top action sports athletes are in Aspen for the 2025 X Games! The annual event is expected to draw thousands of fans from Thursday until Saturday. There will be five skiing and snowboarding competitions. Defending snowboard champion Chloe Kim, freestyle skier Alex Hall, and more of the sports biggest stars will be competing. More information here.
WATCH: X Games Aspen begins Thursday night
Skate in the Park
It's the final weekend of the annual Skate in the Park holiday celebration! The event takes place at Acacia Park. Sessions for Friday are from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. and 7 p.m. to 9 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
National Western Stock Show
It the final weekend of the National Western Stock Show in Denver! 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
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