SOUTHERN COLORADO — Each week, News5 tries to compile a list of fun-filled events happening across Colorado. From Vintage Market Days to the Switchbacks championship game, there's plenty to enjoy this weekend.
Vintage Market Days
Vintage Market Days is happening all weekend long at the Norris Penrose Event Center in Colorado Springs! The event will be held from Friday through Sunday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. There will be art, antiques, clothing, jewelry, home decor, and much more. Tickets start at $12. More information here.
USL Championship
The Colorado Springs Switchbacks FC are hosting the USL Championship on Saturday! They will face Rhode Island FC at Weidner Field at 10 a.m. as they look to win their first ever USL Championship. In May, the Switchbacks defeated Rhode Island 3-1. Tickets for the game start at $79. More information here.
Skate in the Park
The annual Skate in the Park holiday celebration continues this weekend! The event takes place at Acacia Park. Sessions Friday are from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. and 7 p.m. to 9 p.m. On Saturday, you can skate 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. Sunday's sessions will be held 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. More information here.
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Santa Express Train
The Santa Express Train to the Royal Gorge is back! Board the train and enjoy the winter wonderland along the way. Children will get to meet Santa and will receive a special gift from him. The train departs at 4 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. on Friday and Saturday, and 4 p.m. on Sunday. Tickets start at $94. More information here.
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