BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Downtown Partnership - ECPv6.18.2//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://www.downtowncs.com X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Downtown Partnership REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Denver BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:MDT DTSTART:20250309T090000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:MST DTSTART:20251102T080000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:MDT DTSTART:20260308T090000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:MST DTSTART:20261101T080000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:MDT DTSTART:20270314T090000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:MST DTSTART:20271107T080000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0700 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:MDT DTSTART:20280312T090000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0700 TZNAME:MST DTSTART:20281105T080000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20261107T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20261107T110000 DTSTAMP:20261013T150216Z CREATED:20261013T150216Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261013T150216Z UID:50182-1794049200-1794049200@www.downtowncs.com SUMMARY:In Their Honor Veterans Day Parade DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, September 12 • AdAmAn Alley \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us for an unforgettable evening in AdAmAn Alley\, celebrating the Downtown Creative District and the transformative role art plays in our city. Enjoy a five course culinary experience crafted by Downtown’s finest chefs\, immersive artwork\, live music\, dancing\, and plenty of creative surprises throughout the evening. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Cocktails & Hors d’oeuvres5 p.m. – Red carpet arrival\, cocktail hour Collaborative Five-course Dinner6 p.m. – Long table chef dinner with wine pairings Dance Party8:30 p.m. – Dance next to the magical mural projection \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Proceeds from the event support the work of the Downtown Creative District\, including Art on the Streets\, creative placemaking initiatives like AdAmAn Alley\, cultural programming like the Summer Music Series\, and more. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet the Chefs  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Red Gravy • Chef Eric Brenner Brenner’s culinary pursuit began at an early age working in restaurants in St. Louis’ famous Italian neighborhood\, The Hill. He holds many accolades including features in St. Louis Magazine\, Bon Appetit\, “Chef of the Year” in Sauce Magazine and has been nationally recognized for his win in the Food Network’s 2014 season of Guy’s Grocery Games. Brenner opened Red Gravy in January 2016 as the Owner and Executive Chef\, locally sourcing ingredients and providing excellent customer service in Downtown Colorado Springs. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Colorado Craft Tejon Street Social • Chef Mario Vasquez Born and raised in Vacaville\, CA\, Mario’s culinary influence is rooted in his very young memories of family gatherings. A graduate of Le Cordon Bleu Sacramento\, Mario began his culinary career in Napa\, starting as a line cook and rising quickly through the ranks to Sous and Executive chef status. Chef Mario opened Colorado Craft Tejon Street Social in 2017 and continues to polish his cuisine and define his identity in the Downtown culinary scene. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Oro • Chefs David Ortiz & Casey Weeks Oro is an upscale\, family-style Italian restaurant located inside the historic Mining Exchange Hotel in Downtown Colorado Springs. It blends Old World Italian culinary traditions with local Colorado ingredients. Oro’s menu was developed by James Beard Award nominee Chef Aaron Barnett. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thank You to our Sponsors \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Presenting Sponsor \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hospitality Sponsor \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Art Lover Sponsor \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n AV Sponsor \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Wine Sponsor URL:https://www.downtowncs.com/event/in-their-honor-veterans-day-parade/ LOCATION:Tejon Street\, Downtown Colorado Springs ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.downtowncs.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Veterans-Day-featured.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20261107T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20261107T160000 DTSTAMP:20261019T194235Z CREATED:20261019T194206Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261019T194235Z UID:50547-1794052800-1794067200@www.downtowncs.com SUMMARY:19th Annual Firkin Fest @ Phantom Canyon DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, September 12 • AdAmAn Alley \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us for an unforgettable evening in AdAmAn Alley\, celebrating the Downtown Creative District and the transformative role art plays in our city. Enjoy a five course culinary experience crafted by Downtown’s finest chefs\, immersive artwork\, live music\, dancing\, and plenty of creative surprises throughout the evening. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Cocktails & Hors d’oeuvres5 p.m. – Red carpet arrival\, cocktail hour Collaborative Five-course Dinner6 p.m. – Long table chef dinner with wine pairings Dance Party8:30 p.m. – Dance next to the magical mural projection \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Proceeds from the event support the work of the Downtown Creative District\, including Art on the Streets\, creative placemaking initiatives like AdAmAn Alley\, cultural programming like the Summer Music Series\, and more. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet the Chefs  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Red Gravy • Chef Eric Brenner Brenner’s culinary pursuit began at an early age working in restaurants in St. Louis’ famous Italian neighborhood\, The Hill. He holds many accolades including features in St. Louis Magazine\, Bon Appetit\, “Chef of the Year” in Sauce Magazine and has been nationally recognized for his win in the Food Network’s 2014 season of Guy’s Grocery Games. Brenner opened Red Gravy in January 2016 as the Owner and Executive Chef\, locally sourcing ingredients and providing excellent customer service in Downtown Colorado Springs. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Colorado Craft Tejon Street Social • Chef Mario Vasquez Born and raised in Vacaville\, CA\, Mario’s culinary influence is rooted in his very young memories of family gatherings. A graduate of Le Cordon Bleu Sacramento\, Mario began his culinary career in Napa\, starting as a line cook and rising quickly through the ranks to Sous and Executive chef status. Chef Mario opened Colorado Craft Tejon Street Social in 2017 and continues to polish his cuisine and define his identity in the Downtown culinary scene. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Oro • Chefs David Ortiz & Casey Weeks Oro is an upscale\, family-style Italian restaurant located inside the historic Mining Exchange Hotel in Downtown Colorado Springs. It blends Old World Italian culinary traditions with local Colorado ingredients. Oro’s menu was developed by James Beard Award nominee Chef Aaron Barnett. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thank You to our Sponsors \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Presenting Sponsor \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hospitality Sponsor \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Art Lover Sponsor \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n AV Sponsor \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Wine Sponsor URL:https://www.downtowncs.com/event/19th-annual-firkin-fest-phantom-canyon/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/avif:https://www.downtowncs.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/5c847277-89c6-4ed1-b472-ec8bef117270.jpg@responsive-2400.avif END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20261113T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20270131T210000 DTSTAMP:20261013T165103Z CREATED:20261013T165103Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261013T165103Z UID:50214-1794585600-1801429200@www.downtowncs.com SUMMARY:Skate in the Park DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, September 12 • AdAmAn Alley \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us for an unforgettable evening in AdAmAn Alley\, celebrating the Downtown Creative District and the transformative role art plays in our city. Enjoy a five course culinary experience crafted by Downtown’s finest chefs\, immersive artwork\, live music\, dancing\, and plenty of creative surprises throughout the evening. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Cocktails & Hors d’oeuvres5 p.m. – Red carpet arrival\, cocktail hour Collaborative Five-course Dinner6 p.m. – Long table chef dinner with wine pairings Dance Party8:30 p.m. – Dance next to the magical mural projection \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Proceeds from the event support the work of the Downtown Creative District\, including Art on the Streets\, creative placemaking initiatives like AdAmAn Alley\, cultural programming like the Summer Music Series\, and more. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet the Chefs  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Red Gravy • Chef Eric Brenner Brenner’s culinary pursuit began at an early age working in restaurants in St. Louis’ famous Italian neighborhood\, The Hill. He holds many accolades including features in St. Louis Magazine\, Bon Appetit\, “Chef of the Year” in Sauce Magazine and has been nationally recognized for his win in the Food Network’s 2014 season of Guy’s Grocery Games. Brenner opened Red Gravy in January 2016 as the Owner and Executive Chef\, locally sourcing ingredients and providing excellent customer service in Downtown Colorado Springs. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Colorado Craft Tejon Street Social • Chef Mario Vasquez Born and raised in Vacaville\, CA\, Mario’s culinary influence is rooted in his very young memories of family gatherings. A graduate of Le Cordon Bleu Sacramento\, Mario began his culinary career in Napa\, starting as a line cook and rising quickly through the ranks to Sous and Executive chef status. Chef Mario opened Colorado Craft Tejon Street Social in 2017 and continues to polish his cuisine and define his identity in the Downtown culinary scene. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Oro • Chefs David Ortiz & Casey Weeks Oro is an upscale\, family-style Italian restaurant located inside the historic Mining Exchange Hotel in Downtown Colorado Springs. It blends Old World Italian culinary traditions with local Colorado ingredients. Oro’s menu was developed by James Beard Award nominee Chef Aaron Barnett. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thank You to our Sponsors \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Presenting Sponsor \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hospitality Sponsor \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Art Lover Sponsor \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n AV Sponsor \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Wine Sponsor URL:https://www.downtowncs.com/event/skate-in-the-park/ LOCATION:Acacia Park\, 115 E Platte Ave\,\, Colorado Springs\, CO\, 80903\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.downtowncs.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/07/SkateBear.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20261113T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20261113T190000 DTSTAMP:20261013T165337Z CREATED:20261013T165337Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261013T165337Z UID:50218-1794589200-1794596400@www.downtowncs.com SUMMARY:Community Caroling & Acacia Park Holiday Celebration DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, September 12 • AdAmAn Alley \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us for an unforgettable evening in AdAmAn Alley\, celebrating the Downtown Creative District and the transformative role art plays in our city. Enjoy a five course culinary experience crafted by Downtown’s finest chefs\, immersive artwork\, live music\, dancing\, and plenty of creative surprises throughout the evening. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Cocktails & Hors d’oeuvres5 p.m. – Red carpet arrival\, cocktail hour Collaborative Five-course Dinner6 p.m. – Long table chef dinner with wine pairings Dance Party8:30 p.m. – Dance next to the magical mural projection \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Proceeds from the event support the work of the Downtown Creative District\, including Art on the Streets\, creative placemaking initiatives like AdAmAn Alley\, cultural programming like the Summer Music Series\, and more. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet the Chefs  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Red Gravy • Chef Eric Brenner Brenner’s culinary pursuit began at an early age working in restaurants in St. Louis’ famous Italian neighborhood\, The Hill. He holds many accolades including features in St. Louis Magazine\, Bon Appetit\, “Chef of the Year” in Sauce Magazine and has been nationally recognized for his win in the Food Network’s 2014 season of Guy’s Grocery Games. Brenner opened Red Gravy in January 2016 as the Owner and Executive Chef\, locally sourcing ingredients and providing excellent customer service in Downtown Colorado Springs. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Colorado Craft Tejon Street Social • Chef Mario Vasquez Born and raised in Vacaville\, CA\, Mario’s culinary influence is rooted in his very young memories of family gatherings. A graduate of Le Cordon Bleu Sacramento\, Mario began his culinary career in Napa\, starting as a line cook and rising quickly through the ranks to Sous and Executive chef status. Chef Mario opened Colorado Craft Tejon Street Social in 2017 and continues to polish his cuisine and define his identity in the Downtown culinary scene. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Oro • Chefs David Ortiz & Casey Weeks Oro is an upscale\, family-style Italian restaurant located inside the historic Mining Exchange Hotel in Downtown Colorado Springs. It blends Old World Italian culinary traditions with local Colorado ingredients. Oro’s menu was developed by James Beard Award nominee Chef Aaron Barnett. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thank You to our Sponsors \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Presenting Sponsor \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hospitality Sponsor \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Art Lover Sponsor \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n AV Sponsor \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Wine Sponsor URL:https://www.downtowncs.com/event/community-caroling-acacia-park-holiday-celebration/ LOCATION:Acacia Park\, 115 E Platte Ave\,\, Colorado Springs\, CO\, 80903\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.downtowncs.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/carolers.jpeg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20261114T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20261114T150000 DTSTAMP:20261013T165754Z CREATED:20221208T231211Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261013T165754Z UID:28192-1794654000-1794668400@www.downtowncs.com SUMMARY:Holiday Character Stroll DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, September 12 • AdAmAn Alley \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us for an unforgettable evening in AdAmAn Alley\, celebrating the Downtown Creative District and the transformative role art plays in our city. Enjoy a five course culinary experience crafted by Downtown’s finest chefs\, immersive artwork\, live music\, dancing\, and plenty of creative surprises throughout the evening. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Cocktails & Hors d’oeuvres5 p.m. – Red carpet arrival\, cocktail hour Collaborative Five-course Dinner6 p.m. – Long table chef dinner with wine pairings Dance Party8:30 p.m. – Dance next to the magical mural projection \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Proceeds from the event support the work of the Downtown Creative District\, including Art on the Streets\, creative placemaking initiatives like AdAmAn Alley\, cultural programming like the Summer Music Series\, and more. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet the Chefs  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Red Gravy • Chef Eric Brenner Brenner’s culinary pursuit began at an early age working in restaurants in St. Louis’ famous Italian neighborhood\, The Hill. He holds many accolades including features in St. Louis Magazine\, Bon Appetit\, “Chef of the Year” in Sauce Magazine and has been nationally recognized for his win in the Food Network’s 2014 season of Guy’s Grocery Games. Brenner opened Red Gravy in January 2016 as the Owner and Executive Chef\, locally sourcing ingredients and providing excellent customer service in Downtown Colorado Springs. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Colorado Craft Tejon Street Social • Chef Mario Vasquez Born and raised in Vacaville\, CA\, Mario’s culinary influence is rooted in his very young memories of family gatherings. A graduate of Le Cordon Bleu Sacramento\, Mario began his culinary career in Napa\, starting as a line cook and rising quickly through the ranks to Sous and Executive chef status. Chef Mario opened Colorado Craft Tejon Street Social in 2017 and continues to polish his cuisine and define his identity in the Downtown culinary scene. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Oro • Chefs David Ortiz & Casey Weeks Oro is an upscale\, family-style Italian restaurant located inside the historic Mining Exchange Hotel in Downtown Colorado Springs. It blends Old World Italian culinary traditions with local Colorado ingredients. Oro’s menu was developed by James Beard Award nominee Chef Aaron Barnett. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thank You to our Sponsors \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Presenting Sponsor \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hospitality Sponsor \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Art Lover Sponsor \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n AV Sponsor \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Wine Sponsor URL:https://www.downtowncs.com/event/character-stroll/ LOCATION:Acacia Park\, 115 E Platte Ave\,\, Colorado Springs\, CO\, 80903\, United States CATEGORIES:Holidays ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.downtowncs.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/DP-Character-Stroll-2025-WEB-4256-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20261114T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20261114T150000 DTSTAMP:20261029T173106Z CREATED:20261029T173106Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261029T173106Z UID:50757-1794664800-1794668400@www.downtowncs.com SUMMARY:Bombs\, Bombers\, and Armaments: Lowry Field and Colorado's Commitment to the war effort in WWII DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, September 12 • AdAmAn Alley \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us for an unforgettable evening in AdAmAn Alley\, celebrating the Downtown Creative District and the transformative role art plays in our city. Enjoy a five course culinary experience crafted by Downtown’s finest chefs\, immersive artwork\, live music\, dancing\, and plenty of creative surprises throughout the evening. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Cocktails & Hors d’oeuvres5 p.m. – Red carpet arrival\, cocktail hour Collaborative Five-course Dinner6 p.m. – Long table chef dinner with wine pairings Dance Party8:30 p.m. – Dance next to the magical mural projection \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Proceeds from the event support the work of the Downtown Creative District\, including Art on the Streets\, creative placemaking initiatives like AdAmAn Alley\, cultural programming like the Summer Music Series\, and more. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet the Chefs  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Red Gravy • Chef Eric Brenner Brenner’s culinary pursuit began at an early age working in restaurants in St. Louis’ famous Italian neighborhood\, The Hill. He holds many accolades including features in St. Louis Magazine\, Bon Appetit\, “Chef of the Year” in Sauce Magazine and has been nationally recognized for his win in the Food Network’s 2014 season of Guy’s Grocery Games. Brenner opened Red Gravy in January 2016 as the Owner and Executive Chef\, locally sourcing ingredients and providing excellent customer service in Downtown Colorado Springs. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Colorado Craft Tejon Street Social • Chef Mario Vasquez Born and raised in Vacaville\, CA\, Mario’s culinary influence is rooted in his very young memories of family gatherings. A graduate of Le Cordon Bleu Sacramento\, Mario began his culinary career in Napa\, starting as a line cook and rising quickly through the ranks to Sous and Executive chef status. Chef Mario opened Colorado Craft Tejon Street Social in 2017 and continues to polish his cuisine and define his identity in the Downtown culinary scene. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Oro • Chefs David Ortiz & Casey Weeks Oro is an upscale\, family-style Italian restaurant located inside the historic Mining Exchange Hotel in Downtown Colorado Springs. It blends Old World Italian culinary traditions with local Colorado ingredients. Oro’s menu was developed by James Beard Award nominee Chef Aaron Barnett. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thank You to our Sponsors \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Presenting Sponsor \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hospitality Sponsor \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Art Lover Sponsor \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n AV Sponsor \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Wine Sponsor URL:https://www.downtowncs.com/event/bombs-bombers-and-armaments-lowry-field-and-colorados-commitment-to-the-war-effort-in-wwii/ LOCATION:Colorado Springs Pioneers Museum\, 215 S. Tejon St.\, Colorado Springs\, CO\, 80903\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.downtowncs.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/We-The-People_-Colorado-at-150-Lecture-Series.-Colorado-Springs-Pioneers-Museum.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20261114T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20261114T220000 DTSTAMP:20261019T215522Z CREATED:20261019T215522Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261019T215522Z UID:50560-1794684600-1794693600@www.downtowncs.com SUMMARY:The Street Deacons at Jack Quinn's DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, September 12 • AdAmAn Alley \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us for an unforgettable evening in AdAmAn Alley\, celebrating the Downtown Creative District and the transformative role art plays in our city. Enjoy a five course culinary experience crafted by Downtown’s finest chefs\, immersive artwork\, live music\, dancing\, and plenty of creative surprises throughout the evening. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Cocktails & Hors d’oeuvres5 p.m. – Red carpet arrival\, cocktail hour Collaborative Five-course Dinner6 p.m. – Long table chef dinner with wine pairings Dance Party8:30 p.m. – Dance next to the magical mural projection \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Proceeds from the event support the work of the Downtown Creative District\, including Art on the Streets\, creative placemaking initiatives like AdAmAn Alley\, cultural programming like the Summer Music Series\, and more. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet the Chefs  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Red Gravy • Chef Eric Brenner Brenner’s culinary pursuit began at an early age working in restaurants in St. Louis’ famous Italian neighborhood\, The Hill. He holds many accolades including features in St. Louis Magazine\, Bon Appetit\, “Chef of the Year” in Sauce Magazine and has been nationally recognized for his win in the Food Network’s 2014 season of Guy’s Grocery Games. Brenner opened Red Gravy in January 2016 as the Owner and Executive Chef\, locally sourcing ingredients and providing excellent customer service in Downtown Colorado Springs. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Colorado Craft Tejon Street Social • Chef Mario Vasquez Born and raised in Vacaville\, CA\, Mario’s culinary influence is rooted in his very young memories of family gatherings. A graduate of Le Cordon Bleu Sacramento\, Mario began his culinary career in Napa\, starting as a line cook and rising quickly through the ranks to Sous and Executive chef status. Chef Mario opened Colorado Craft Tejon Street Social in 2017 and continues to polish his cuisine and define his identity in the Downtown culinary scene. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Oro • Chefs David Ortiz & Casey Weeks Oro is an upscale\, family-style Italian restaurant located inside the historic Mining Exchange Hotel in Downtown Colorado Springs. It blends Old World Italian culinary traditions with local Colorado ingredients. Oro’s menu was developed by James Beard Award nominee Chef Aaron Barnett. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thank You to our Sponsors \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Presenting Sponsor \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hospitality Sponsor \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Art Lover Sponsor \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n AV Sponsor \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Wine Sponsor URL:https://www.downtowncs.com/event/the-street-deacons-at-jack-quinns/ LOCATION:Jack Quinn’s Irish Pub\, 21 S. Tejon St.\, Colorado Springs\, CO\, 80903\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.downtowncs.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/street-deacons.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20261115T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20261115T170000 DTSTAMP:20261029T175513Z CREATED:20261029T175513Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261029T175513Z UID:50767-1794754800-1794762000@www.downtowncs.com SUMMARY:World Premiere of New Films from the Youth Documentary Academy DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, September 12 • AdAmAn Alley \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us for an unforgettable evening in AdAmAn Alley\, celebrating the Downtown Creative District and the transformative role art plays in our city. Enjoy a five course culinary experience crafted by Downtown’s finest chefs\, immersive artwork\, live music\, dancing\, and plenty of creative surprises throughout the evening. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Cocktails & Hors d’oeuvres5 p.m. – Red carpet arrival\, cocktail hour Collaborative Five-course Dinner6 p.m. – Long table chef dinner with wine pairings Dance Party8:30 p.m. – Dance next to the magical mural projection \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Proceeds from the event support the work of the Downtown Creative District\, including Art on the Streets\, creative placemaking initiatives like AdAmAn Alley\, cultural programming like the Summer Music Series\, and more. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet the Chefs  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Red Gravy • Chef Eric Brenner Brenner’s culinary pursuit began at an early age working in restaurants in St. Louis’ famous Italian neighborhood\, The Hill. He holds many accolades including features in St. Louis Magazine\, Bon Appetit\, “Chef of the Year” in Sauce Magazine and has been nationally recognized for his win in the Food Network’s 2014 season of Guy’s Grocery Games. Brenner opened Red Gravy in January 2016 as the Owner and Executive Chef\, locally sourcing ingredients and providing excellent customer service in Downtown Colorado Springs. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Colorado Craft Tejon Street Social • Chef Mario Vasquez Born and raised in Vacaville\, CA\, Mario’s culinary influence is rooted in his very young memories of family gatherings. A graduate of Le Cordon Bleu Sacramento\, Mario began his culinary career in Napa\, starting as a line cook and rising quickly through the ranks to Sous and Executive chef status. Chef Mario opened Colorado Craft Tejon Street Social in 2017 and continues to polish his cuisine and define his identity in the Downtown culinary scene. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Oro • Chefs David Ortiz & Casey Weeks Oro is an upscale\, family-style Italian restaurant located inside the historic Mining Exchange Hotel in Downtown Colorado Springs. It blends Old World Italian culinary traditions with local Colorado ingredients. Oro’s menu was developed by James Beard Award nominee Chef Aaron Barnett. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thank You to our Sponsors \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Presenting Sponsor \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hospitality Sponsor \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Art Lover Sponsor \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n AV Sponsor \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Wine Sponsor URL:https://www.downtowncs.com/event/world-premiere-of-new-films-from-the-youth-documentary-academy/ LOCATION:Colorado College\, 14 E Cache La Poudre St\, Colorado Springs\, CO\, 80903\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.downtowncs.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/YDA-filming.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20261119T183000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20261119T183000 DTSTAMP:20261008T205029Z CREATED:20261008T205029Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261008T205029Z UID:50110-1795113000-1795113000@www.downtowncs.com SUMMARY:KRCC LIVE at 75: The Sound of Southern Colorado DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, September 12 • AdAmAn Alley \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us for an unforgettable evening in AdAmAn Alley\, celebrating the Downtown Creative District and the transformative role art plays in our city. Enjoy a five course culinary experience crafted by Downtown’s finest chefs\, immersive artwork\, live music\, dancing\, and plenty of creative surprises throughout the evening. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Cocktails & Hors d’oeuvres5 p.m. – Red carpet arrival\, cocktail hour Collaborative Five-course Dinner6 p.m. – Long table chef dinner with wine pairings Dance Party8:30 p.m. – Dance next to the magical mural projection \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Proceeds from the event support the work of the Downtown Creative District\, including Art on the Streets\, creative placemaking initiatives like AdAmAn Alley\, cultural programming like the Summer Music Series\, and more. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet the Chefs  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Red Gravy • Chef Eric Brenner Brenner’s culinary pursuit began at an early age working in restaurants in St. Louis’ famous Italian neighborhood\, The Hill. He holds many accolades including features in St. Louis Magazine\, Bon Appetit\, “Chef of the Year” in Sauce Magazine and has been nationally recognized for his win in the Food Network’s 2014 season of Guy’s Grocery Games. Brenner opened Red Gravy in January 2016 as the Owner and Executive Chef\, locally sourcing ingredients and providing excellent customer service in Downtown Colorado Springs. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Colorado Craft Tejon Street Social • Chef Mario Vasquez Born and raised in Vacaville\, CA\, Mario’s culinary influence is rooted in his very young memories of family gatherings. A graduate of Le Cordon Bleu Sacramento\, Mario began his culinary career in Napa\, starting as a line cook and rising quickly through the ranks to Sous and Executive chef status. Chef Mario opened Colorado Craft Tejon Street Social in 2017 and continues to polish his cuisine and define his identity in the Downtown culinary scene. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Oro • Chefs David Ortiz & Casey Weeks Oro is an upscale\, family-style Italian restaurant located inside the historic Mining Exchange Hotel in Downtown Colorado Springs. It blends Old World Italian culinary traditions with local Colorado ingredients. Oro’s menu was developed by James Beard Award nominee Chef Aaron Barnett. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thank You to our Sponsors \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Presenting Sponsor \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hospitality Sponsor \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Art Lover Sponsor \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n AV Sponsor \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Wine Sponsor URL:https://www.downtowncs.com/event/krcc-live-at-75-the-sound-of-southern-colorado/ LOCATION:Colorado College\, 14 E Cache La Poudre St\, Colorado Springs\, CO\, 80903\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.downtowncs.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/KRCC_Live_SoundOfSoCos_300x250.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20261121T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20261121T220000 DTSTAMP:20261019T215710Z CREATED:20261019T215710Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261019T215710Z UID:50563-1795289400-1795298400@www.downtowncs.com SUMMARY:Brandon Henderson at Jack Quinn's DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, September 12 • AdAmAn Alley \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us for an unforgettable evening in AdAmAn Alley\, celebrating the Downtown Creative District and the transformative role art plays in our city. Enjoy a five course culinary experience crafted by Downtown’s finest chefs\, immersive artwork\, live music\, dancing\, and plenty of creative surprises throughout the evening. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Cocktails & Hors d’oeuvres5 p.m. – Red carpet arrival\, cocktail hour Collaborative Five-course Dinner6 p.m. – Long table chef dinner with wine pairings Dance Party8:30 p.m. – Dance next to the magical mural projection \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Proceeds from the event support the work of the Downtown Creative District\, including Art on the Streets\, creative placemaking initiatives like AdAmAn Alley\, cultural programming like the Summer Music Series\, and more. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet the Chefs  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Red Gravy • Chef Eric Brenner Brenner’s culinary pursuit began at an early age working in restaurants in St. Louis’ famous Italian neighborhood\, The Hill. He holds many accolades including features in St. Louis Magazine\, Bon Appetit\, “Chef of the Year” in Sauce Magazine and has been nationally recognized for his win in the Food Network’s 2014 season of Guy’s Grocery Games. Brenner opened Red Gravy in January 2016 as the Owner and Executive Chef\, locally sourcing ingredients and providing excellent customer service in Downtown Colorado Springs. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Colorado Craft Tejon Street Social • Chef Mario Vasquez Born and raised in Vacaville\, CA\, Mario’s culinary influence is rooted in his very young memories of family gatherings. A graduate of Le Cordon Bleu Sacramento\, Mario began his culinary career in Napa\, starting as a line cook and rising quickly through the ranks to Sous and Executive chef status. Chef Mario opened Colorado Craft Tejon Street Social in 2017 and continues to polish his cuisine and define his identity in the Downtown culinary scene. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Oro • Chefs David Ortiz & Casey Weeks Oro is an upscale\, family-style Italian restaurant located inside the historic Mining Exchange Hotel in Downtown Colorado Springs. It blends Old World Italian culinary traditions with local Colorado ingredients. Oro’s menu was developed by James Beard Award nominee Chef Aaron Barnett. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thank You to our Sponsors \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Presenting Sponsor \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hospitality Sponsor \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Art Lover Sponsor \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n AV Sponsor \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Wine Sponsor URL:https://www.downtowncs.com/event/brandon-henderson-at-jack-quinns/ LOCATION:Jack Quinn’s Irish Pub\, 21 S. Tejon St.\, Colorado Springs\, CO\, 80903\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.downtowncs.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/brandon-henderson.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20261127T193000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20261127T220000 DTSTAMP:20261019T215853Z CREATED:20261019T215853Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261019T215853Z UID:50566-1795807800-1795816800@www.downtowncs.com SUMMARY:Custer Street Combo at Jack Quinn's DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, September 12 • AdAmAn Alley \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us for an unforgettable evening in AdAmAn Alley\, celebrating the Downtown Creative District and the transformative role art plays in our city. Enjoy a five course culinary experience crafted by Downtown’s finest chefs\, immersive artwork\, live music\, dancing\, and plenty of creative surprises throughout the evening. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Cocktails & Hors d’oeuvres5 p.m. – Red carpet arrival\, cocktail hour Collaborative Five-course Dinner6 p.m. – Long table chef dinner with wine pairings Dance Party8:30 p.m. – Dance next to the magical mural projection \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Proceeds from the event support the work of the Downtown Creative District\, including Art on the Streets\, creative placemaking initiatives like AdAmAn Alley\, cultural programming like the Summer Music Series\, and more. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet the Chefs  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Red Gravy • Chef Eric Brenner Brenner’s culinary pursuit began at an early age working in restaurants in St. Louis’ famous Italian neighborhood\, The Hill. He holds many accolades including features in St. Louis Magazine\, Bon Appetit\, “Chef of the Year” in Sauce Magazine and has been nationally recognized for his win in the Food Network’s 2014 season of Guy’s Grocery Games. Brenner opened Red Gravy in January 2016 as the Owner and Executive Chef\, locally sourcing ingredients and providing excellent customer service in Downtown Colorado Springs. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Colorado Craft Tejon Street Social • Chef Mario Vasquez Born and raised in Vacaville\, CA\, Mario’s culinary influence is rooted in his very young memories of family gatherings. A graduate of Le Cordon Bleu Sacramento\, Mario began his culinary career in Napa\, starting as a line cook and rising quickly through the ranks to Sous and Executive chef status. Chef Mario opened Colorado Craft Tejon Street Social in 2017 and continues to polish his cuisine and define his identity in the Downtown culinary scene. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Oro • Chefs David Ortiz & Casey Weeks Oro is an upscale\, family-style Italian restaurant located inside the historic Mining Exchange Hotel in Downtown Colorado Springs. It blends Old World Italian culinary traditions with local Colorado ingredients. Oro’s menu was developed by James Beard Award nominee Chef Aaron Barnett. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thank You to our Sponsors \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Presenting Sponsor \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hospitality Sponsor \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Art Lover Sponsor \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n AV Sponsor \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Wine Sponsor URL:https://www.downtowncs.com/event/custer-street-combo-at-jack-quinns/ LOCATION:Jack Quinn’s Irish Pub\, 21 S. Tejon St.\, Colorado Springs\, CO\, 80903\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.downtowncs.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/custer-st.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20261128T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20261129T170000 DTSTAMP:20261022T165004Z CREATED:20221027T111725Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261022T165004Z UID:25866-1795860000-1795971600@www.downtowncs.com SUMMARY:Small Business Saturday (+ Sunday) DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, September 12 • AdAmAn Alley \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us for an unforgettable evening in AdAmAn Alley\, celebrating the Downtown Creative District and the transformative role art plays in our city. Enjoy a five course culinary experience crafted by Downtown’s finest chefs\, immersive artwork\, live music\, dancing\, and plenty of creative surprises throughout the evening. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Cocktails & Hors d’oeuvres5 p.m. – Red carpet arrival\, cocktail hour Collaborative Five-course Dinner6 p.m. – Long table chef dinner with wine pairings Dance Party8:30 p.m. – Dance next to the magical mural projection \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Proceeds from the event support the work of the Downtown Creative District\, including Art on the Streets\, creative placemaking initiatives like AdAmAn Alley\, cultural programming like the Summer Music Series\, and more. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet the Chefs  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Red Gravy • Chef Eric Brenner Brenner’s culinary pursuit began at an early age working in restaurants in St. Louis’ famous Italian neighborhood\, The Hill. He holds many accolades including features in St. Louis Magazine\, Bon Appetit\, “Chef of the Year” in Sauce Magazine and has been nationally recognized for his win in the Food Network’s 2014 season of Guy’s Grocery Games. Brenner opened Red Gravy in January 2016 as the Owner and Executive Chef\, locally sourcing ingredients and providing excellent customer service in Downtown Colorado Springs. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Colorado Craft Tejon Street Social • Chef Mario Vasquez Born and raised in Vacaville\, CA\, Mario’s culinary influence is rooted in his very young memories of family gatherings. A graduate of Le Cordon Bleu Sacramento\, Mario began his culinary career in Napa\, starting as a line cook and rising quickly through the ranks to Sous and Executive chef status. Chef Mario opened Colorado Craft Tejon Street Social in 2017 and continues to polish his cuisine and define his identity in the Downtown culinary scene. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Oro • Chefs David Ortiz & Casey Weeks Oro is an upscale\, family-style Italian restaurant located inside the historic Mining Exchange Hotel in Downtown Colorado Springs. It blends Old World Italian culinary traditions with local Colorado ingredients. Oro’s menu was developed by James Beard Award nominee Chef Aaron Barnett. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thank You to our Sponsors \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Presenting Sponsor \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hospitality Sponsor \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Art Lover Sponsor \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n AV Sponsor \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Wine Sponsor URL:https://www.downtowncs.com/event/small-business-saturday/ CATEGORIES:Holidays ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.downtowncs.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/sm-basket.jpg ORGANIZER;CN="Downtown Partnership":MAILTO:info@downtowncs.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20261128T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20261128T150000 DTSTAMP:20261009T173311Z CREATED:20261009T173311Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261009T173311Z UID:50157-1795863600-1795878000@www.downtowncs.com SUMMARY:Holiday Art & Gift Market at Cottonwood DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, September 12 • AdAmAn Alley \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us for an unforgettable evening in AdAmAn Alley\, celebrating the Downtown Creative District and the transformative role art plays in our city. Enjoy a five course culinary experience crafted by Downtown’s finest chefs\, immersive artwork\, live music\, dancing\, and plenty of creative surprises throughout the evening. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Cocktails & Hors d’oeuvres5 p.m. – Red carpet arrival\, cocktail hour Collaborative Five-course Dinner6 p.m. – Long table chef dinner with wine pairings Dance Party8:30 p.m. – Dance next to the magical mural projection \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Proceeds from the event support the work of the Downtown Creative District\, including Art on the Streets\, creative placemaking initiatives like AdAmAn Alley\, cultural programming like the Summer Music Series\, and more. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet the Chefs  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Red Gravy • Chef Eric Brenner Brenner’s culinary pursuit began at an early age working in restaurants in St. Louis’ famous Italian neighborhood\, The Hill. He holds many accolades including features in St. Louis Magazine\, Bon Appetit\, “Chef of the Year” in Sauce Magazine and has been nationally recognized for his win in the Food Network’s 2014 season of Guy’s Grocery Games. Brenner opened Red Gravy in January 2016 as the Owner and Executive Chef\, locally sourcing ingredients and providing excellent customer service in Downtown Colorado Springs. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Colorado Craft Tejon Street Social • Chef Mario Vasquez Born and raised in Vacaville\, CA\, Mario’s culinary influence is rooted in his very young memories of family gatherings. A graduate of Le Cordon Bleu Sacramento\, Mario began his culinary career in Napa\, starting as a line cook and rising quickly through the ranks to Sous and Executive chef status. Chef Mario opened Colorado Craft Tejon Street Social in 2017 and continues to polish his cuisine and define his identity in the Downtown culinary scene. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Oro • Chefs David Ortiz & Casey Weeks Oro is an upscale\, family-style Italian restaurant located inside the historic Mining Exchange Hotel in Downtown Colorado Springs. It blends Old World Italian culinary traditions with local Colorado ingredients. Oro’s menu was developed by James Beard Award nominee Chef Aaron Barnett. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thank You to our Sponsors \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Presenting Sponsor \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hospitality Sponsor \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Art Lover Sponsor \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n AV Sponsor \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Wine Sponsor URL:https://www.downtowncs.com/event/holiday-art-gift-market-at-cottonwood/ LOCATION:Cottonwood Center for the Arts\, 427 E Colorado Ave. ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.downtowncs.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/cw-mkt.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20261204T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20261204T210000 DTSTAMP:20260108T152056Z CREATED:20260108T152056Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T152056Z UID:47812-1796403600-1796418000@www.downtowncs.com SUMMARY:First Friday Art Walk Downtown DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, September 12 • AdAmAn Alley \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us for an unforgettable evening in AdAmAn Alley\, celebrating the Downtown Creative District and the transformative role art plays in our city. Enjoy a five course culinary experience crafted by Downtown’s finest chefs\, immersive artwork\, live music\, dancing\, and plenty of creative surprises throughout the evening. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Cocktails & Hors d’oeuvres5 p.m. – Red carpet arrival\, cocktail hour Collaborative Five-course Dinner6 p.m. – Long table chef dinner with wine pairings Dance Party8:30 p.m. – Dance next to the magical mural projection \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Proceeds from the event support the work of the Downtown Creative District\, including Art on the Streets\, creative placemaking initiatives like AdAmAn Alley\, cultural programming like the Summer Music Series\, and more. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet the Chefs  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Red Gravy • Chef Eric Brenner Brenner’s culinary pursuit began at an early age working in restaurants in St. Louis’ famous Italian neighborhood\, The Hill. He holds many accolades including features in St. Louis Magazine\, Bon Appetit\, “Chef of the Year” in Sauce Magazine and has been nationally recognized for his win in the Food Network’s 2014 season of Guy’s Grocery Games. Brenner opened Red Gravy in January 2016 as the Owner and Executive Chef\, locally sourcing ingredients and providing excellent customer service in Downtown Colorado Springs. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Colorado Craft Tejon Street Social • Chef Mario Vasquez Born and raised in Vacaville\, CA\, Mario’s culinary influence is rooted in his very young memories of family gatherings. A graduate of Le Cordon Bleu Sacramento\, Mario began his culinary career in Napa\, starting as a line cook and rising quickly through the ranks to Sous and Executive chef status. Chef Mario opened Colorado Craft Tejon Street Social in 2017 and continues to polish his cuisine and define his identity in the Downtown culinary scene. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Oro • Chefs David Ortiz & Casey Weeks Oro is an upscale\, family-style Italian restaurant located inside the historic Mining Exchange Hotel in Downtown Colorado Springs. It blends Old World Italian culinary traditions with local Colorado ingredients. Oro’s menu was developed by James Beard Award nominee Chef Aaron Barnett. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thank You to our Sponsors \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Presenting Sponsor \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hospitality Sponsor \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Art Lover Sponsor \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n AV Sponsor \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Wine Sponsor URL:https://www.downtowncs.com/event/first-friday-3/2026-12-04/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.downtowncs.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/DP-First-Friday-Nov2025-WEB-3859-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20261205T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20261205T140000 DTSTAMP:20261029T173355Z CREATED:20261029T173355Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261029T173355Z UID:50761-1796464800-1796479200@www.downtowncs.com SUMMARY:Festival of Lights Family Fun Day DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, September 12 • AdAmAn Alley \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us for an unforgettable evening in AdAmAn Alley\, celebrating the Downtown Creative District and the transformative role art plays in our city. Enjoy a five course culinary experience crafted by Downtown’s finest chefs\, immersive artwork\, live music\, dancing\, and plenty of creative surprises throughout the evening. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Cocktails & Hors d’oeuvres5 p.m. – Red carpet arrival\, cocktail hour Collaborative Five-course Dinner6 p.m. – Long table chef dinner with wine pairings Dance Party8:30 p.m. – Dance next to the magical mural projection \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Proceeds from the event support the work of the Downtown Creative District\, including Art on the Streets\, creative placemaking initiatives like AdAmAn Alley\, cultural programming like the Summer Music Series\, and more. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet the Chefs  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Red Gravy • Chef Eric Brenner Brenner’s culinary pursuit began at an early age working in restaurants in St. Louis’ famous Italian neighborhood\, The Hill. He holds many accolades including features in St. Louis Magazine\, Bon Appetit\, “Chef of the Year” in Sauce Magazine and has been nationally recognized for his win in the Food Network’s 2014 season of Guy’s Grocery Games. Brenner opened Red Gravy in January 2016 as the Owner and Executive Chef\, locally sourcing ingredients and providing excellent customer service in Downtown Colorado Springs. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Colorado Craft Tejon Street Social • Chef Mario Vasquez Born and raised in Vacaville\, CA\, Mario’s culinary influence is rooted in his very young memories of family gatherings. A graduate of Le Cordon Bleu Sacramento\, Mario began his culinary career in Napa\, starting as a line cook and rising quickly through the ranks to Sous and Executive chef status. Chef Mario opened Colorado Craft Tejon Street Social in 2017 and continues to polish his cuisine and define his identity in the Downtown culinary scene. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Oro • Chefs David Ortiz & Casey Weeks Oro is an upscale\, family-style Italian restaurant located inside the historic Mining Exchange Hotel in Downtown Colorado Springs. It blends Old World Italian culinary traditions with local Colorado ingredients. Oro’s menu was developed by James Beard Award nominee Chef Aaron Barnett. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thank You to our Sponsors \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Presenting Sponsor \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hospitality Sponsor \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Art Lover Sponsor \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n AV Sponsor \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Wine Sponsor URL:https://www.downtowncs.com/event/festival-of-lights-family-fun-day/ LOCATION:Colorado Springs Pioneers Museum\, 215 S. Tejon St.\, Colorado Springs\, CO\, 80903\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.downtowncs.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/fol-pioneer.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20261205T140000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20261205T170000 DTSTAMP:20261013T164743Z CREATED:20261013T164743Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261013T164743Z UID:50215-1796479200-1796490000@www.downtowncs.com SUMMARY:Go Elf Yourself DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, September 12 • AdAmAn Alley \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us for an unforgettable evening in AdAmAn Alley\, celebrating the Downtown Creative District and the transformative role art plays in our city. Enjoy a five course culinary experience crafted by Downtown’s finest chefs\, immersive artwork\, live music\, dancing\, and plenty of creative surprises throughout the evening. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Cocktails & Hors d’oeuvres5 p.m. – Red carpet arrival\, cocktail hour Collaborative Five-course Dinner6 p.m. – Long table chef dinner with wine pairings Dance Party8:30 p.m. – Dance next to the magical mural projection \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Proceeds from the event support the work of the Downtown Creative District\, including Art on the Streets\, creative placemaking initiatives like AdAmAn Alley\, cultural programming like the Summer Music Series\, and more. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet the Chefs  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Red Gravy • Chef Eric Brenner Brenner’s culinary pursuit began at an early age working in restaurants in St. Louis’ famous Italian neighborhood\, The Hill. He holds many accolades including features in St. Louis Magazine\, Bon Appetit\, “Chef of the Year” in Sauce Magazine and has been nationally recognized for his win in the Food Network’s 2014 season of Guy’s Grocery Games. Brenner opened Red Gravy in January 2016 as the Owner and Executive Chef\, locally sourcing ingredients and providing excellent customer service in Downtown Colorado Springs. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Colorado Craft Tejon Street Social • Chef Mario Vasquez Born and raised in Vacaville\, CA\, Mario’s culinary influence is rooted in his very young memories of family gatherings. A graduate of Le Cordon Bleu Sacramento\, Mario began his culinary career in Napa\, starting as a line cook and rising quickly through the ranks to Sous and Executive chef status. Chef Mario opened Colorado Craft Tejon Street Social in 2017 and continues to polish his cuisine and define his identity in the Downtown culinary scene. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Oro • Chefs David Ortiz & Casey Weeks Oro is an upscale\, family-style Italian restaurant located inside the historic Mining Exchange Hotel in Downtown Colorado Springs. It blends Old World Italian culinary traditions with local Colorado ingredients. Oro’s menu was developed by James Beard Award nominee Chef Aaron Barnett. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thank You to our Sponsors \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Presenting Sponsor \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hospitality Sponsor \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Art Lover Sponsor \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n AV Sponsor \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Wine Sponsor URL:https://www.downtowncs.com/event/go-elf-yourself/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.downtowncs.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/elf.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20261205T175000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20261205T200000 DTSTAMP:20261013T170333Z CREATED:20231003T132137Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261013T170333Z UID:35436-1796493000-1796500800@www.downtowncs.com SUMMARY:Festival of Lights Parade DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, September 12 • AdAmAn Alley \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us for an unforgettable evening in AdAmAn Alley\, celebrating the Downtown Creative District and the transformative role art plays in our city. Enjoy a five course culinary experience crafted by Downtown’s finest chefs\, immersive artwork\, live music\, dancing\, and plenty of creative surprises throughout the evening. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Cocktails & Hors d’oeuvres5 p.m. – Red carpet arrival\, cocktail hour Collaborative Five-course Dinner6 p.m. – Long table chef dinner with wine pairings Dance Party8:30 p.m. – Dance next to the magical mural projection \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Proceeds from the event support the work of the Downtown Creative District\, including Art on the Streets\, creative placemaking initiatives like AdAmAn Alley\, cultural programming like the Summer Music Series\, and more. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet the Chefs  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Red Gravy • Chef Eric Brenner Brenner’s culinary pursuit began at an early age working in restaurants in St. Louis’ famous Italian neighborhood\, The Hill. He holds many accolades including features in St. Louis Magazine\, Bon Appetit\, “Chef of the Year” in Sauce Magazine and has been nationally recognized for his win in the Food Network’s 2014 season of Guy’s Grocery Games. Brenner opened Red Gravy in January 2016 as the Owner and Executive Chef\, locally sourcing ingredients and providing excellent customer service in Downtown Colorado Springs. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Colorado Craft Tejon Street Social • Chef Mario Vasquez Born and raised in Vacaville\, CA\, Mario’s culinary influence is rooted in his very young memories of family gatherings. A graduate of Le Cordon Bleu Sacramento\, Mario began his culinary career in Napa\, starting as a line cook and rising quickly through the ranks to Sous and Executive chef status. Chef Mario opened Colorado Craft Tejon Street Social in 2017 and continues to polish his cuisine and define his identity in the Downtown culinary scene. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Oro • Chefs David Ortiz & Casey Weeks Oro is an upscale\, family-style Italian restaurant located inside the historic Mining Exchange Hotel in Downtown Colorado Springs. It blends Old World Italian culinary traditions with local Colorado ingredients. Oro’s menu was developed by James Beard Award nominee Chef Aaron Barnett. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thank You to our Sponsors \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Presenting Sponsor \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hospitality Sponsor \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Art Lover Sponsor \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n AV Sponsor \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Wine Sponsor URL:https://www.downtowncs.com/event/festival-of-lights-parade/ LOCATION:Tejon Street\, Downtown Colorado Springs CATEGORIES:Holidays ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.downtowncs.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/colorado-springs-festival-of-lights-home-hero-2022.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20261209T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20261209T200000 DTSTAMP:20261013T165954Z CREATED:20221115T195600Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261013T165954Z UID:26590-1796835600-1796846400@www.downtowncs.com SUMMARY:Evening Holiday Stroll DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, September 12 • AdAmAn Alley \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us for an unforgettable evening in AdAmAn Alley\, celebrating the Downtown Creative District and the transformative role art plays in our city. Enjoy a five course culinary experience crafted by Downtown’s finest chefs\, immersive artwork\, live music\, dancing\, and plenty of creative surprises throughout the evening. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Cocktails & Hors d’oeuvres5 p.m. – Red carpet arrival\, cocktail hour Collaborative Five-course Dinner6 p.m. – Long table chef dinner with wine pairings Dance Party8:30 p.m. – Dance next to the magical mural projection \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Proceeds from the event support the work of the Downtown Creative District\, including Art on the Streets\, creative placemaking initiatives like AdAmAn Alley\, cultural programming like the Summer Music Series\, and more. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet the Chefs  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Red Gravy • Chef Eric Brenner Brenner’s culinary pursuit began at an early age working in restaurants in St. Louis’ famous Italian neighborhood\, The Hill. He holds many accolades including features in St. Louis Magazine\, Bon Appetit\, “Chef of the Year” in Sauce Magazine and has been nationally recognized for his win in the Food Network’s 2014 season of Guy’s Grocery Games. Brenner opened Red Gravy in January 2016 as the Owner and Executive Chef\, locally sourcing ingredients and providing excellent customer service in Downtown Colorado Springs. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Colorado Craft Tejon Street Social • Chef Mario Vasquez Born and raised in Vacaville\, CA\, Mario’s culinary influence is rooted in his very young memories of family gatherings. A graduate of Le Cordon Bleu Sacramento\, Mario began his culinary career in Napa\, starting as a line cook and rising quickly through the ranks to Sous and Executive chef status. Chef Mario opened Colorado Craft Tejon Street Social in 2017 and continues to polish his cuisine and define his identity in the Downtown culinary scene. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Oro • Chefs David Ortiz & Casey Weeks Oro is an upscale\, family-style Italian restaurant located inside the historic Mining Exchange Hotel in Downtown Colorado Springs. It blends Old World Italian culinary traditions with local Colorado ingredients. Oro’s menu was developed by James Beard Award nominee Chef Aaron Barnett. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thank You to our Sponsors \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Presenting Sponsor \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hospitality Sponsor \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Art Lover Sponsor \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n AV Sponsor \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Wine Sponsor URL:https://www.downtowncs.com/event/holiday-stroll/ CATEGORIES:Holidays ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.downtowncs.com/wp-content/uploads/2022/11/holiday-stroll-scaled.jpeg ORGANIZER;CN="Downtown Partnership":MAILTO:info@downtowncs.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20261211T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20261211T000000 DTSTAMP:20261009T175320Z CREATED:20261009T175320Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261009T175320Z UID:50163-1796947200-1796947200@www.downtowncs.com SUMMARY:Creative Connections @ Auric Gallery DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, September 12 • AdAmAn Alley \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us for an unforgettable evening in AdAmAn Alley\, celebrating the Downtown Creative District and the transformative role art plays in our city. Enjoy a five course culinary experience crafted by Downtown’s finest chefs\, immersive artwork\, live music\, dancing\, and plenty of creative surprises throughout the evening. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Cocktails & Hors d’oeuvres5 p.m. – Red carpet arrival\, cocktail hour Collaborative Five-course Dinner6 p.m. – Long table chef dinner with wine pairings Dance Party8:30 p.m. – Dance next to the magical mural projection \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Proceeds from the event support the work of the Downtown Creative District\, including Art on the Streets\, creative placemaking initiatives like AdAmAn Alley\, cultural programming like the Summer Music Series\, and more. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet the Chefs  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Red Gravy • Chef Eric Brenner Brenner’s culinary pursuit began at an early age working in restaurants in St. Louis’ famous Italian neighborhood\, The Hill. He holds many accolades including features in St. Louis Magazine\, Bon Appetit\, “Chef of the Year” in Sauce Magazine and has been nationally recognized for his win in the Food Network’s 2014 season of Guy’s Grocery Games. Brenner opened Red Gravy in January 2016 as the Owner and Executive Chef\, locally sourcing ingredients and providing excellent customer service in Downtown Colorado Springs. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Colorado Craft Tejon Street Social • Chef Mario Vasquez Born and raised in Vacaville\, CA\, Mario’s culinary influence is rooted in his very young memories of family gatherings. A graduate of Le Cordon Bleu Sacramento\, Mario began his culinary career in Napa\, starting as a line cook and rising quickly through the ranks to Sous and Executive chef status. Chef Mario opened Colorado Craft Tejon Street Social in 2017 and continues to polish his cuisine and define his identity in the Downtown culinary scene. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Oro • Chefs David Ortiz & Casey Weeks Oro is an upscale\, family-style Italian restaurant located inside the historic Mining Exchange Hotel in Downtown Colorado Springs. It blends Old World Italian culinary traditions with local Colorado ingredients. Oro’s menu was developed by James Beard Award nominee Chef Aaron Barnett. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thank You to our Sponsors \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Presenting Sponsor \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hospitality Sponsor \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Art Lover Sponsor \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n AV Sponsor \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Wine Sponsor URL:https://www.downtowncs.com/event/creative-connections-auric-gallery/ LOCATION:Auric Gallery\, 125 E Boulder St\, Colorado Springs\, CO\, 80903\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.downtowncs.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/Creative-Connections.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20261219T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20261219T200000 DTSTAMP:20261019T155849Z CREATED:20261019T155849Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261019T155849Z UID:50495-1797696000-1797710400@www.downtowncs.com SUMMARY:Mistletoe Women's Art Market DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, September 12 • AdAmAn Alley \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us for an unforgettable evening in AdAmAn Alley\, celebrating the Downtown Creative District and the transformative role art plays in our city. Enjoy a five course culinary experience crafted by Downtown’s finest chefs\, immersive artwork\, live music\, dancing\, and plenty of creative surprises throughout the evening. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Cocktails & Hors d’oeuvres5 p.m. – Red carpet arrival\, cocktail hour Collaborative Five-course Dinner6 p.m. – Long table chef dinner with wine pairings Dance Party8:30 p.m. – Dance next to the magical mural projection \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Proceeds from the event support the work of the Downtown Creative District\, including Art on the Streets\, creative placemaking initiatives like AdAmAn Alley\, cultural programming like the Summer Music Series\, and more. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet the Chefs  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Red Gravy • Chef Eric Brenner Brenner’s culinary pursuit began at an early age working in restaurants in St. Louis’ famous Italian neighborhood\, The Hill. He holds many accolades including features in St. Louis Magazine\, Bon Appetit\, “Chef of the Year” in Sauce Magazine and has been nationally recognized for his win in the Food Network’s 2014 season of Guy’s Grocery Games. Brenner opened Red Gravy in January 2016 as the Owner and Executive Chef\, locally sourcing ingredients and providing excellent customer service in Downtown Colorado Springs. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Colorado Craft Tejon Street Social • Chef Mario Vasquez Born and raised in Vacaville\, CA\, Mario’s culinary influence is rooted in his very young memories of family gatherings. A graduate of Le Cordon Bleu Sacramento\, Mario began his culinary career in Napa\, starting as a line cook and rising quickly through the ranks to Sous and Executive chef status. Chef Mario opened Colorado Craft Tejon Street Social in 2017 and continues to polish his cuisine and define his identity in the Downtown culinary scene. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Oro • Chefs David Ortiz & Casey Weeks Oro is an upscale\, family-style Italian restaurant located inside the historic Mining Exchange Hotel in Downtown Colorado Springs. It blends Old World Italian culinary traditions with local Colorado ingredients. Oro’s menu was developed by James Beard Award nominee Chef Aaron Barnett. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thank You to our Sponsors \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Presenting Sponsor \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hospitality Sponsor \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Art Lover Sponsor \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n AV Sponsor \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Wine Sponsor URL:https://www.downtowncs.com/event/mistletoe-womens-art-market/ LOCATION:Carter Payne\, 320 S Weber St\, Colorado Springs\, CO\, 80903\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.downtowncs.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/mistletoe.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20270101T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20270101T210000 DTSTAMP:20260108T152056Z CREATED:20260108T152056Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T152056Z UID:47813-1798822800-1798837200@www.downtowncs.com SUMMARY:First Friday Art Walk Downtown DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, September 12 • AdAmAn Alley \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us for an unforgettable evening in AdAmAn Alley\, celebrating the Downtown Creative District and the transformative role art plays in our city. Enjoy a five course culinary experience crafted by Downtown’s finest chefs\, immersive artwork\, live music\, dancing\, and plenty of creative surprises throughout the evening. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Cocktails & Hors d’oeuvres5 p.m. – Red carpet arrival\, cocktail hour Collaborative Five-course Dinner6 p.m. – Long table chef dinner with wine pairings Dance Party8:30 p.m. – Dance next to the magical mural projection \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Proceeds from the event support the work of the Downtown Creative District\, including Art on the Streets\, creative placemaking initiatives like AdAmAn Alley\, cultural programming like the Summer Music Series\, and more. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet the Chefs  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Red Gravy • Chef Eric Brenner Brenner’s culinary pursuit began at an early age working in restaurants in St. Louis’ famous Italian neighborhood\, The Hill. He holds many accolades including features in St. Louis Magazine\, Bon Appetit\, “Chef of the Year” in Sauce Magazine and has been nationally recognized for his win in the Food Network’s 2014 season of Guy’s Grocery Games. Brenner opened Red Gravy in January 2016 as the Owner and Executive Chef\, locally sourcing ingredients and providing excellent customer service in Downtown Colorado Springs. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Colorado Craft Tejon Street Social • Chef Mario Vasquez Born and raised in Vacaville\, CA\, Mario’s culinary influence is rooted in his very young memories of family gatherings. A graduate of Le Cordon Bleu Sacramento\, Mario began his culinary career in Napa\, starting as a line cook and rising quickly through the ranks to Sous and Executive chef status. Chef Mario opened Colorado Craft Tejon Street Social in 2017 and continues to polish his cuisine and define his identity in the Downtown culinary scene. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Oro • Chefs David Ortiz & Casey Weeks Oro is an upscale\, family-style Italian restaurant located inside the historic Mining Exchange Hotel in Downtown Colorado Springs. It blends Old World Italian culinary traditions with local Colorado ingredients. Oro’s menu was developed by James Beard Award nominee Chef Aaron Barnett. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thank You to our Sponsors \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Presenting Sponsor \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hospitality Sponsor \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Art Lover Sponsor \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n AV Sponsor \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Wine Sponsor URL:https://www.downtowncs.com/event/first-friday-3/2027-01-01/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.downtowncs.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/DP-First-Friday-Nov2025-WEB-3859-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20270205T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20270205T210000 DTSTAMP:20260108T152056Z CREATED:20260108T152056Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T152056Z UID:47814-1801846800-1801861200@www.downtowncs.com SUMMARY:First Friday Art Walk Downtown DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, September 12 • AdAmAn Alley \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us for an unforgettable evening in AdAmAn Alley\, celebrating the Downtown Creative District and the transformative role art plays in our city. Enjoy a five course culinary experience crafted by Downtown’s finest chefs\, immersive artwork\, live music\, dancing\, and plenty of creative surprises throughout the evening. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Cocktails & Hors d’oeuvres5 p.m. – Red carpet arrival\, cocktail hour Collaborative Five-course Dinner6 p.m. – Long table chef dinner with wine pairings Dance Party8:30 p.m. – Dance next to the magical mural projection \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Proceeds from the event support the work of the Downtown Creative District\, including Art on the Streets\, creative placemaking initiatives like AdAmAn Alley\, cultural programming like the Summer Music Series\, and more. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet the Chefs  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Red Gravy • Chef Eric Brenner Brenner’s culinary pursuit began at an early age working in restaurants in St. Louis’ famous Italian neighborhood\, The Hill. He holds many accolades including features in St. Louis Magazine\, Bon Appetit\, “Chef of the Year” in Sauce Magazine and has been nationally recognized for his win in the Food Network’s 2014 season of Guy’s Grocery Games. Brenner opened Red Gravy in January 2016 as the Owner and Executive Chef\, locally sourcing ingredients and providing excellent customer service in Downtown Colorado Springs. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Colorado Craft Tejon Street Social • Chef Mario Vasquez Born and raised in Vacaville\, CA\, Mario’s culinary influence is rooted in his very young memories of family gatherings. A graduate of Le Cordon Bleu Sacramento\, Mario began his culinary career in Napa\, starting as a line cook and rising quickly through the ranks to Sous and Executive chef status. Chef Mario opened Colorado Craft Tejon Street Social in 2017 and continues to polish his cuisine and define his identity in the Downtown culinary scene. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Oro • Chefs David Ortiz & Casey Weeks Oro is an upscale\, family-style Italian restaurant located inside the historic Mining Exchange Hotel in Downtown Colorado Springs. It blends Old World Italian culinary traditions with local Colorado ingredients. Oro’s menu was developed by James Beard Award nominee Chef Aaron Barnett. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thank You to our Sponsors \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Presenting Sponsor \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hospitality Sponsor \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Art Lover Sponsor \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n AV Sponsor \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Wine Sponsor URL:https://www.downtowncs.com/event/first-friday-3/2027-02-05/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.downtowncs.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/DP-First-Friday-Nov2025-WEB-3859-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20270305T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20270305T210000 DTSTAMP:20260108T152056Z CREATED:20260108T152056Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T152056Z UID:47815-1804266000-1804280400@www.downtowncs.com SUMMARY:First Friday Art Walk Downtown DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, September 12 • AdAmAn Alley \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us for an unforgettable evening in AdAmAn Alley\, celebrating the Downtown Creative District and the transformative role art plays in our city. Enjoy a five course culinary experience crafted by Downtown’s finest chefs\, immersive artwork\, live music\, dancing\, and plenty of creative surprises throughout the evening. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Cocktails & Hors d’oeuvres5 p.m. – Red carpet arrival\, cocktail hour Collaborative Five-course Dinner6 p.m. – Long table chef dinner with wine pairings Dance Party8:30 p.m. – Dance next to the magical mural projection \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Proceeds from the event support the work of the Downtown Creative District\, including Art on the Streets\, creative placemaking initiatives like AdAmAn Alley\, cultural programming like the Summer Music Series\, and more. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet the Chefs  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Red Gravy • Chef Eric Brenner Brenner’s culinary pursuit began at an early age working in restaurants in St. Louis’ famous Italian neighborhood\, The Hill. He holds many accolades including features in St. Louis Magazine\, Bon Appetit\, “Chef of the Year” in Sauce Magazine and has been nationally recognized for his win in the Food Network’s 2014 season of Guy’s Grocery Games. Brenner opened Red Gravy in January 2016 as the Owner and Executive Chef\, locally sourcing ingredients and providing excellent customer service in Downtown Colorado Springs. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Colorado Craft Tejon Street Social • Chef Mario Vasquez Born and raised in Vacaville\, CA\, Mario’s culinary influence is rooted in his very young memories of family gatherings. A graduate of Le Cordon Bleu Sacramento\, Mario began his culinary career in Napa\, starting as a line cook and rising quickly through the ranks to Sous and Executive chef status. Chef Mario opened Colorado Craft Tejon Street Social in 2017 and continues to polish his cuisine and define his identity in the Downtown culinary scene. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Oro • Chefs David Ortiz & Casey Weeks Oro is an upscale\, family-style Italian restaurant located inside the historic Mining Exchange Hotel in Downtown Colorado Springs. It blends Old World Italian culinary traditions with local Colorado ingredients. Oro’s menu was developed by James Beard Award nominee Chef Aaron Barnett. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thank You to our Sponsors \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Presenting Sponsor \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hospitality Sponsor \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Art Lover Sponsor \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n AV Sponsor \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Wine Sponsor URL:https://www.downtowncs.com/event/first-friday-3/2027-03-05/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.downtowncs.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/DP-First-Friday-Nov2025-WEB-3859-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20270402T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20270402T210000 DTSTAMP:20260108T152056Z CREATED:20260108T152056Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T152056Z UID:47816-1806685200-1806699600@www.downtowncs.com SUMMARY:First Friday Art Walk Downtown DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, September 12 • AdAmAn Alley \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us for an unforgettable evening in AdAmAn Alley\, celebrating the Downtown Creative District and the transformative role art plays in our city. Enjoy a five course culinary experience crafted by Downtown’s finest chefs\, immersive artwork\, live music\, dancing\, and plenty of creative surprises throughout the evening. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Cocktails & Hors d’oeuvres5 p.m. – Red carpet arrival\, cocktail hour Collaborative Five-course Dinner6 p.m. – Long table chef dinner with wine pairings Dance Party8:30 p.m. – Dance next to the magical mural projection \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Proceeds from the event support the work of the Downtown Creative District\, including Art on the Streets\, creative placemaking initiatives like AdAmAn Alley\, cultural programming like the Summer Music Series\, and more. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet the Chefs  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Red Gravy • Chef Eric Brenner Brenner’s culinary pursuit began at an early age working in restaurants in St. Louis’ famous Italian neighborhood\, The Hill. He holds many accolades including features in St. Louis Magazine\, Bon Appetit\, “Chef of the Year” in Sauce Magazine and has been nationally recognized for his win in the Food Network’s 2014 season of Guy’s Grocery Games. Brenner opened Red Gravy in January 2016 as the Owner and Executive Chef\, locally sourcing ingredients and providing excellent customer service in Downtown Colorado Springs. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Colorado Craft Tejon Street Social • Chef Mario Vasquez Born and raised in Vacaville\, CA\, Mario’s culinary influence is rooted in his very young memories of family gatherings. A graduate of Le Cordon Bleu Sacramento\, Mario began his culinary career in Napa\, starting as a line cook and rising quickly through the ranks to Sous and Executive chef status. Chef Mario opened Colorado Craft Tejon Street Social in 2017 and continues to polish his cuisine and define his identity in the Downtown culinary scene. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Oro • Chefs David Ortiz & Casey Weeks Oro is an upscale\, family-style Italian restaurant located inside the historic Mining Exchange Hotel in Downtown Colorado Springs. It blends Old World Italian culinary traditions with local Colorado ingredients. Oro’s menu was developed by James Beard Award nominee Chef Aaron Barnett. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thank You to our Sponsors \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Presenting Sponsor \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hospitality Sponsor \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Art Lover Sponsor \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n AV Sponsor \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Wine Sponsor URL:https://www.downtowncs.com/event/first-friday-3/2027-04-02/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.downtowncs.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/DP-First-Friday-Nov2025-WEB-3859-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20270507T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20270507T210000 DTSTAMP:20260108T152056Z CREATED:20260108T152056Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T152056Z UID:47817-1809709200-1809723600@www.downtowncs.com SUMMARY:First Friday Art Walk Downtown DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, September 12 • AdAmAn Alley \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us for an unforgettable evening in AdAmAn Alley\, celebrating the Downtown Creative District and the transformative role art plays in our city. Enjoy a five course culinary experience crafted by Downtown’s finest chefs\, immersive artwork\, live music\, dancing\, and plenty of creative surprises throughout the evening. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Cocktails & Hors d’oeuvres5 p.m. – Red carpet arrival\, cocktail hour Collaborative Five-course Dinner6 p.m. – Long table chef dinner with wine pairings Dance Party8:30 p.m. – Dance next to the magical mural projection \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Proceeds from the event support the work of the Downtown Creative District\, including Art on the Streets\, creative placemaking initiatives like AdAmAn Alley\, cultural programming like the Summer Music Series\, and more. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet the Chefs  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Red Gravy • Chef Eric Brenner Brenner’s culinary pursuit began at an early age working in restaurants in St. Louis’ famous Italian neighborhood\, The Hill. He holds many accolades including features in St. Louis Magazine\, Bon Appetit\, “Chef of the Year” in Sauce Magazine and has been nationally recognized for his win in the Food Network’s 2014 season of Guy’s Grocery Games. Brenner opened Red Gravy in January 2016 as the Owner and Executive Chef\, locally sourcing ingredients and providing excellent customer service in Downtown Colorado Springs. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Colorado Craft Tejon Street Social • Chef Mario Vasquez Born and raised in Vacaville\, CA\, Mario’s culinary influence is rooted in his very young memories of family gatherings. A graduate of Le Cordon Bleu Sacramento\, Mario began his culinary career in Napa\, starting as a line cook and rising quickly through the ranks to Sous and Executive chef status. Chef Mario opened Colorado Craft Tejon Street Social in 2017 and continues to polish his cuisine and define his identity in the Downtown culinary scene. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Oro • Chefs David Ortiz & Casey Weeks Oro is an upscale\, family-style Italian restaurant located inside the historic Mining Exchange Hotel in Downtown Colorado Springs. It blends Old World Italian culinary traditions with local Colorado ingredients. Oro’s menu was developed by James Beard Award nominee Chef Aaron Barnett. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thank You to our Sponsors \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Presenting Sponsor \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hospitality Sponsor \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Art Lover Sponsor \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n AV Sponsor \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Wine Sponsor URL:https://www.downtowncs.com/event/first-friday-3/2027-05-07/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.downtowncs.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/DP-First-Friday-Nov2025-WEB-3859-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20270604T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20270604T210000 DTSTAMP:20260108T152056Z CREATED:20260108T152056Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T152056Z UID:47818-1812128400-1812142800@www.downtowncs.com SUMMARY:First Friday Art Walk Downtown DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, September 12 • AdAmAn Alley \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us for an unforgettable evening in AdAmAn Alley\, celebrating the Downtown Creative District and the transformative role art plays in our city. Enjoy a five course culinary experience crafted by Downtown’s finest chefs\, immersive artwork\, live music\, dancing\, and plenty of creative surprises throughout the evening. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Cocktails & Hors d’oeuvres5 p.m. – Red carpet arrival\, cocktail hour Collaborative Five-course Dinner6 p.m. – Long table chef dinner with wine pairings Dance Party8:30 p.m. – Dance next to the magical mural projection \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Proceeds from the event support the work of the Downtown Creative District\, including Art on the Streets\, creative placemaking initiatives like AdAmAn Alley\, cultural programming like the Summer Music Series\, and more. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet the Chefs  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Red Gravy • Chef Eric Brenner Brenner’s culinary pursuit began at an early age working in restaurants in St. Louis’ famous Italian neighborhood\, The Hill. He holds many accolades including features in St. Louis Magazine\, Bon Appetit\, “Chef of the Year” in Sauce Magazine and has been nationally recognized for his win in the Food Network’s 2014 season of Guy’s Grocery Games. Brenner opened Red Gravy in January 2016 as the Owner and Executive Chef\, locally sourcing ingredients and providing excellent customer service in Downtown Colorado Springs. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Colorado Craft Tejon Street Social • Chef Mario Vasquez Born and raised in Vacaville\, CA\, Mario’s culinary influence is rooted in his very young memories of family gatherings. A graduate of Le Cordon Bleu Sacramento\, Mario began his culinary career in Napa\, starting as a line cook and rising quickly through the ranks to Sous and Executive chef status. Chef Mario opened Colorado Craft Tejon Street Social in 2017 and continues to polish his cuisine and define his identity in the Downtown culinary scene. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Oro • Chefs David Ortiz & Casey Weeks Oro is an upscale\, family-style Italian restaurant located inside the historic Mining Exchange Hotel in Downtown Colorado Springs. It blends Old World Italian culinary traditions with local Colorado ingredients. Oro’s menu was developed by James Beard Award nominee Chef Aaron Barnett. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thank You to our Sponsors \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Presenting Sponsor \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hospitality Sponsor \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Art Lover Sponsor \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n AV Sponsor \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Wine Sponsor URL:https://www.downtowncs.com/event/first-friday-3/2027-06-04/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.downtowncs.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/DP-First-Friday-Nov2025-WEB-3859-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20270702T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20270702T210000 DTSTAMP:20260108T152056Z CREATED:20260108T152056Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T152056Z UID:47819-1814547600-1814562000@www.downtowncs.com SUMMARY:First Friday Art Walk Downtown DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, September 12 • AdAmAn Alley \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us for an unforgettable evening in AdAmAn Alley\, celebrating the Downtown Creative District and the transformative role art plays in our city. Enjoy a five course culinary experience crafted by Downtown’s finest chefs\, immersive artwork\, live music\, dancing\, and plenty of creative surprises throughout the evening. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Cocktails & Hors d’oeuvres5 p.m. – Red carpet arrival\, cocktail hour Collaborative Five-course Dinner6 p.m. – Long table chef dinner with wine pairings Dance Party8:30 p.m. – Dance next to the magical mural projection \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Proceeds from the event support the work of the Downtown Creative District\, including Art on the Streets\, creative placemaking initiatives like AdAmAn Alley\, cultural programming like the Summer Music Series\, and more. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet the Chefs  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Red Gravy • Chef Eric Brenner Brenner’s culinary pursuit began at an early age working in restaurants in St. Louis’ famous Italian neighborhood\, The Hill. He holds many accolades including features in St. Louis Magazine\, Bon Appetit\, “Chef of the Year” in Sauce Magazine and has been nationally recognized for his win in the Food Network’s 2014 season of Guy’s Grocery Games. Brenner opened Red Gravy in January 2016 as the Owner and Executive Chef\, locally sourcing ingredients and providing excellent customer service in Downtown Colorado Springs. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Colorado Craft Tejon Street Social • Chef Mario Vasquez Born and raised in Vacaville\, CA\, Mario’s culinary influence is rooted in his very young memories of family gatherings. A graduate of Le Cordon Bleu Sacramento\, Mario began his culinary career in Napa\, starting as a line cook and rising quickly through the ranks to Sous and Executive chef status. Chef Mario opened Colorado Craft Tejon Street Social in 2017 and continues to polish his cuisine and define his identity in the Downtown culinary scene. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Oro • Chefs David Ortiz & Casey Weeks Oro is an upscale\, family-style Italian restaurant located inside the historic Mining Exchange Hotel in Downtown Colorado Springs. It blends Old World Italian culinary traditions with local Colorado ingredients. Oro’s menu was developed by James Beard Award nominee Chef Aaron Barnett. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thank You to our Sponsors \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Presenting Sponsor \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hospitality Sponsor \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Art Lover Sponsor \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n AV Sponsor \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Wine Sponsor URL:https://www.downtowncs.com/event/first-friday-3/2027-07-02/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.downtowncs.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/DP-First-Friday-Nov2025-WEB-3859-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20270806T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20270806T210000 DTSTAMP:20260108T152056Z CREATED:20260108T152056Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T152056Z UID:47820-1817571600-1817586000@www.downtowncs.com SUMMARY:First Friday Art Walk Downtown DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, September 12 • AdAmAn Alley \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us for an unforgettable evening in AdAmAn Alley\, celebrating the Downtown Creative District and the transformative role art plays in our city. Enjoy a five course culinary experience crafted by Downtown’s finest chefs\, immersive artwork\, live music\, dancing\, and plenty of creative surprises throughout the evening. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Cocktails & Hors d’oeuvres5 p.m. – Red carpet arrival\, cocktail hour Collaborative Five-course Dinner6 p.m. – Long table chef dinner with wine pairings Dance Party8:30 p.m. – Dance next to the magical mural projection \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Proceeds from the event support the work of the Downtown Creative District\, including Art on the Streets\, creative placemaking initiatives like AdAmAn Alley\, cultural programming like the Summer Music Series\, and more. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet the Chefs  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Red Gravy • Chef Eric Brenner Brenner’s culinary pursuit began at an early age working in restaurants in St. Louis’ famous Italian neighborhood\, The Hill. He holds many accolades including features in St. Louis Magazine\, Bon Appetit\, “Chef of the Year” in Sauce Magazine and has been nationally recognized for his win in the Food Network’s 2014 season of Guy’s Grocery Games. Brenner opened Red Gravy in January 2016 as the Owner and Executive Chef\, locally sourcing ingredients and providing excellent customer service in Downtown Colorado Springs. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Colorado Craft Tejon Street Social • Chef Mario Vasquez Born and raised in Vacaville\, CA\, Mario’s culinary influence is rooted in his very young memories of family gatherings. A graduate of Le Cordon Bleu Sacramento\, Mario began his culinary career in Napa\, starting as a line cook and rising quickly through the ranks to Sous and Executive chef status. Chef Mario opened Colorado Craft Tejon Street Social in 2017 and continues to polish his cuisine and define his identity in the Downtown culinary scene. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Oro • Chefs David Ortiz & Casey Weeks Oro is an upscale\, family-style Italian restaurant located inside the historic Mining Exchange Hotel in Downtown Colorado Springs. It blends Old World Italian culinary traditions with local Colorado ingredients. Oro’s menu was developed by James Beard Award nominee Chef Aaron Barnett. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thank You to our Sponsors \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Presenting Sponsor \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hospitality Sponsor \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Art Lover Sponsor \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n AV Sponsor \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Wine Sponsor URL:https://www.downtowncs.com/event/first-friday-3/2027-08-06/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.downtowncs.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/DP-First-Friday-Nov2025-WEB-3859-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20270903T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20270903T210000 DTSTAMP:20260108T152056Z CREATED:20260108T152056Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T152056Z UID:47821-1819990800-1820005200@www.downtowncs.com SUMMARY:First Friday Art Walk Downtown DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, September 12 • AdAmAn Alley \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us for an unforgettable evening in AdAmAn Alley\, celebrating the Downtown Creative District and the transformative role art plays in our city. Enjoy a five course culinary experience crafted by Downtown’s finest chefs\, immersive artwork\, live music\, dancing\, and plenty of creative surprises throughout the evening. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Cocktails & Hors d’oeuvres5 p.m. – Red carpet arrival\, cocktail hour Collaborative Five-course Dinner6 p.m. – Long table chef dinner with wine pairings Dance Party8:30 p.m. – Dance next to the magical mural projection \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Proceeds from the event support the work of the Downtown Creative District\, including Art on the Streets\, creative placemaking initiatives like AdAmAn Alley\, cultural programming like the Summer Music Series\, and more. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet the Chefs  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Red Gravy • Chef Eric Brenner Brenner’s culinary pursuit began at an early age working in restaurants in St. Louis’ famous Italian neighborhood\, The Hill. He holds many accolades including features in St. Louis Magazine\, Bon Appetit\, “Chef of the Year” in Sauce Magazine and has been nationally recognized for his win in the Food Network’s 2014 season of Guy’s Grocery Games. Brenner opened Red Gravy in January 2016 as the Owner and Executive Chef\, locally sourcing ingredients and providing excellent customer service in Downtown Colorado Springs. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Colorado Craft Tejon Street Social • Chef Mario Vasquez Born and raised in Vacaville\, CA\, Mario’s culinary influence is rooted in his very young memories of family gatherings. A graduate of Le Cordon Bleu Sacramento\, Mario began his culinary career in Napa\, starting as a line cook and rising quickly through the ranks to Sous and Executive chef status. Chef Mario opened Colorado Craft Tejon Street Social in 2017 and continues to polish his cuisine and define his identity in the Downtown culinary scene. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Oro • Chefs David Ortiz & Casey Weeks Oro is an upscale\, family-style Italian restaurant located inside the historic Mining Exchange Hotel in Downtown Colorado Springs. It blends Old World Italian culinary traditions with local Colorado ingredients. Oro’s menu was developed by James Beard Award nominee Chef Aaron Barnett. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thank You to our Sponsors \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Presenting Sponsor \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hospitality Sponsor \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Art Lover Sponsor \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n AV Sponsor \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Wine Sponsor URL:https://www.downtowncs.com/event/first-friday-3/2027-09-03/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.downtowncs.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/DP-First-Friday-Nov2025-WEB-3859-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Denver:20271001T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Denver:20271001T210000 DTSTAMP:20260108T152056Z CREATED:20260108T152056Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260108T152056Z UID:47822-1822410000-1822424400@www.downtowncs.com SUMMARY:First Friday Art Walk Downtown DESCRIPTION:Saturday\, September 12 • AdAmAn Alley \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Get Tickets\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join us for an unforgettable evening in AdAmAn Alley\, celebrating the Downtown Creative District and the transformative role art plays in our city. Enjoy a five course culinary experience crafted by Downtown’s finest chefs\, immersive artwork\, live music\, dancing\, and plenty of creative surprises throughout the evening. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Cocktails & Hors d’oeuvres5 p.m. – Red carpet arrival\, cocktail hour Collaborative Five-course Dinner6 p.m. – Long table chef dinner with wine pairings Dance Party8:30 p.m. – Dance next to the magical mural projection \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Proceeds from the event support the work of the Downtown Creative District\, including Art on the Streets\, creative placemaking initiatives like AdAmAn Alley\, cultural programming like the Summer Music Series\, and more. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet the Chefs  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Red Gravy • Chef Eric Brenner Brenner’s culinary pursuit began at an early age working in restaurants in St. Louis’ famous Italian neighborhood\, The Hill. He holds many accolades including features in St. Louis Magazine\, Bon Appetit\, “Chef of the Year” in Sauce Magazine and has been nationally recognized for his win in the Food Network’s 2014 season of Guy’s Grocery Games. Brenner opened Red Gravy in January 2016 as the Owner and Executive Chef\, locally sourcing ingredients and providing excellent customer service in Downtown Colorado Springs. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Colorado Craft Tejon Street Social • Chef Mario Vasquez Born and raised in Vacaville\, CA\, Mario’s culinary influence is rooted in his very young memories of family gatherings. A graduate of Le Cordon Bleu Sacramento\, Mario began his culinary career in Napa\, starting as a line cook and rising quickly through the ranks to Sous and Executive chef status. Chef Mario opened Colorado Craft Tejon Street Social in 2017 and continues to polish his cuisine and define his identity in the Downtown culinary scene. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Oro • Chefs David Ortiz & Casey Weeks Oro is an upscale\, family-style Italian restaurant located inside the historic Mining Exchange Hotel in Downtown Colorado Springs. It blends Old World Italian culinary traditions with local Colorado ingredients. Oro’s menu was developed by James Beard Award nominee Chef Aaron Barnett. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thank You to our Sponsors \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Presenting Sponsor \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hospitality Sponsor \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Art Lover Sponsor \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n AV Sponsor \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Wine Sponsor URL:https://www.downtowncs.com/event/first-friday-3/2027-10-01/ ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://www.downtowncs.com/wp-content/uploads/2026/01/DP-First-Friday-Nov2025-WEB-3859-scaled.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR