Visit Colorado Springs

515 South Cascade Avenue 80903

Championship Meetings & Events in Olympic City USA

Choosing the perfect destination can be challenging. You strive to find a place that attendees want to visit with compelling off-site activities and great venues. Colorado Springs is a vibrant southern-Colorado city that sits at the base of Pikes Peak – America’s Mountain. Easy to get to and full of adventure, culture and natural wonders, Colorado Springs is a winning choice. Here are seven compelling reasons to send your RFP to Visit Colorado Springs: 1. MOUNTAIN SCENERY: The city's location at the base of Pikes Peak and the surrounding mountains provides a beautiful and unique setting for any event. The natural beauty of the area can serve as a backdrop for outdoor events and can also be incorporated into indoor events through the use of natural light and mountain views. 2. OUTDOOR ADVENTURE: The city's proximity to the mountains offers a wide range of outdoor activities for attendees, such as hiking, biking and rock climbing, which can be incorporated into team building and recreational activities before, during and after a conference. 3. MILITARY PRESENCE: Colorado Springs is home to several military installations, including the United States Air Force Academy, Peterson Air Force Base, Ft Carson Mountain Post and Schriever Air Force Base, which can be interesting for events catering to military or veteran groups. 4. CULTURAL ATTRACTIONS: The city has a vibrant arts and culture scene, with many museums, theaters and cultural centers that can be used as off-site event venues. Top choices include the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Museum, Colorado Springs Fine Arts Center at Colorado College, The Broadmoor World Arena and the Space Foundation Discovery Center. 5. MEETING FACILITIES: Colorado Springs offers a wide range of meeting facilities, including hotels, conference centers, and event venues that can accommodate groups of various sizes and styles. View the Visit Colorado Springs photo gallery above to see all of our full-service properties. 6. ACCESSIBILITY: Colorado Springs is easily accessible by air, with the Colorado Airport just 11 miles from Downtown Colorado Springs. By car, Colorado Springs is just 60 miles south of Denver on Interstate 25. 7. CLIMATE: Colorado Springs has low humidity and is protected from the elements by Pikes Peak and the foothills known as the Front Range. Yes, we get snow, but not as much as other western cities such as Denver and Minneapolis. Our abundant sunshine means the snow never sticks around for long. Summer evenings are pleasantly cool and our fall weather is spectacular. Overall, Colorado Springs offers a unique blend of natural beauty, outdoor recreation, military history, cultural arts and meeting facilities that will provide a memorable and productive experience for meeting attendees.

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Getting Here

Take exit 141 off I-25 and go east several blocks to the southeast corner of Cascade Avenue and Cimarron St. Free parking available in our parking lot.

Distance from airport

  • Colorado Springs Airport

    11 mi. from city center


Local Attractions

Colorado Springs Airport

Airport
15 minutes away
The Colorado Springs Airport is only 11 miles from Downtown Colorado Springs, and you can be at your hotel or on a trail in the foothills within 20 minutes. Serviced by United, American, Delta, Southwest and Sun Country. Fall in love with Colorado's small airport.
7770 Milton E. Proby Parkway
Colorado Springs, CO, US 80916

Pikes Peak Highway

Recreation
25 minutes away
Drive the Pikes Peak Highway to the 14,115-ft. summit of Pikes Peak. Enjoy spectacular views along the way and explore the new Pikes Peak Summit Visitor Center and accessible summit platform to see the views that inspired the words to America the Beautiful.
5069 Pikes Peak Highway
Cascade, CO, US 80809

U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Museum

Museum
2 blocks away
A state-of-the-art accessible tribute to the Olympic & Paralympic athletes of Team USA.
200 S. Sierra Madre St.
Colorado Springs, CO, US 80903

The Broadmoor Manitou and Pikes Peak Cog Railway

Recreation
20 minutes away
Since 1891, millions have taken this epic trip to 14,115-ft. summit of America's mountain. Sit back, relax and enjoy the splendors of Colorado: steep canyons, panoramic vistas & wildlife abound. Reservations required. The entire trip takes 3.5 hours and includes 45 minutes at the summit.
515 Ruxton Ave.
Manitou Ave., CO, US 80829

U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Training Center

Historical landmark
15 minutes away
Visit the training grounds of Olympic & Paralympic Hopefuls. Guided tours which include a 12-minute film and 45-minute walking tour of the Complex. Visit the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Spirit Store - your one-stop shopping venue for Team USA apparel and gifts!
1 Olympic Plaza
Colorado Springs, CO, US 80909

Pikes Peak Summit Visitor Center

Recreation
25 mi. away
Accessible by the Pikes Peak Highway and The Broadmoor Manitou and Pikes Peak Cog Railway, the new Pikes Peak Summit Visitor Center is a new, accessible building that showcases the gorgeous views and celebrates the fascinating history of America's Mountain. The elevated boardwalk makes the entire summit accessible.
5089 Pikes Peak Highway
Cascade, CO, US 80809

U.S. Air Force Academy

University
20 minutes away
Whether you’re a first-time visitor or a repeat guest, we hope to make your visit memorable and inspiring. Our visitor resources include important details for getting on base, business hours, and places of interest. Explore the campus using our convenient self-guided tour or visit us through our incredible virtual experience from the comfort of home. The Cadet Chapel is currently covered and undergoing extensive renovations for the next several years. A new visitor center broke ground in early 2023.
2346 Academy Dr
US Air Force Academy, CO, US 80840

Garden of the Gods Visitor & Nature Center

Park
15 minutes away
Explore Colorado Springs’ paradise in one magical stop. The Visitor Center is the most visited attraction in the region with an exciting, 14-minute, HD multimedia show: "How Did Those Red Rocks Get There?”.
1805 N. 30th St.
Colorado Springs, CO, US 80904

Convention Centers

  • The Broadmoor

    A luxurious retreat located at the foot of the Rockies, The Broadmoor is the pinnacle of meeting locations in North America with 784 rooms and suites and over 315,000 square feet of flexible meeting and event space.

    • Exhibit Space93,500 sq. ft.
      Total meeting space14,025 sq. ft.

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High season
May 21 – Aug 15
Shoulder season
Jan 1 – May 20
Aug 16 – Nov 15
Low season
Nov 16 – Dec 31

Additional Information

Fast Facts about Colorado Springs -Colorado's second-largest city -Located on I-25, just 70 miles south of Denver -Home of Pikes Peak - America's Mountain -Home of Garden of the Gods Park -Home of the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Training Center and Team USA -Home of the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Museum -Home of the U.S. Air Force Academy -55+ attractions -Outdoor recreation year-round Colorado Springs Airport (www.FlyCOS.com) -American Airlines -Delta -Southwest -United Our Largest Full-Service Hotels & Resorts -The Antlers Hotel -The Broadmoor -Cheyenne Mountain Resort -Colorado Springs Marriott -DoubleTree by Hilton -Element Downtown -Hotel Polaris -Mining Exchange, a Wyndham Grand Hotel -SpringHill Suites Downtown VCOS Services -Customized hotel and venue proposals -Area information and referrals -Transportation solutions -Complimentary Official Visitor Guides -Attendee bags & promotional items -Images and digital interactive maps to promote your event -Customized maps to promote your event and Colorado Springs -Permit assistance -Letter from the mayor and/or the governor