Starlight Spectacular 2026

Experience the Magic of Starlight

For more than 20 years, the Starlight Spectacular brought thousands of people together to celebrate the outdoors beneath the Colorado sky. In 2026, this beloved Colorado Springs tradition returns, reimagined as an unforgettable evening under the stars.

Hosted by the Trails and Open Space Coalition, Starlight Spectacular is a celebration of the places, partners, and people that make the Pikes Peak region extraordinary. Set among the historic grounds of Rock Ledge Ranch and the breathtaking backdrop of Garden of the Gods, the evening transforms into a glowing outdoor festival filled with music, adventure, nature, and community.

As the sun sets and the sandstone starts to glow gold, guests will gather for an evening unlike anything else in Colorado Springs.

Your Evening Includes:

• Catered dinner and drinks (2) enjoyed outdoors beneath the Harvest Moon

• Live music by Roma Ransom

• A vibrant festival zone featuring outdoor recreation partners, activities and games for all ages, artists, community organizations, and more!

• A Luminary Loop winding throughout the historic grounds of Rock Ledge Ranch

• A dedicated yoga experience under the evening sky

• Opportunities to connect with fellow outdoor enthusiasts while celebrating the parks, trails, and open spaces that make our community special

Elevate Your Evening with a Guided Adventure (Add-On Experience)

For those looking to explore beyond the festival, a limited selection of guided, interpretive hiking experiences through Garden of the Gods will be available as an optional add-on. Led by knowledgeable guides, these special hikes offer the rare opportunity to experience the park during its most magical hours, from the warm glow of sunset and Golden Hour to the quiet beauty of twilight. As darkness falls, guests will continue their adventure on headlamp-guided hikes beneath the light of the full Harvest Moon, discovering the park's fascinating geology, wildlife, history, and cultural significance in a whole new way. With towering sandstone formations illuminated by moonlight and headlamps, these unforgettable hikes reveal a peaceful, awe-inspiring side of Garden of the Gods that few have the chance to experience. Space is limited for these exclusive hiking experiences. 

Some things are more than swag—they become part of the story. Another upgrade offered,  are comemorative water bottles to take home the memories with you! You are able to purchase those on the ticketing page.

Light Up the Night

Be part of the magic! Guests are encouraged to wear glowing costumes, light-up accessories, illuminated hats, colorful LEDs, glow sticks, or anything that shines. Together, we'll create a dazzling celebration where the trails, the festival, and the community come alive beneath a sky full of stars. (Please be kind to the wildlife and others, and don't overdo the lights on your outfit!)

More Than a Night Out

Every ticket helps protect the places we love.

As the Trails and Open Space Coalition's largest annual fundraiser, the Starlight Spectacular supports trail stewardship, outdoor advocacy, conservation, and equitable access to parks, trails, and open spaces throughout the Pikes Peak region. All proceeds from this event will support the TOSC and the Garden of the Gods Foundation, and Rock Ledge Ranch Historic Site at Garden of the Gods Park.

Whether you're exploring glowing trails, dancing to live music, discovering local outdoor organizations, or hiking beneath the stars, Starlight Spectacular is more than an event, it's a celebration of our outdoor community and the incredible landscapes that bring us together.

Join us for an unforgettable night under the stars.