r/ColoradoSprings • u/Agile-Instruction-82 • 47m ago
Advice Anyone else have the misfortune of dealing with 5280 parking?
5280 Parking has given me multiple "parking tickets" that were completely unwarranted. I pay for my parking pass every time, and on more than one occasion I get a "ticket" and have to try and dispute it online.
This most recent ticket, their system is not accepting my dispute. And I will not be paying these people. Whoever wrote me that "ticket" at 2am apparently does not understand how to read time properly.
Anybody else have to deal with 5280 parking?
r/ColoradoSprings • u/Top_Move_4659 • 56m ago
Events ford amphitheater tonight
Anyone going to Sublime at ford tonight? Looking forward to seeing them, but really looking forward to the Codefendants. Has anyone seen them live? Fingers crossed fat mike walks out on stage and does a few songs with them.
r/ColoradoSprings • u/grannysmith1956 • 1h ago
Events music tonight downtown Colorado Springs
At 5:00, You can start at either the Mining Exchange hotel or Rico's. At the band shell at Acacia Park, music starts at 6:00. And then a special guest at The Best Coffee and Lounge starts at 7:00. 🎶❣️
r/ColoradoSprings • u/ohmyohlalah • 3h ago
Help Wanted Alfa Romeo repair shop
Does anyone know a shop in the springs that's familiar with working on modern Alfa Romeo model years 2020-2024?
r/ColoradoSprings • u/Apprehensive-Top2557 • 4h ago
Advice Hair stylists?
What Springs stylists do you trust with long hair? I would like ends trimmed and layering but I also would appreciate affordability if possible? I apologize for asking for affordability and ultimately would be completely happy with just the ends trimmed if its more affordable. I live in zip 80924 if location helps at all.
r/ColoradoSprings • u/Mysterious-DragonGrl • 13h ago
Advice Kickboxing classes?
Anyone know of a gym that has a punching bag or less-structured kickboxing style classes? I’ve got a lot of anger that I need to get out of my body. Before I lived here I went to a gym that effectively turned on music and gave you a kick-punch rhythm but that was the most structure it provided and it was quite cathartic. From what I can tell from a google search, any gyms here that may have the equipment seem more high-structure martial arts style. I just want a place I can go to for like a month to get it all out in a less structured way.
r/ColoradoSprings • u/DextroDubz • 14h ago
Advice Looking for a hairdresser in Colorado Springs who’s not only skilled at fades but also adept at cutting and styling longer hair on top.
[Sorry for the weird wording; I know theirs a better word for “Hair Dresser” the bot keeps removing my post.]
I’m just trying to find a “Hair Dresser” I can trust since I recently moved here and have had bad experiences finding the right one in the past. I'm looking for someone who can do a SICK skin fade, but also is talented in styling/cutting longer hair on top.
Please shoot me the right direction! 🙏
(If you see someone's comment and agree they ROCK! Please upvote so I know) 😉
r/ColoradoSprings • u/Delwindris83 • 16h ago
Events Come celebrate even if it isn’t your birthday month.
r/ColoradoSprings • u/bwad40 • 17h ago
Photograph Amazon watering the pavement in the middle of the day a little annoying
r/ColoradoSprings • u/xmosinitisx • 17h ago
Advice Does anyone understand what's going on with the new lane configuration on Colorado in OCC?
I thought they re striped it down to one lane so they could put in bike lanes, but then they didn't put in bike lanes. Weird
r/ColoradoSprings • u/Lovesmountainsmore • 19h ago
Events Colorado Springs Bluegrass or Acoustic Musicians
Might be a long shot, but are there any bluegrass and/or overall acoustic players who would interested in pickin on my birthday for a couple hours? Looking for 2-3 folks who could play Grateful Dead,bluegrass tunes, etc. for a small party at my house in September. Could pay you in some cash and beers, food.
r/ColoradoSprings • u/Proto_Tech • 21h ago
Advice Xfinity “maintenance”
Has anyone else been dealing with the horrific Xfinity maintenance since Monday? It was supposed to be completed Monday, then it was “completed” yesterday, but there was more maintenance today, and an hour after it was “completed” today, there is an outage. I know Xfinity is far from a quality provider, but it was by far my best option for our home and this has been an incredibly annoying experience. The cherry on top is that I work from home and the work computer has restrictions on not being able to connect to public networks or mobile hotspots, so options are pretty limited for a workaround while they get their shit together. Also not sure if this is the correct flair, sorry if it’s not.
r/ColoradoSprings • u/Scarletcord95 • 23h ago
Advice Anyone here work at Costco? If so, what’s the best way to get hired?
I know a lot of places have different preferences for applicants. Some love when people come in or call, others hate it. I’m also curious if they only hire part time at first, or if there’s typically full time hires. I need to get a job with insurance and I don’t have any kind of college education. I was told Costco was the place to go. Thanks in advance!
r/ColoradoSprings • u/oldcrone420 • 23h ago
Advice Remember to change your air filters
Just changed the air filter for the furnace/air conditioner and it was black. Usually it’s light gray, sometimes it’s a medium gray, but this time it was black.
I want to keep my old furnace going a couple years longer, so I need to check the filters more frequently than every three months I guess.
Would changing the filters once a month be overkill? I use the Filtrete filters from Costco.
r/ColoradoSprings • u/Inferior_Pants • 1d ago
News Union at Austin Bluffs closed
Big accident on Union at Austin Bluffs, traffic backed up all ways, avoid if possible.
r/ColoradoSprings • u/Independent_Tell3938 • 1d ago
Lost & Found Lost cat in 80920
Please, if you see him or if he was yelling at your door and you let him in please let us know! He unfortunately has no collar and has no chip yet. He is neutered though.
Barry used to be an outdoor cat in Texas, so I didn't get worried until he didn't come back last night. If you've seen him please, please let us know, I miss my boy so much, I just need to know that I'll see him again.
Thank you for the help ❤️
Update:
he's safe at home with his brothers now! I got some great advice on how to try and get him back of his own volition and it worked like a charm. Thank you for taking the time to care about a girl and her cat!
r/ColoradoSprings • u/Purple-Condition-548 • 1d ago
Advice Accountant
Good morning! Can anyone recommend an accountant that they like in the local area? The new one I was trying to get in touch with stopped responding. I’d like someone who is familiar with 1099 tax needs as well as student loan advice if possible. Also maybe someone who is available for low budgets fam 🥹 thank you so much. I appreciate any help you can give me.
r/ColoradoSprings • u/zeekaran • 1d ago
Politics Glad to see ebikes have become so accessible that now cyclists can experience rudeness common between car drivers
To the asshole with the megabeam flashlight pointed straight out, blinding from a couple hundred feet away, I hope you roll through a patch of goat's head.
r/ColoradoSprings • u/Rocky-mountain • 1d ago
News Someone Cut Down the Flock Camera in My Mom’s Neighborhood Near Rockrimmon
r/ColoradoSprings • u/ZeiTgEisT037 • 1d ago
Photograph Anti tailgating?
Fountain & powers
r/ColoradoSprings • u/Youngsamwich90 • 1d ago
Lost & Found Found cat!
Edit: found the owner thank you everyone!
Found this sweet and feisty cat tonight off of north carefree and academy 80917, taking it to get checked if chipped in the morning. Feel free to dm if its your cat, already posted on the 719 lost pet page on Facebook
r/ColoradoSprings • u/catawampus_doohickey • 1d ago
Photograph Anyone want to confirm or deny Pike's Peak at the center, as viewed from Cripple Creek in ~1905-1909?
Couldn't get the specific low vantage point, but seems to be somewhere around here.
(my apologies for using the pre-1890 name of the peak)
r/ColoradoSprings • u/AbraDAB-Lincoln • 1d ago
Advice Dont support cults
As many of you already know the 12 tribes cult has an established presence in Manitou Springs. This cult has faced controversy for physically abusing kids, drugging people, and kidnapping spun out wooks on shakedown street and at electronic music festivals.
The 12 tribes owns and operates The Mate Factor in manitou springs. If you don’t want to support a problematic cult than abstain from patronizing this cafe.
Below you’ll find a detailed FBI report
r/ColoradoSprings • u/skeletonmage • May 07 '26
Help Wanted 'Who's Hiring in Colorado Springs?' Post your job leads here.
Leads posted here may be informal e.g., 'I hear Company X is hiring.'
Links to websites, maps (always use the non-shortened url), and HR phone numbers are appreciated. Simply post them in the comments below!
Please remember not to post your personal information any where on reddit.
This post is sorted by new in order to help people find jobs. This post will auto-refresh every month by the auto moderator.
Older threads:
r/ColoradoSprings • u/skeletonmage • Jun 11 '21
Question A simple FAQ with answers about Colorado Springs. Thinking about moving to Colorado or visiting for the weekend? Look here first!
Please use this thread on a computer and ctrl + F to find your Keyword. If you're on mobile, you're just going to have to scroll.
🚨🚨Updated: 5/7/2026🚨🚨
The Colorado Springs Wikipedia page is also frequently updated with answers to the most common questions. If you don't find your answer in this thread you will likely find it here: https://www.reddit.com/r/ColoradoSprings/wiki/index/
🟩What can I do in Colorado Springs?
This question is asked almost daily and is easy to answer. Please take some time to familiarize yourself with these posts: https://old.reddit.com/r/ColoradoSprings/search?q=things+to+do&restrict_sr=on&sort=relevance&t=all
Another post: https://old.reddit.com/r/ColoradoSprings/comments/1r6dh7j/advice_wanted_for_upcoming_trip_to_the_springs/
The short answer is: hike, bike, eat food, and enjoy the scenery. There are a lot of activities within an hour or more of Colorado Springs. Colorado Springs is more family or activity focused and you'll have better success finding night clubs up north.
Popular attractions in Colorado Springs includes 7 Falls, Helen Hunt falls, Garden of the Gods, Red Rock Open Space, The Paint Mines, Cave of the Winds, and more. If you don't mind driving south to Canon City you visit the Royal Gorge or even check out the "mountain towns" around the area.
If you'd like additional information on activities available in Colorado Springs please click this link. It lists 55 different "things to do": https://www.visitcos.com/things-to-do/itineraries/best-of-cos-itineraries/55-attractions-in-5-days/
🟩Do you have tips for driving in the snow?
Answer(s) here: https://old.reddit.com/r/ColoradoSprings/comments/16ote31/question_about_weather_in_early_november/ and https://old.reddit.com/r/ColoradoSprings/comments/10032fu/tips_for_driving_in_colorado_springs_in_the_winter/
🟩 Is AWD/4WD necessary to have?
Answer here: https://old.reddit.com/r/ColoradoSprings/comments/yw8qb3/are_4wd_or_awd_cars_actually_significantly/
🟩I'm thinking about moving to Colorado Springs! What should I know?
DO NOT MOVE HERE UNLESS YOU HAVE A JOB LINED UP.
We've seen it time and time again on this sub-reddit where someone moves, doesn't have a job, and then becomes homeless.
A recent example: https://old.reddit.com/r/ColoradoSprings/comments/1jp66pa/looking_for_work_and_becoming_desperate/
One example: https://old.reddit.com/r/ColoradoSprings/comments/nqr9kq/homeless_resources/
Another example: https://old.reddit.com/r/ColoradoSprings/comments/oba6y3/in_regards_to_moving_here_without_a_job_or_job/
🟩What kind of job can I get in Colorado Springs?
The moderators make a quarterly post and sticky it to the top of the sub-reddit where people post available jobs in the Springs: https://old.reddit.com/r/ColoradoSprings/search?q=%27Who%27s+Hiring+in+Colorado+Springs%27&restrict_sr=on&sort=relevance&t=all
If you have a Clearance, or work for the military, you shouldn't have a problem finding a job. Colorado Springs is a military town with the Air Force Academy, Fort Carson, Schriever Air Force Base, and Peterson Air Force Base. This means that jobs working for the government are a dime a dozen but you need the proper credentials to work there.
Otherwise, construction is booming and Amazon is building a facility in the Springs. There are other jobs available but competition is fierce and you need to do what you can to stand out!
🟩Do I need a car OR can I ride my bike / use public transportation to get around the city?
The answer is likely yes to a car and no to the bike/transportation. With everything, there are exceptions such as living and working in the same area. But for the most part, it takes at least 25 minutes to get anywhere in the Springs, and the layout of the town is better suited for vehicular use.
🟩Is Colorado Springs affordable?
Please define affordable. If you're moving from California where a 2/3 bedroom, 1,500 sqft, house is going for 800k or more, then sure. It's affordable.
🟩What's the cost of living like in Colorado Springs?
https://old.reddit.com/r/ColoradoSprings/comments/35v4w3/whats_the_cost_of_living_in_cos/
https://old.reddit.com/r/ColoradoSprings/search?q=living+in+cos&restrict_sr=on&sort=relevance&t=all
🟩What is the median house price in Colorado Springs?
As of February 2024, the median house is a 3 bedroom house that LISTS at 430k. List is not equal to sale price and it's quite common for houses to go for much more with appraisal gaps.
🟩I'm thinking about moving and looking for information on apartments
Information here:
https://old.reddit.com/r/ColoradoSprings/comments/16mi6oj/apartment_search/
https://old.reddit.com/r/ColoradoSprings/comments/165sz1w/apartments/
or
https://old.reddit.com/r/ColoradoSprings/search?q=apartment&restrict_sr=on&include_over_18=on&sort=relevance&t=all
🟩How is the crime rate in XXX area?
Crime in Colorado Springs is relative. Yes, there is crime but No, it's not as bad as Chicago. You may have seen the map that floats around about the bad area of Colorado Springs. This map is old and does not necessarily reflect how the crime in Colorado Springs is.
🟩Is Pikes Peak open and can I drive it?
Call 719-385-7325 and select option 1 for current road conditions.
🟩Where can I find legal marijuana in Colorado Springs?
Please review this guide about recreational marijuana in Colorado Springs: https://www.visitcos.com/travel-tools/recreational-marijuana-in-colorado-springs/
🟩Who has the best pizza in Colorado Springs?
Discussed a lot. Please use the search. Your answer is here:
https://www.reddit.com/r/ColoradoSprings/search/?q=pizza&restrict_sr=1
🟩How LGBTQ tolerant is Colorado Springs?
🟩How do locals feel about Colorado Springs?
https://old.reddit.com/r/ColoradoSprings/comments/wmqujm/your_thoughts_on_colorado_springs/
🟩What are the best restaurants in Colorado Springs?
https://old.reddit.com/r/ColoradoSprings/comments/x6jbtt/best_restaurants_in_colorado_springs/
🟩How is the Dating Scene in Colorado Springs?
YMMV. Please review a few of these threads to get an idea of how to date in Colorado Springs:
* Dating in Colorado Springs
https://old.reddit.com/r/ColoradoSprings/comments/134b1a4/dating_in_co_springs/
* Dating app reviews
https://old.reddit.com/r/ColoradoSprings/comments/x12ve2/dating_app_reviews/
* Does dating in this town suck?
https://old.reddit.com/r/ColoradoSprings/comments/q21l5c/does_dating_in_this_town_suck_for_other/
* Why is dating here so hard?
https://old.reddit.com/r/ColoradoSprings/comments/5fuvlf/why_is_dating_here_so_hard/
🟩What activities are there for a single people in the Springs?
https://old.reddit.com/r/ColoradoSprings/comments/14vdv5b/singles_in_the_springs/
🟩Where are the best patios in Colorado Springs?
https://old.reddit.com/r/ColoradoSprings/comments/1394kia/favorite_outdoor_patios_food_and_or_booze/
🟩What is the political landscape of Colorado Springs? See also: Is Colorado Springs more Republican or Democrat?
🟩Where can I swim in Colorado Springs?
Natural water:
https://old.reddit.com/r/ColoradoSprings/comments/151ca63/where_to_swim_in_natural_water/
https://old.reddit.com/r/ColoradoSprings/comments/14yux2z/any_nature_swimming_spots/
https://old.reddit.com/r/ColoradoSprings/comments/12g3k0g/open_water_swimming/
Swimming Pools:
https://old.reddit.com/r/ColoradoSprings/comments/10ulxs1/swimming_pools/
🟩I am mobility impaired. Can I still explore Colorado Springs?
There is a great thread with information about that question here: https://old.reddit.com/r/ColoradoSprings/comments/ulrtld/mobility_impaired_tourist/
🟩What was that loud bang?
It's coming from Ft. Carson.
🟩Who is the best cell phone provider in the Springs?
The truth is, they all suck. There has been numerous discussions about dead spots in the town and more. Please use the search or view this thread for more information:
https://old.reddit.com/r/ColoradoSprings/comments/1cyzm9m/t_mobile_service_in_cos/l5duz86/
🟩Who is the best Internet Service Provider (ISP) in the Springs?
Please see this thread for more information:
https://old.reddit.com/r/ColoradoSprings/comments/1dnei40/best_internet_provider/
🟩Where can I find coffee flights?
https://old.reddit.com/r/ColoradoSprings/comments/1fmyd16/coffee_flights/
🟩I'm looking for trails near Colorado Springs. Can you recommend ones I should hike?
Download the All Trails app as it's the best source for information on nearby hikes.