Tuesday, Oct. 27
Yoga classes meet at the Church in the Wildwood in Green Mountain Falls on Tuesdays and Thursdays at 9 a.m., plus Wednesdays at 6:30 p.m. For details, call 719-213-0848.
Wednesday, Oct. 28
Wellness Walk. Scheduled for Oct. 28 at the Garden of the Gods Visitor Center at 9 a.m. Meet at the upper level and choose a one, two or three-mile hike. Maps are available. Healthy living tips and mindfulness exercises are available to enhance your walk. Dress for the weather, wear comfortable shoes and bring plenty of water. Free admission.
Thursday, Oct. 29
TOPS. Takes Off Pound Sensibly. Meets every Thursday morning at 10 a.m. in the Church in the Wildwood (10585 Ute Pass Ave.) Green Mountain Falls, Co 80819. Affordable, effective weight loss.
Anniversary of Limited Stakes Gaming. The month of October represents the 35th anniversary of limited stakes gaming in Cripple Creek, Black Hawk and Central City. Gaming began on Oct. 1, 1991, and featured much robust activity for the young gaming community. For more details regarding special deals and information on local casinos, check out Anniversary of Gaming issue published by TMJ News. See mountainjackpot.com for more details. Also, a number of anniversary specials are being offered this month by the Johnny Nolon’s and Colorado Grande casinos.
Friday, Oct. 30
Links Fever. The Shining Mountain golf course is still open for the 2026 season, but time is running out if you want to enjoy some remaining links activity this year in the City Above the Clouds. Contrary to past years, this season marks the first time the links property is under the ownership and management of the city of Woodland Park. Check out the new Shining Mountain Facebook page, via the city of Woodland Park, this summer or call 719-687-7587 or check with information at the SM pro shop. Also, every Tuesday is Trivia Night, and the bar also offers drink specials during the NFL football season. According to recent reports, the course has experienced much improved conditions compared to previous years. Even though the course is slated to close in late October or early November, the SM bar will remain open. Check TMJ’s weekly Mountain Almanac section for updates.
Final Days for Sweeney! Demon Barber of Cripple Creek. The Butte Theater is hosting aan amazing new fall melodrama, which began on Oct. 2 and runs through Nov. 1. This world premiere is written by Chris Sorensen and showcases one of the more unique performances of the season. The show is in partnership with Green Glass Productions. The melodrama also includes an Olio, written by Levi Penley. Taking inspiration from the story of Sweeney Todd, this brand new, spooky melodrama is set in Cripple Creek during the gold rush. Returning to the town that betrayed him after his escapes from Colorado State Penitentiary, Sweeney Todd finds things are no longer the same as when he left. His wife is dead and his daughter Johanna was raised by the very man who imprisoned him, Sheriff Thornton. Once Thornton’s plans to marry off Johanna to clear his debts come to light, Sweeney teams up with Mrs. Loveland of Loveland’s Tavern where an accidental kill turns into a lethal partnership, hiding dead bodies in vats of chili, while Sweeney pursues his final revenge against Thornton. Darkly funny with twists and songs galore, Sweeney! Proves that in Cripple Creek, justice, like chili, is best served hot. Halloween weekend is one of the prime times to see the Butte’s fall melodrama. For ticket information, visit the Butte Theater’s website or call 719-689-6402.
Saturday, Oct. 31
Truck or Treat. Cripple Creek hosts its annual free Trunk or Treat event on October 31st from 5 to 6:30 p.m. at 128 East Bennett Avenue. The event is hosted by Cripple Creek Parks & Recreation, and it occurs at the park and recreation center on 128 East Bennett Avenue. The admission is free. Kids and families can walk through decorated car trunks to collect store-packaged candy (organizers plan for 325-plus trick-or-treaters. To decorate a trunk and hand out treats, register with the CC Parks and Recreation Department. Call 1-719-689-3514
Halloween Parties and Scary Treats. Halloween madness will occur throughout the Teller high country this weekend. Enjoy a variety of adult and kid gatherings. Many local establishments have some type of costume party during the Halloween weekend.
For more Halloween happenings, see related article in TMJ’s dining and entertainment section.
Sunday, Nov. 1
NFL Football Action, Chiefs/Broncos War, Part II. The Denver Broncos will be hosting their infamous best friends, the KC Chiefs at Empower Field. This is a rivalry rich in history and high on emotion with probably the two most passionate fan bases on the planet. Kick-off time is set for Nov. 1 at 2:25. This is a great opportunity to frequent your favorite local hangout or area sports bar for the Broncos/Chiefs showdown and a variety of great games for Week 8. In fact, for the Broncos/Chiefs slug match it is almost a requirement. See related sports stories in this week’s TMJ for some key suggestions of prime games to watch and a probable prediction for the Broncos’ game. The Broncos/Chief matchups are an event in themselves.
Upcoming
Election 2026. If you are a registered voter in Teller or El Paso County, you should have received your mail-in ballot for the Nov. 3 election. Ballots are due by 7 p.m. on Nov. 3 with a wide variety of 24/7 ballot box outlets available in both counties, along with options for voting in-person. This is a key election with a record number of ballot propositions and some key local and state races. For more information, call the clerk and recorder’s office in Teller County or El Paso Country, if you reside there.
Holiday Boutique. The Woodland Park Holiday Boutique is scheduled for Saturday, Nov. 14 from 9am – 4pm at the Shining Mountain Golf Course. Partial proceeds will benefit HtN – Helping Those in Need. Contact Deb Idleman at (719) 640-3745 for questions.
Community of Caring Thanksgiving Feast. One of the largest community events in southern Teller will occur on Wednesday, Nov. 26, involving a community-wide Thanksgiving feast for the entire community, with servings from late morning to early afternoon. The event occurs on the second floor of the Aspen Mine Center. Typically, several hundred residents and business folks attend this pre-Thanksgiving gathering. Check with TMJ for more details in the next few weeks. In the past, this event has involved a cooperative effort from hundreds of volunteers and a slew of nonprofits and local organizations, and participation by many elected leaders. For more details and further information, visit the city’s website.
Christmas Tree Lighting. The Yuletide season officially gets underway with a tree-lighting ceremony on the evening of Nov. 28 at the Pocket Park, next to city hall. This kicks off a variety of Christmas events planned for late November and throughout December. TMJ will provide more details of this event, once they become available. Visit the city’s tourism-based website for more details.
