Flo Rida, the 'Prince of the Spanish Guitar', Cheap Trick and more things to do in Pueblo

Friday, Aug. 29

Song of Pueblo Performance at Sangre de Cristo Arts Center

210 N. Santa Fe. Ave | Doors open at 6 p.m. | This sweeping oratorio, a musical journey of Pueblo’s Cultural History, spans 300 years. Lead singer and actor Felicia Gallegos sets the stage for each song with narration, while large images and breathtaking music carry the audience through eras of time. Cost is $20 per person or $18 for members. Get tickets at my.sdc-arts.org/songofpueblo.

Flo Rida with special guest Chamillionaire at the Colorado State Fair

1001 Beulah | 7 p.m. | Flo Rida is a multi-platinum rapper best known for party anthems like “Low,” “Right Round,” “Club Can’t Handle Me,” and “My House." He has produced four studio albums and received three Grammy Award nominations between 2009 and 2013. Tickets range from $43-$68.50 at coloradostatefair.com.

Spanish Guitarist Benise will bring his 25 Years of Passion show to Pueblo Aug. 30.

Saturday, Aug. 30

Benise concert at Pueblo Memorial Hall

1 City Hall Place | Doors open at 6:30 p.m., show at 7:30 p.m. | "The Prince of Spanish Guitar," Benise is an Emmy Award-winning guitarist who will take the audience on a musical adventure through Spanish Flamenco, Cuban Salsa, Brazilian Samba, Parisian Waltz, exotic drumming, and more. Tickets range from $34.15-$86.15 at pueblomemorialhall.com.

Russell Dickerson with Drew Green at the Colorado State Fair

1001 Beulah, Events Center | 7 p.m. | Country pop artist Russell Dickerson has charted five No. 1 singles on the country music charts, including his latest single, "God Gave Me a Girl." Fellow Tennessean Drew Green and his mix of country, rock and rhythm and blues, will open for Dickerson. Tickets range from $43.40-$68.50 at coloradostatefair.com.

Country Music Concert at Copper River in Pueblo West

395 S. Angus Ave. | 7-10 p.m. | Join Steele Street for an evening of country music. Admission is free.

Sunday, Aug. 31

Breakfast Fundraiser at Shrine of St. Therese

300 Goodnight Ave. | 8 a.m.-12:30 p.m. | Join the Knights of Columbus for a breakfast fundraiser featuring pancakes, eggs, sausage, coffee and orange juice. Cost is $8 and take-out is available. 

Cheap Trick will perform Aug. 31 at the Colorado State Fair in Pueblo.

Cheap Trick at the Colorado State Fair

Events Center, 1001 Beulah Ave. | Doors open at 5:30 p.m. | Relive the late 1970s and early 1980s with big hair rock band Cheap Trick with anthem hits like "I Want You to Want Me," and "Dream Police" as well as emotional ballads like "The Flame." Don't miss Rick Nielsen playing his custom five-neck guitar. Due to the Colorado Lottery Sponsorship, while supplies last, when you purchase $30 or more on a single ticket of any eligible lottery game, you'll score a free voucher good for gate admission and concert entry to see Cheap Trick. For complete details, visit ColoradoLottery.com or ColoradoStateFair.com.

Celebracion de los Charros with Los Huracanes del Norte at the Colorado State Fair

1001 Beulah, Big R Arena | 7 p.m. | Huracanes del Norte is a band known for its high-energy norteña sound and passionate performances. Cost is $53.50 and tickets are on sale at coloradostatefair.com/entertainment/.

Monday, Sept. 1

Deadline to sign up for Colton's Heroes Kickball Tournament at Runyon Field

400 Stanton Ave. | 8 a.m.-2 p.m. Sept. 27 will feature the Kicking Out Cancer kickball tournament, a walk and craft fair | Deadline to sign up for the kickball tournament is 6 p.m., Sept. 1. Teams are limited to 12 people. Deadline to sign up for the walk is Sept. 6 for those who want a shirt, or register at 8:30 a.m. Sept. 27. Cost is $25 per person for each event. Sign up on Venmo @Coltons-Heroes.

Tuesday, Sept. 2

Tuesday Dance Classes at Sangre de Cristo Arts Center

210 N. Santa Fe Ave. | Every Tuesday from 5:30-6:30 p.m. for Line Dancing; 7:15-8:30 p.m. for Country Swing | Cost ranges from $5-10 per class and walk-ins are welcome. Find out more at my.sdc-arts.org.

Friday Sept. 5

Friday Arts Academy at Sangre de Cristo Arts Center

210 N. Santa Fe Ave | 8 a.m.-3:30 p.m. every Friday through Nov. 14 | This youth program offers a variety of fine arts classes to students in kindergarten through 12th grades, including watercolor painting, drawing, sculpting and more. Cost ranges from $11-$15, plus member pricing and scholarships are available. Find out more at sdc-arts.org/friday-arts-academy.

Use this QR code to resgister for STEM School at CSU Pueblo.

STEM School for Middle Schoolers at CSU Pueblo

2200 Bonforte Blvd. | 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Fridays, Sept. 5-Oct. 24 | The Southern Colorado Institute of Transportation Technology is hosting a free STEM School for sixth- through eighth-grade students. Topics will include AI and data analytics, cybersecurity, rail dynamics, modern rail transportation systems and more. The program is designed to be accessible and engaging. All costs are covered, including tuition, materials, and daily lunch at the university cafe. Students will participate in hands-on activities, lectures, and field trips. To register, use the QR code or go to csupueblo.edu. For additional information, email Dr. Md Rashad Islam at [email protected].

First Friday Art Walk at Sangre de Cristo Arts Center

210 N. Santa Fe Ave. | 4-6 p.m. | Visit the arts center for a self-guided tour of the galleries, including the Gene Kloss permanent exhibit. Admission is free, plus annual memberships are 10% off during the event. The free Van Gogh Van will take art lovers to participating galleries downtown from 5-8 p.m.

Linda Cates photograph depicts some of Pueblo's finest produce like chiles, tomatoes and corn.

“Art in Many Flavors” exhibit at Steel City Art Works

330 S. Union Ave in the McLaughlin Building | 5-8 p.m. | Steel City Art Works will host an opening reception for “Art in Many Flavors,” as the gallery celebrates Pueblo’s annual Chile & Frijoles Festival. Stop by and visit with the artists and enjoy complimentary refreshments. The show will hang all month and the gallery is open free to the public from 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Monday through Saturday and noon-4 p.m. Sunday.

Mo Keenan-Mason's "Hanging with Chiles" painted chair.

'Metamorphosis' Art Show opens at Pueblo Heritage Museum

201 W. B St. | 6-8 p.m. | Join Pueblo Artist Renate Tursi for First Friday. Tursi is a retired social worker turned artist who found solace in transforming blank canvases after she lost her beloved husband. The show runs all month.

Saturday, Sept. 6

Suicide Memory Walk at Lake Minnequa

Veterans Memorial Park, 3005 Lakeshore Ave. | 9 a.m.-noon Saturday, Sept. 6 | Pueblo has averaged one suicide a week for the past five years, so Pueblo United Way is hoping to bring 1,000 people to the event to shine a light on suicide and its impact on the community. Sign up at pueblounitedway.org.

Barry Agnes will be the honored survivor for the Sept. 6 Relay for Life at Runyon Field.

Relay for Life at Runyon Sports Complex

400 Stanton Ave. | 4:30 to 9:30 p.m. | Join honored survivor Barry Agnes to raise funds for the American Cancer Society to help fund groundbreaking cancer research, patient care programs, and make a difference in Pueblo. Agnes was diagnosed with cancer in late 2023 and said his battle has taught him, "I am a fighter." The event goal is to raise $100,000 and it will include the lighting of luminaria in honor of the lives cancer has touched. Find out more at secure.acsevents.org.

Hunks The Show at Sangre de Cristo Arts Center

210 N. Santa Fe Ave. | Doors open at 6, Show 7-9 p.m. | Hunks the Show is set to offer the ultimate girls' night out that you and your friends won’t want to miss, including an evening packed with electrifying performances, laughter, and nonstop fun. Cost is $30-$50 with table discounts. Find out more at my.sdc-arts.org/hunks.

Country Music Concert at Copper River in Pueblo West

395 S. Angus Ave. | 7-10 p.m. | Join Spur of the Moment for an evening of country music. Admission is free.

Deadline to sign up for historical society dinner program at Pueblo Union Depot

132 W. B St. | Doors open at 5 p.m., Dinner at 6 p.m. Sept. 11 | Join Lance Blyth for the Unknown Tales of Colorado's 10th Mountain Division detailing the World War II "Soldiers on Skis" who trained at high altitude in Leadville's Camp Hale. The Pueblo County Historical Society dinner program is open to everyone and the cost to attend is $37. For reservations, call Larry Frank at 719-561-0619 or email [email protected].

Sunday, Sept. 7

Nicole Lynn Memorial at Dragon's Lair Tattoo

1707 S. Prairie Ave. | 10 a.m. | The Nicole Lynn Memorial event will feature artists and volunteers coming together to raise money for suicide prevention. All proceeds will be donated to help raise awareness. There will be flash tattoos, silent auctions, hot dogs and water.

Wednesday, Sept. 10

Art After Hours at Sangre de Cristo Arts Center

210 N. Santa Fe Ave | 6-8 p.m. | Join Gail Watson as she discusses the inspiration for the three series featured in her exhibition. Light refreshments will be provided. Cost is $12 for the public, $10 for members, or free for Studio 210 members. Find out more at my.sdc-arts.org/1892/2316.

Thursday, Sept. 11

Wines of Piedmont Italy at the Sangre de Cristo Arts Center

210 N. Santa Fe Ave | 5:30-7:30 p.m. | Join in an immersive wine class exploring the Wines of Piedmont, Italy. Known for its rolling hills, rich culinary heritage, and world-class vineyards, Piedmont produces some of Italy’s most iconic wines. Sip, swirl, and savor as we uncover the stories behind each bottle in this unforgettable evening of discovery. Cost is $45 and enrollment is due by Sept. 6th at my.sdc-arts.org/wine2025/1231.

On the horizon:

Break Your Neck 5K at CSU Pueblo

2200 Bonforte Blvd. | 8:30-11:30 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 30 | Join Kenny White III for the event celebrating his long recovery from paralysis after suffering a broken neck in November 2023. He was able to get the use of his legs and started running again. This event raises funds for nursing scholarships, research grants and CSU Pueblo athletics. Sign up at runsignup.com/Race/CO/Pueblo/BreakYourNeckWalkrunorRoll or register for $10 by 9 a.m. on race day.

Enter the "Own Your Own" art exhibit at Sangre de Cristo Arts Center

210 N. Santa Fe Ave | Registration ends Oct. 7 | Submit your work for the 2025 Own Your Own curatedexhibition. This historic annual holiday sale is one of the most popular in the Southern Colorado area. Cost is a $15 one-time entry fee. Find out more at sdc-arts.org/exhibition/own-your-own-2025-call-artists.

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