What were you reading in 2025? And what did you miss? As we celebrated 10 years of Springs magazine this year, here’s the list of our most popular articles of the year, aka your favorites. And we’ve added a few of our favorite editorial picks that weren’t at the top of the list but are worth a second look. So kick back beside the fire — or on the back patio given this balmy holiday season — and enjoy a read or two. Happy New Year — and happy reading!
Our Top 10 Articles of 2025
The 30 Best Restaurants in Colorado Springs
Here are our Top 30 best places to eat in the Springs in 2025. There were some delicious new additions. Have you tried them all yet? Read it here.
5 Best Things to Do in Colorado Springs This Weekend
Top events and entertainment you don’t want to miss every week. Read it here.
People’s Choice Awards
This year we launched our People’s Choice Awards. You and your neighbors nominated and voted for the winners, uncovering some excellent local gems. Here’s who you chose as the best restaurants, spas, salons, dentists, builders and more small businesses in the Springs. Read it here.
Free Summer Concerts in the Springs 2025
If you’re a lover of live music, Colorado Springs has you covered. Here’s your guide to outdoor concerts for almost every day of the week this summer. Read it here.
15 Hot Springs Closest to Colorado Springs
Looking for a day trip soak or hot springs getaway near Colorado Springs? These resorts are the closest, plus a few cabins with private hot springs of their own. Read it here.
What’s Next COS: New Openings in Colorado Springs
We are always watching for new restaurants, breweries, retail shops and other businesses opening in the Springs. You can follow all these new short stories and previews here. Read it here.
When and Where to Catch Peak Fall Color in Colorado
The Fall Foliage Map provides data-rich predictions for peak color, and we’ve got picks for prime leaf-peeping. Read it here.
Trivia Night in the Springs
Here’s how to choose your team, find your game, and win some trivia almost any night of the week in Colorado Springs. Read it here.
Finding Farmers Markets in Colorado Springs
Want to eat local and fresh? Discover fresh produce, artisanal goods and a vibrant community of local growers and makers at these farmers markets. Read it here.
Where to Find Fourth of July Fireworks and Festivals
Happy birthday, America! Here’s where to celebrate the Fourth of July in Colorado Springs with fireworks shows, festivals and concerts. Read it here.
5 More Must-Read Springs Magazine Stories
Don’t miss these editorial picks!
Inside the Past and Future of the Union Printers Home
From a thriving 20th century community to a future placemaking redevelopment, the Union Printers Home continues to play an important role in the fabric of Colorado Springs. Here’s a look inside what it was and what it can be. Read it here.
Inside the Broadmoor’s New Penrose Room
The legendary restaurant is fully renovated and reimagined, and now serving a multifaceted blend of modern elegance and historic grandeur. Read it here.
Is Carlos’ Bistro Worth It?
The excellent and famously pricey fine dining restaurant has lowered its menu prices. We checked it out and made some mistakes, so you don’t have to. Read it here.
Poor Richard’s Celebrates 50 Years of Books, Food, Film and Community
Richard Skorman looks back at the legacy of culture and community represented in his iconic collection of shops and restaurants. Read it here.
Our Top 10 Favorite Articles from 10 Years
We celebrated 10 years of Springs magazine this year! For a decade, we’ve been telling entertaining, insightful, meaningful stories about life in Colorado Springs. We took a look back, and these are our favorites. Read it here.
