Colorado Springs is glowing this time of year, and this week on Springs & Things we’re diving straight into the moments that make the season feel downright magical.

From unexpected tears at local theater, to first-time traditions like the Christkindlmarket, to skating downtown and cozy nights at the Broadmoor, we’re rounding up the holiday experiences that remind you why you love living here.

If you’re looking for charming, heartwarming, only-in-the-Springs ideas to make December feel special, this episode is your festive roadmap

MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE

• Mary Poppins at The Fine Arts Center
• Icons
• Traditions episode with Bonnie Goff
• The Grinch at Buell Theater
• The Importance of Being Earnest at Ent Center for the Performing Arts
• Christkindlmarket
• Hotel Polaris - Be sure to listen to our episode about this great place
• Skate in the Park
• Play at The Broadmoor
• The Penrose Room at The Broadmoo
• The Golden Bee at The Broadmoor
• Shugas
• Timberline Landscaping Christmas lights guide
• Kinship Landing
• Local Motive

PICKS OF THE WEEK

• Roth's Sea and Steak (follow @actuallyitsmeagan and see her Reel on the restaurant)
• The Nutcracker Tea at Toodle's Tearoom
• Santa Brunch at Homa Cafe and Bar

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Modern Interior Co. is a full-service interior design firm based in Colorado Springs that specializes in creating beautiful, elevated homes without the stress. Known for delivering seamless, high-touch design experiences from concept to completion, they help busy professionals and high-end homeowners create spaces that reflect their lifestyle.

Core Collective
Core Collective Pilates is a boutique studio dedicated to helping clients build strength, flexibility, and confidence through expert-led, personalized Pilates sessions. With a welcoming atmosphere and a focus on mindful movement, Core Collective transforms workouts into empowering experiences. Enter code SPRINGSANDTHINGS to get 3 classes for $30! Vote for them in Best of the Springs!

It’s Giving Tuesday, and we’re sharing the Colorado Springs nonprofits that make our community stronger, safer, and a whole lot more connected.

From organizations keeping families safe, to programs teaching kids confidence and personal safety, to the foster community getting wrapped in love, to the hospital caring for thousands of local children, to the cycling advocates who help us enjoy the outdoors we always rave about, we’re sharing the groups that truly matter to us and why we think you should know about them.

If you’ve been wanting to give back, get your kids involved, or just discover some incredible local organizations doing powerful work, this episode will fill your heart.

MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE

• TESSA
• Kidpower
• Fostering Hope
• Children's Hospital of Colorado
• Goodwill of Colorado
• Bike COS

PICKS OF THE WEEK

• Skills Sessions at Fountain Valley School
• Cookies with Santa
• Carols, Cocktails, and Cocoa at The Mining Exchange

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Modern Interior Co
Modern Interior Co. is a full-service interior design firm based in Colorado Springs that specializes in creating beautiful, elevated homes without the stress. Known for delivering seamless, high-touch design experiences from concept to completion, they help busy professionals and high-end homeowners create spaces that reflect their lifestyle.

Core Collective
Core Collective Pilates is a boutique studio dedicated to helping clients build strength, flexibility, and confidence through expert-led, personalized Pilates sessions. With a welcoming atmosphere and a focus on mindful movement, Core Collective transforms workouts into empowering experiences. Enter code SPRINGSANDTHINGS to get 3 classes for $30! Vote for them in Best of the Springs!

We invited Megan Thomas back on the show for the third time to settle the real Colorado Springs debates: beans or no beans, potatoes as hero or filler, handheld vs smothered, and whether french fries belong anywhere near your breakfast.

Megan walks us through her wildly popular Breakfast Burrito Series, shouting out spots like Azada, Luna Market, Roll Up, Tacos El Amigo and more, while sharing why she’s so passionate about getting locals out of their neighborhood bubbles and into Southeast side gems.

We also get into what it’s like to go “viral,” dealing with spicy TikTok comments, and why you should never, ever “yuck someone’s yum.”

MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE

• Actually It's Meagan on Instagram
• Actually It's Meagan on TikTok
• Actually It's Meagan on YouTube
• Tacos El Amigo
• Monica's Taco Shop
• Azada Mexican Grill
• Luna Market
• Roll Up
• Dos Dos
• Alfonsos
• Garden of the Gods Market and Cafe
• King's Chef Diner
• El Chapin
• La Casita
• Tacos Del Gordo
• Zapata

PICKS OF THE WEEK

• Mary Poppins at the Fine Arts Center
• Buffalo Lodge Holiday Roll and Stroll

WE LOVE OUR SPONSORS

Modern Interior Co
Modern Interior Co. is a full-service interior design firm based in Colorado Springs that specializes in creating beautiful, elevated homes without the stress. Known for delivering seamless, high-touch design experiences from concept to completion, they help busy professionals and high-end homeowners create spaces that reflect their lifestyle.

Core Collective
Core Collective Pilates is a boutique studio dedicated to helping clients build strength, flexibility, and confidence through expert-led, personalized Pilates sessions. With a welcoming atmosphere and a focus on mindful movement, Core Collective transforms workouts into empowering experiences. Enter code SPRINGSANDTHINGS to get 3 classes for $30!