Rain or shine, you’ll find plenty of fun things to do this April at Colorado Springs’ top museum attraction
Looking for things to do in Colorado Springs during April? We all know spring in the Springs can have unpredictable weather. From sunny days to cloudy, rainy days, the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Museum is your top choice for indoor activities in Colorado Springs.
Test your speed by racing against America’s greatest athletes on the track, bring questions to the Ask an Athlete exhibit, or count down the days until the 2024 Summer Olympics in Paris at the museum’s 100 Day Out Celebration. Visitors of all ages will love this interactive experience that shares the incredible stories of Olympic and Paralympic athletes.
The Museum has special offers and activities throughout the month that will brighten all your days. Check out these fun things to do this April at the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Museum!
Youth Soccer Weekend // April 17-18
On Saturday, April 17 and Sunday, April 18, the Museum is offering free entry to all kids wearing their youth soccer jersey. Test your speed by racing against America’s greatest athletes on the interactive track or bring questions to the Ask an Athlete exhibit. And make sure to keep an eye out for our neighbors, the Colorado Springs Switchbacks FC, who will be activating throughout the weekend!
April 11 from 1-2 p.m.
Join us as we discuss the evolution of technology in sports at this month’s Curator Collection, happening from 1 – 2 p.m. on April 11.
From the inaugural Olympic Games in 1896 to the present, technology has transformed the Games, introducing innovations such as electronic timing, photo finishes, Tartan tracks, and carbon fiber track spikes. This month’s presentation will have a special guest speaker, Dan Webb, the Director of Performance Analytics at the United States Olympic and Paralympic Committee.
Members and ticketed guests will get an up-close look at artifacts from our collection, some of which have never been on display before. Don’t miss this unique opportunity to witness the unseen side of the Games!
100 Days Out Celebration
April 20 // 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Join the excitement and celebration at the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Museum on April 20 as they gear up to celebrate 100 days until the Summer Olympics! Visitors can meet Team USA athletes, get an up-close look at artifacts, or tour the 12 interactive galleries for a day filled with Olympic and Paralympic spirit.
Mark your calendars now for the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Museum’s Paris Summer Fest celebration, from July 27 through September 8 during the 2024 Paris Games.
Exclusive Colorado Resident Offer!
Every Saturday, all month long, 3 – 5 p.m.
Join us every Saturday in April, starting at 3 p.m., where Colorado residents can purchase admission tickets for just $5 each with a valid Colorado ID and experience one of the nation’s best attractions! Tickets are available for purchase both in-person and online. As an added bonus, out-of-state guests can also enjoy the Museum for only $10 per ticket when accompanied by a Colorado resident. Don’t miss this fantastic opportunity to explore the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Museum. Join us on Saturdays from 3 p.m. onward and be part of the Olympic and Paralympic experience.
Museum Ticket Package for Two
Looking for fun things to do with your friend or loved one? Now, with our special Groupon ticket package for two, you can get two admissions plus two pizzas and two beverages at the Flame Cafe for only $59!
PLAN YOUR VISIT TO THE MUSEUM
The 60,000-square-foot Museum, which recently was named by USA Today as the nation’s Best New Attraction in 2020, is considered one of the top places to visit in Colorado.
To maximize accessibility for all guests, the Museum features universal and inclusive design and includes accessible media, audio descriptions, wheelchair accessibility, tactility, open captioning and American Sign Language across all video content as well as other accessibility services.
The Museum has taken extensive measures to provide a safe and contactless environment so that guests can visit with confidence.
Tickets can be purchased at tickets.usopm.org.
