As we get ready for the Colorado winter, the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Museum is the perfect activity to do indoors.
Looking for things to do in November in Colorado Springs? Experience the thrill of the Games and learn more about the extraordinary athletes who have competed for Team USA at the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Museum. Try your hand at archery, conduct an ‘interview’ with your favorite athletes, get a close-up look at Olympic medals over the years and so much more.
The U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Museum is one of the most accessible and inclusive museums in the world. Guests can customize their sports preferences and accessibility needs for a tour that is uniquely their own.
From celebrating members of our military to exclusive access to Olympic and Paralympic artifacts, there’s something for everyone at the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Museum. Check out our programming below for things to do in November!
Starting Line Saturdays
November 2 at 10:00 am – 4:00 pm
Join us for this monthly U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Museum event that happens on the first Saturday of each month. Visiting guests can participate in athlete meet-and-greets, artifact demonstrations, and museum trivia.
Athlete Meet and Greets are from 12 – 1 p.m.
This month, Jenny Arthur, an Olympic weightlifter, will be doing a meet and greet with guests from 12 – 1 p.m.
Artifact Demonstrations are from 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.
Experience the history, triumphs, and inspiring stories behind some of the most iconic items from past Games.
Team Behind The Team Discussion is from 11 a.m. – 12 p.m.
Guests will gain an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at what drives Team USA’s success. Team members from the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Committee, the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Training Center, Olympic City USA, and various National Governing Bodies will visit the museum to share insights into their roles and how they contribute to Team USA’s success.
Join us for a special session with Bernard Sandoval, Colorado Springs sports artist and Olympic City USA Taskforce member, as he shares his journey and techniques for capturing the spirit and energy of sports through oil painting. Learn more about the event here.
Museum Trivia happens all day
Go through the museum and test your knowledge with museum trivia! Examine artifacts on display, interact with the guest experience team, and learn more about what makes Team USA so special.
Team Behind The Team
November 2 at 11:00 am – 12:00 pm
Join us at the museum for an inspiring session with Bernard Sandoval, a renowned Colorado Springs sports artist and member of the Olympic City USA Taskforce. Bernard will share his insights on preserving the spirit of Olympic City USA and discuss his artistic journey. Learn about his techniques for capturing the energy and excitement of sports moments in vivid oil paintings.
Don’t miss the opportunity to learn more about this topic—register for the 11 a.m. to 12 p.m. session on November 2!
Colorado Resident Saturdays
Every Saturday at 3:00pm
Join us at the U.S. Olympic & Paralympic Museum every Saturday at 3 p.m. to take advantage of this special offer just for you! Colorado locals can purchase admission tickets for just $10 with a valid Colorado ID. Out-of-state visitors are also welcome to join the fun, receiving 20% off their tickets when accompanied by a Colorado resident.
Purchase your Colorado resident single day admission tickets today!
Veterans Day Celebration
November 11 @ 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Honor our veterans at the Olympic and Paralympic Museum on Veterans Day, Monday, November 11th, for a special tribute. All veterans and active-duty military personnel receive 50% OFF admission as a token of our gratitude for their service and sacrifice.
This special offer is exclusively available to veterans and active-duty military personnel.
Please note all ticket sales stop an hour before museum closing. Most guests usually spend an hour and a half to two hours in the museum.
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