Things to Do with Kids in COS This Sunday, November 15 — Stroller Safari, Going Batty, and More
Sunday, November 15 is a solid family day in Colorado Springs if you're looking to get out of the house. There are three distinct options for different ages and interests — wildlife, nature education, and a classic outdoor activity that's newly back for the season.
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Advertise hereCheyenne Mountain Zoo: Stroller Safari — Nocturnal November
The Cheyenne Mountain Zoo is hosting its Stroller Safari: Nocturnal November program for young children and parents this Sunday. The Stroller Safari series is designed specifically for the stroller set — the youngest zoo visitors and the families who bring them. It's a guided, hands-on wildlife experience that works for the age group that can't yet handle a full zoo visit.
The November edition focuses on nocturnal animals — a genuinely interesting topic for little kids who are curious about why animals sleep when we're awake. Check the Cheyenne Mountain Zoo's website for exact timing, registration requirements, and any age or stroller guidelines before heading out.
Garden of the Gods: Going Batty — The Bats of the Garden of the Gods
At 1:00 PM on Sunday, Garden of the Gods hosts Going Batty, a family program exploring bat biology and conservation. It's one of the few opportunities in Colorado Springs to get a guided look at a species that's genuinely important to the ecosystem — and genuinely misunderstood.
Garden of the Gods is one of COS's most iconic outdoor locations, and an afternoon program there in mid-November — before the real winter weather sets in — is worth the trip. The program is typically free or included with standard garden access, but it's worth confirming current details with the Garden of the Gods Visitor and Nature Center.
Acacia Park Ice Rink — Opens This Weekend
The Acacia Park ice rink opened November 13 and this Sunday will be one of its first full weekend days of the 2026-2027 season. If you've been waiting for the rink to open, now's the time — before holiday crowds build up closer to December.
| Detail | Info |
|---|---|
| Location | 115 E. Platte Ave, Colorado Springs |
| Price | $15 per person (includes skate rental) |
| Kids 4 and under | Free with a paying adult |
| Season | Open through January 2027 |
What's Next
November 15 is just the start of a busy holiday season in COS. The Acacia Park ice rink runs through January. The Nutcracker Ballet comes to the Pikes Peak Center November 27–29. Cheyenne Mountain Zoo's Electric Safari at Bancroft Park — a free outdoor light experience — runs December 4–6, 9–13, and 16–23.
If you go to Stroller Safari or Going Batty on Sunday, both Garden of the Gods and Cheyenne Mountain Zoo have ongoing programming throughout the fall and winter. Worth checking their schedules for upcoming events as the season continues.
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