Trailblazer Elementary School will celebrate its annual Lantern Night on Thursday, November 20, 2025, 5:30-7:00PM, throughout the Trailblazer campus (2015 Wickes Rd., Colorado Springs, 80919)!  This traditional event highlights the great things happening inside our building and around our school campus.  We’ll have student artwork and learning on display, Scholastic Book Fair in our studio, activities in our learning pods, photo booth, hot cider, s’mores and more.  Outside, we invite visitors to take the illuminated Lantern Walk throughout Wickes Park adjacent to the Trailblazer campus!
 

At Trailblazer, we’re going places!  Our students and staff are co-creators in our unique Westside learning experiences. Learners participate in daily opportunities to collaborate, problem-solve, create, and take their own steps on the D11 Road Map to Excellence. We create strong and engaging learning and exploration with a supportive culture of safety, kindness, respect and responsibility.

Come see our wonderful place at Trailblazer Elementary School on November 20.

Colorado Springs, CO — The 28th Annual YMCA Turkey Trot 5k race occurs on Thanksgiving morning, November 27th, 2025. The ever-popular Colorado Springs Thanksgiving Day tradition has more than 3,500 registrants ready to come out and kick-start their Thanksgiving Day with a run or walk, and many bring their furry friends.  Registration is still open; visit ppymca.org/turkeytrot to register today! 

The Turkey Trot is part of the YMCA of the Pikes Peak Region's Annual 5K Race Series and takes place at the Briargate Family Y at 4025 Family Place, Colorado Springs. The Kids’ Tiny Trot, a free fun run, kicks off at 8:15 a.m., followed by the Turkey Trot 5K at 9:00 a.m. Both races are stroller and dog-friendly, making this an inclusive event for the entire community.

A holiday-season tradition, the race series raises funds for the YMCA programs. All proceeds help individuals and families in the Pikes Peak Region gain access to programs such as child care, swim lessons, and youth sports.

The Turkey Trot 5k is fun for the whole family, and costumes are encouraged. Registration is still open at ppymca.org/turkeytrot. The series' final race, the Jingle Jog 5K, occurs on December 13, 2025. Visit ppymca.org/jinglejog to register.

“The Turkey Trot embodies everything the YMCA stands for — community, health, and gratitude,” said Theresa Johnson, EVP/COO of the YMCA of the Pikes Peak Region. “We’re thrilled to see families make this event part of their Thanksgiving tradition while giving back to those who need us most. We would also like to thank your generous sponsors who help make this event possible. Dave & Buster’s, Raising Cane’s, FOX21, Natural Grocers, Fleet Feet, Corwin Honda, and our Vendor Village  Partners.”