Norris-Penrose Event Center, Colorado Springs

Name: Norris-Penrose Event Center
Address: 1045 Lower Gold Camp Rd #3, Colorado Springs, 80905, United States
Telephone: (719) 635-1101

#126 among attractions in Colorado Springs

Sport venue, Convention center, Sport, Arenas and stadiums

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Facts and practical information

The Norris Penrose Event Center is a multi-purpose facility in Colorado Springs, Colorado, located at the base of Pikes Peak. It is home to the Pikes Peak or Bust Rodeo. It consists of an outdoor stadium, built in 1938 by Spencer Penrose, rancher and capitalist Jasper Ackerman, and mining partner Charles Leaming Tutt. The stadium was named after Penrose following his death. The stadium seats up to 10,000 spectators and hosted a football game between the Los Angeles Bulldogs and the Pittsburgh Pirates. With five horse barns, an indoor arena built in 1986, and seating up to 500 spectators, the stadium was home to the Colorado Candoos of the National Indoor Football League. ()

Coordinates: 38°49'23"N, 104°50'56"W

Address

1045 Lower Gold Camp Rd #3Central Colorado CityColorado Springs 80905 United States

Contact

(719) 635-1101

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Day trips

Norris-Penrose Event Center – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Bear Creek Regional Park, United States Olympic & Paralympic Museum, St. Mary's Cathedral, Pikes Peak Center.

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Park, Equestrian trail, Playground
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Museum
United States Olympic & Paralympic Museum, Colorado Springs
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Church, Gothic Revival architecture
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Nightlife, Music and shows, Concerts and shows
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Park
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38°50'25"N • 104°51'40"W
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Church
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38°48'37"N • 104°49'34"W
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38°49'41"N • 104°50'20"W
KRDO NewsChannel 13 / KRDO.com, Colorado Springs
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Neighbourhood
Ivywild, Colorado Springs
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Norris-Penrose Event Center?

Nearby attractions include Bear Creek Regional Park, Colorado Springs (16 min walk), KRDO NewsChannel 13 / KRDO.com, Colorado Springs (17 min walk).