September 2025 Colorado Springs Bookish Events
Fall is here! This means cozy drinks and stacks of books. There are plenty of opportunities to meet fellow readers around Colorado Springs. September’s lineup is packed with book clubs, themed café days, and even a community book swap. Whether you’re a die-hard Twilight fan or a Gilmore Girls binge-watcher, there’s an event for you. Maybe you’re just looking for a quiet place to read with others. There’s something for everyone.
I am not the organizer for these events. Please reach out to the event coordinators at the links provided in the details.
Book Clubs
Garden of the Books Book Club – September Meeting
📆 Date & Time: Saturday, September 6, 2025, 7:00 p.m.
📍Location: Shannon’s House, Colorado Springs, CO 80822
📖 Book of the Month: A Discovery of Witches by Deborah Harkness
An inclusive, women-led book club near Stetson Hills that celebrates diversity in both books and people. Expect thoughtful conversation, cozy vibes, and maybe even a watch party of the show adaptation after book chat. Bring snacks if you’d like, and come ready to kick off spooky season. Details here.
Carnelian Coffee Book Club – September Meeting
📆 Date & Time: Sunday, September 7, 2025, 1:00 p.m.
📍Location: Carnelian Coffee, 2428 W Colorado Ave, Colorado Springs, CO 80904
📖 Book of the Month: Dark Matter by Blake Crouch
Hosted by the owner of Carnelian Coffee, this club includes reserved tables, printed discussion questions, and excellent coffee. Books are preselected and announced through their email newsletter. You can email carneliancoffeeco@gmail.com to get on the list. Learn more here.
The Little Book Club – September Meeting
📆 Date & Time: Thursday, September 11, 2025, 7:00–8:30 p.m.
📍Location: The Best Coffee & Lounge, 401 N Tejon St, Colorado Springs, CO 80903
📖 Book of the Month: The Thursday Murder Club by Richard Osman
Join this friendly local group as they dive into Osman’s witty and twisty mystery. Make sure to RSVP on the Facebook group. If you can’t make it last-minute, update your RSVP so no one waits for you!
Smut Club Romance Book Club – September Meeting
📆 Date & Time: Friday, September 19, 2025, 6:00 p.m.
📍Location: Jillian’s House, Peyton, CO 80831
📖 Book of the Month: Trust in Me by Skye Warren
September’s spicy pick is part of Skye Warren’s Dark Nights series. A prequel novella is available, if you want the full experience. RSVP on the Facebook group to secure your spot.
Downtown Colorado Springs Book Club – September Meeting
📆 Date & Time: Wednesday, September 24, 2025, 6:00 p.m.
📍Location: TBD (downtown Colorado Springs)
📖 Book of the Month: Atmosphere by Taylor Jenkins Reid
This lively downtown club is for readers who want to meet, mingle, and share all kinds of books. RSVP via the Facebook group.
COS Smutty Book Club – September Meeting
📆 Date & Time: Wednesday, September 24, 2025, 6:00 p.m.
📍Location: Ashlee’s House, Colorado Springs, CO 80919
📖 Book of the Month: The Female by Invi Wright
An 18+ club for readers who enjoy romance with heat. Meetings are casual, fun, and full of bookish banter. RSVP on the Facebook group.
Busy People Who Also Like to Read Sometimes Book Club – September Meeting
📆 Date & Time: Saturday, September 27, 2025, 12:00–1:30 p.m.
📍Location: Cheyenne Mountain Library, 1785 S. 8th St., Suite 100, Colorado Springs, CO 80905
📖 Book of the Month: Imaginary Friend by Stephen Chbosk
Expect muffins, coffee (or bring your own covered drink), and thoughtful conversation. There’s also a virtual option for those who can’t attend in person. RSVP required on the Facebook group.
Colorado Springs Deadly Chapters & Cafés Book Club – September Meeting
📆 Date & Time: Saturday, September 27, 2025, 10:00 a.m.
📍Location: BLK MGK Coffee, 8 S Nevada Ave, Colorado Springs, CO 80903
📖 Book of the Month: Survive the Night by Riley Sager
Thriller fans, this one’s for you! Cozy up with coffee and friends while discussing suspenseful reads. RSVP on the Facebook group.
Big Book Energy Book Club – September Meeting
📆 Date & Time: Saturday, September 27, 2025, 2:00 p.m.
📍Location: Chloie-Jay’s House, Colorado Springs, CO 80909
📖 Book of the Month: Mexican Gothic by Silvia Moreno-Garcia
Books, girlhood, and crafts collide. Bring your own welcome mat or pumpkin to paint, and enjoy a cozy afternoon. RSVP via the Facebook group.
Book Hangout Book Club – September Meeting
📆 Date & Time: Sunday, September 28, 2025, 11:30 a.m.–2:00 p.m.
📍Location: Who Gives a SCRAP, 810 Arcturus Drive, Colorado Springs, CO 80905
📖 Book of the Month: Legends & Lattes by Travis Baldree
This crafty meet-up combines bookish discussion with a brick-painting activity. Cost is $7. This covers supplies, a snack, and a drink if at least 15 people RSVP. It will be slightly more if fewer attend. Only 20 spots available—payment via Venmo to Savanah by September 14 secures your place. RSVP on the Facebook group.
Book Baddies Book Club – September Meeting
📆 Date & Time: Sunday, September 28, 2025, 12:00 p.m.
📍Location: Rohr Coffee, 1020 E Jefferson St, Suite 120, Colorado Springs, CO 80907
📖 Book of the Month: The Fine Print by Lauren Asher
An 18+ inclusive group for readers who like their books with spice. Expect open chats, strong opinions, and plenty of bookish energy. RSVP via the Facebook group.
Bookish Events
Reading Night
📆 Date & Time: Friday, September 12 & 26, 2025, from 6:30-8:30 p.m.
📍Location: Comfort and Joy Cat Café, 615 S Nevada Ave, Colorado Springs, CO 80903
Bring your current book to the lounge with the cats and be taken away. One hour of reading and a 45-minute optional discussion of your book, including comments, criticism, and recommendations. Complimentary wine, coffee, or tea, light snacks, and a pass to read in the café Tuesdays & Wednesdays 1:00-3:00 p.m. Details here.
Fall Book Exchange
📆 Date & Time: Saturday, September 13, 2025, from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.
📍Location: Idyll Manor, 12229 Voyager Parkway, Suite 100, Colorado Springs, CO 80921
Celebrate the Idyll Manor’s new location with a book exchange! Bring 1 (or more!) books to exchange for up to 5 new to you books. Drinks provided by Good Gracious Coffee, hat craft provided by Hawley Trucker Hat Bar, charcuterie provided by The Board Gathering. Details here.
Star Creations Grand Opening
📆 Date & Time: Saturday, September 13, 2025, at 5:00 p.m.
📍Location: Star Creations by Cari, 103 S Main St, Fountain, CO 80817
Celebrate the opening of Star Creations by Cari—a Book Baddies Co. shop! Expect custom t-shirt and tote pressing on site. Enjoy tasty bites and drinks. Listen to music and explore all their brand-new goodies. Runs Sept 13 & 14 with main hours 12–2 p.m. each day (plus extended hangout time). This is an 18+ space (kids welcome with adults). Details here.
Silent Book Club – Treehouse Cafe Edition
📆 Date & Time: Sunday, September 13, 2025, 2:00–4:00 p.m.
📍Location: Treehouse Cafe, 5965 N Academy Blvd, Colorado Springs, CO 80918
Bring your current read and settle in for an afternoon of peace and pages. Expect about 90 minutes of silent reading, followed by optional chatting over coffee, tea, or snacks. Open to all genres and readers. Learn more at Treehouse Cafe.
Twilight Theme Day
📆 Date & Time: Saturday, September 14, 2025, 8:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.
📍Location: KB Coffee & Bakery, 1802 Dominion Way, Colorado Springs, CO 80918
Team Edward or Team Jacob? Doesn’t matter—you’ll want to sink your teeth into this one-day-only Twilight-inspired drink menu. Dark mochas, blood-red lattes, maybe even some sparkling drinks. Come find out! Details here.
Silent Book Club – Uva Wine Bar Edition
📆 Date & Time: Tuesday, September 16, 2025, 6:00–8:00 p.m.
📍Location: Uva Wine Bar, 1268 Interquest Parkway, Suite 160, Colorado Springs, CO 80921
Enjoy an exclusive evening at Uva Wine Bar, reserved just for readers. The schedule:
- 6:00–6:30 – Drinks, food, and bookish introductions
- 6:30–7:30 – Silent reading hour
- 7:30–8:00 – Optional socializing
This free event is open to anyone. Just bring a book. More info on the Silent Book Club site.
Colorado Springs Book Swap
📆 Date & Time: Saturday, September 20, 2025, 12:00–3:00 p.m.
📍Location: Goat Patch Brewing Company (Northgate), 12245 Voyager Pkwy, Suite 100, Colorado Springs, CO 80921
Bring at least one book, browse, mingle, and take home up to four new reads. All genres welcome, all ages welcome, and RSVPs are just $5. Leftover books get donated to Little Free Libraries or recirculated for future swaps. Grab your ticket via Humanitix.
Gilmore Girls Day
📆 Date & Time: Sunday, September 21, 2025, 7:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
📍Location: Happy Hour Donuts, 6660 Delmonico Dr, Colorado Springs, CO 80919
Oy with the poodles already! It’s time for themed donuts and drinks! Celebrate the return of fall Stars Hollow-style at Happy Hour Donuts’ 2nd Annual Gilmore Girls Theme Day. Check out the bakery here.
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