SOUTHERN COLORADO – Each week, News5 tries to compile a list of the fun events happening across Colorado. From Dia de los Muertos celebrations to a Switchbacks FC play-off match, there’s plenty to enjoy this Halloweekend.

Dia de los Muertos Colorado Springs

A Dia de los Muertos celebration will take place Friday and Saturday in Colorado Springs at Colorado College’s Fine Arts Center. The festivities start every day at 4:30 PM. Dia de los Muertos, or Day of the Dead, is a Latin American celebration dedicated to remembering loved ones who have been lost and honoring their impact on their communities. More information here.

Dia de los Muertos Pueblo

The Historical Museum of El Pueblo set up a Day of the Dead altar at its location in downtown Pueblo earlier this month. They will hold a ceremony in the museum on November 2 at 1 p.m. The community is invited to place photos of their loved ones on the altar to publicly honor them. More information here.

WATCH: The El Pueblo History Museum erects a Day of the Dead altar downtown

Colorado Springs Switchbacks FC Playoff Game

The Colorado Springs Switchbacks FC have reached the USL Playoffs! They will host Oakland Roots SC at Weidner Field for a first-round match on Saturday at 6 p.m. Tickets for the game start at $35. More information here. Can’t come to the game in person? Click here for information on how to watch.

Arkansas Valley Balloon Festival

The 35th Arkansas Valley Balloon Festival kicks off Friday with a 9 a.m. balloon launch at Rocky Ford. The hot air balloon launches continue on Saturdays and Sundays at 7:30 am. The events are planned around Rocky Ford City Hall on Main Street and at nearby Railroad Park. More information here.

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