February 4, 2026 – El Paso County announces the 2026 El Paso County Veterans Expo, a free, full-day event designed to connect Veterans and their families with the resources, information, and support they need to thrive. The Expo will take place on Wednesday, June 10, 2026, at the Pikes Peak Center for the Performing Arts in downtown Colorado Springs.
The Veterans Expo will bring together Veteran service organizations, community partners, government agencies, and businesses that support the Veteran community, creating a centralized and welcoming space for connection and engagement. Throughout the day, Veterans and their families will have opportunities to meet directly with organizations offering benefits assistance, healthcare information, housing support, employment resources, and community-based services.
A central feature of the Expo will be the vendor fair, located in the upper and lower lobbies of the Pikes Peak Center, where attendees can engage one-on-one with more than 60 Veteran-focused organizations. In addition, a dedicated “Ask a Veterans Service Officer” area will provide access to accredited professionals who can help explain VA benefits, answer questions, and offer guidance on claims and services.
The event will also include open, conference-style information sessions held in the auditorium. These sessions will feature keynote speakers and panel discussions focused on issues facing Veterans in the Pikes Peak Region, including access to benefits, community collaboration, and available support for Veterans and their families. The format is designed to be approachable and practical, offering information that Veterans can apply immediately.
“The Veterans Expo is about connection, connecting Veterans to resources, families to support, and organizations to one another,” said Charles Graves, El Paso County Division of Veterans Services Manager. “By bringing everything together in one place, we’re helping reduce barriers, increase awareness, and strengthen the network of support available to those who have served.”
The 2026 Veterans Expo comes at a meaningful time for the community. As the nation prepares to commemorate 250 years since the signing of the Declaration of Independence and Colorado approaches its 150th anniversary of statehood, the Expo reflects a shared commitment to honoring service while investing in the future of the local Veteran community. It also responds to a growing need for collaboration among service providers and clearer pathways for Veterans navigating complex systems.
By serving as a hub for education, outreach, and engagement, the Veterans Expo is expected to create measurable community impact, improve access to services, strengthen partnerships, and reinforce El Paso County’s leadership in Veteran support.
Veterans, families, service providers, and organizations interested in participating as vendors or partners are encouraged to learn more and get involved. Additional details, including registration and a final event schedule, will be released in the coming months.
To learn more about the 2026 El Paso County Veterans Expo, participate as a vendor, or explore partnership opportunities, visit elpasoco.com/veterans-expo or contact the El Paso County Division of Veterans Services at (719) 520-7750 or vet@elpasoco.com.