~ The Colorado Springs Police Department and SCHEELS will host the sixth annual Balltoberfest on Oct. 10, 2026, from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the SCHEELS store at 1226 Interquest Parkway in Colorado Springs.

The department said Chief Vasquez and other guests will deliver a ceremonial first ball at 10 a.m. for PlayCOS, a program that provides patrol officers with sports balls to give to children and teens during their shifts.

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Community members are invited to donate new sports balls, including footballs, soccer balls and basketballs. The event will also feature a law enforcement vehicle display, games, food vendors and a 20% discount on sports balls at SCHEELS, according to the department.

More information is available at coloradosprings.gov/balltoberfest.

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