(719) 425-9770
Disabled Veteran Owned
Small Business
Coffin Races and Pumpkin Ale!
It’s almost time for the annual Emma Crawford coffin races and parade!
Emma is always one of the most popular stories on the ”Frights and Pints” tour. Emma moved to Manitou Springs in 1888 from Boston. She was in search of relief from tuberculosis and found it here.
Just as she was feeling better she climbed the Red Mountain which exhausted her system and ultimately led to her death at a very young age. As we all know her final resting place at the top of Red Mountain was disrupted by heavy rains and her coffin ended up on Ruxton Avenue.
While enjoying the races here are my “go-to” pumpkin favorites ?
- Venetucci Pumpkin Ale from Bristol Brewing with roasted pumpkins and spices that are incredible.
- A close second is Gourd Hoarders Pumpkin Ale from Manitou Brewing with mild spices and a malty finish.
- Finally, Local Relic’s Pumpkin Porter is a darker style which is smooth and worth your time.
See you in Manitou!
Russ
Owner & Chief Tour Guide
This Tour Rocks!
I loved this walking tour! We got to get the layout of Manitou and got some great recommendations on things to do. I’d recommend on those (good weather) days to meet outside at Creekside, Cliff House and Manitou Brewing.
Nick L.Upcoming Tours
Frights and Pints……The Haunted Beer Tour – This is it! It’s Halloween! Wear your favorite costume tonight.
October 31 @ 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Private Tours
- 1.5 to 2 Hour Tour
- 4 to 12 People per Tour
- Minimum of 3 Craft Beer Houses
- Samples of Amazing Craft Beer
- A little history of the town of Manitou Springs
- Learn how unique handcrafted ales and lagers are made
The Original 1872 Tour
Manitou Springs- 2 Hour Tour
- Wednesdays & Thursdays from 3pm to 5pm
- 4 to 12 People per Tour
- 3 Craft Beer Establishments
- Taste amazing craft beer
- A little history of the town of Manitou Springs from Zebulon Pike in 1806 through today
- Learn how unique handcrafted ales and lagers are made
Prohibition Tour
Manitou Springs- 90 Minute Tour
- Party Like it’s 1929
- A walk through Manitou Springs with “NO” craft beer samplings
- History Insights from Zebulon Pike in 1806 to Now
- Contact us for dates and times.