FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE 

Pikes Peak State College Presents Equinox: A Scholarship Soirée 

March 14, 2026 | Cheyenne Lodge at The Broadmoor | Colorado Springs 

[Colorado Springs, CO. January, 2026] 

Pikes Peak State College is hosting an extraordinary culinary evening inspired by balance, seasonality, and generosity on Saturday, March 14, 2026, from 5pm to 8 pm at Cheyenne Lodge at The Broadmoor. Equinox brings together acclaimed chefs, alumni, hospitality students, and community supporters for an immersive tasting experience benefiting culinary scholarships. 

Tickets are on sale now. 

The evening is themed around the equinox, the rare moment when light and dark are held in equal measure. The menu and environment reflect this balance through a progression of flavors and textures that move from brightness to depth and from freshness to warmth. The event will include appearances by notable culinary professionals, graduates, and special guests. 

Equinox is a shared table where education, craft, and generosity meet. Each course reflects a moment in the day and a moment in a career, honoring both where culinary professionals begin and where they can go with support. 

Culinary Experience 

Guests will enjoy eight chef-driven tasting stations plus desserts, organized into phases of the day: 

• Dawn: Bright, fresh flavors with citrus and herbs 

• Noon: Warm, full-bodied dishes representing midday abundance 

• Dusk: Deep, earthy comfort flavors 

• Twilight: Subtle, complex savory finishes 

• Midnight: Elegant, layered desserts balancing sweetness with smoke and bitterness 

Scholarships Supported 

Proceeds from Equinox will directly support the next generation of culinary and hospitality professionals through the following scholarships: 

• Chef Henry Trujillo Memorial Culinary Arts Scholarship 

• Alyssa Katherine Mason Memorial Scholarship 

• Fran Folsom Culinary Arts Scholarship 

• Pikes Peak Lodging Association Scholarship 

Tickets and Pricing 

• $100 Early Bird through February 14 

• $125 General Admission 

• $150 at the door, if available 

• $1,500 VIP Table of 10 (limited quantity, sales end March 1) 

VIP tables include early VIP check-in, reserved seating, table service, and two bottles of wine. 

About the Event 

For tickets, sponsorship opportunities, or additional information, visit our event page or contact Sharlie Corcoran at sharlie.corcoran@pikespeak.edu.