SoCo Insider — Arts · Entertainment · Community
Show Up Where
Southern Colorado
Actually Goes Out.
SoCo Insider is the region's guide to what's worth doing, eating, seeing, and celebrating — reaching the curious, culturally engaged people who make Colorado Springs and Southern Colorado a place worth living in.
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The Story of Southern Colorado's Culture — Every Issue.
Think Vanity Fair and Rolling Stone having a love child born in Colorado. SoCo Insider is the region's community binder — the place people turn to find out what's happening and why it matters.
Local artists, gallery openings, public installations, and the region's growing creative community.
Concerts, live performance, festivals, dance, comedy, and stage productions across the region.
Restaurant openings, chef profiles, bar culture, craft beverage, and the regional dining scene.
Local and professional sports, outdoor recreation, e-bikes, trails, and the active Colorado lifestyle.
A robust event calendar, community spotlights, travel, local tourism, and regional attractions.
Colorado living, fashion, retail, relationships, nonprofits, and the things that make the region worth exploring.
People Who Come Out, Spend Locally, and Bring Their Friends.
SoCo Insider reaches culturally engaged Coloradans — the people who fill concert halls, try new restaurants the week they open, and share what they love with their networks.
- Ages 18–50, with outliers among concert-goers, art collectors, and critics
- Household income $55K–$120K
- Balanced male/female; married and single
- Younger individuals and families seeking what to do, see, eat, and explore in Southern Colorado
- Civic-minded readers who invest in their community
- Visitors and tourists exploring the region
- Economic development experts and site selectors researching the arts & entertainment scene
- Tourism organizers and destination marketers
- Entertainment reporters, local and national
- Realtors showcasing Colorado Springs' quality of life to prospective residents
- El Paso County — one of the fastest-growing regions in the U.S., with a burgeoning arts community and world-class venues
- Pueblo — home of the Colorado State Fair, internationally acclaimed Chile Festival, and the upcoming Da Vinci Museum
- Teller & Douglas counties — thriving music scenes, outdoor lifestyle, and growing family audiences
- Driving-distance communities throughout the region and beyond
Magazine Print Ad Rates
Full-color, glossy print in a beautifully produced bi-monthly magazine distributed to 200+ locations across Southern Colorado. Rates shown are open (per-edition) rates — frequency contracts available at significant savings.
Standard Ad Rates
| Ad Size | Open Rate | 4× | 8× / Non-Profit | 12× | 24× |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Full Page | $1,346 | $1,214 | $1,108 | $1,000 | $902 |
| 1/2 Page | $783 | $707 | $645 | $582 | $524 |
| 1/3 Page | $647 | $584 | $534 | $481 | $434 |
| 1/4 Page | $446 | $402 | $367 | $331 | $299 |
| 1/6 Page | $337 | $304 | $278 | $250 | $226 |
| 1/8 Page | $252 | $228 | $208 | $187 | $169 |
Special Rate Card
| Ad Size | Open Rate | Contracted |
|---|---|---|
| Full Page | $1,550 | $1,346 |
| 1/2 Page | $875 | $783 |
| 1/4 Page | $495 | $446 |
| 1/8 Page | $315 | $252 |
Premium Positions
(Music, Food, Sports, Entertainment, The Arts)
Print Ad Sizes
SoCo Insider is a 4/C glossy magazine, 32–40 pages per edition. All measurements are width × height.
Inside: 8″ × 10.625″ trim
Live: 7.625″ × 10.25″
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Website Ad Rates
Display advertising on socoinsider.com, putting your brand in front of readers browsing the latest stories, event listings, and local recommendations. Priced weekly — adjust or cancel monthly.
Everything you need to plan your campaign — in one place.
Browse the 2026 Media Kit ↓Full Specifications & Opportunities
Browse the complete 2026 SoCo Insider Media Kit for full ad specs, audience data, geographic coverage, and partnership details.
Advertising FAQ
How much does it cost to advertise in SoCo Insider?
Print advertising starts at $252 per edition for a 1/8 Page ad at open rate, with full-page ads at $1,346 open rate. Frequency contracts (4×, 8×, 12×, 24×) bring rates down significantly — a full-page commitment at 24× drops to $902 per edition. Premium placements range from $1,250 for a Department Header Page to $2,200 for the Center Spread. Digital web ads start at $250/week. Contact our team for a customized proposal.
Who reads SoCo Insider?
SoCo Insider reaches culturally active Coloradans ages 18–50 with household incomes of $55K–$120K — the people who go out, try new restaurants, attend concerts and arts events, and actively participate in community life. That audience extends to tourists and visitors, realtors introducing clients to the region, and economic development experts researching the area's quality of life.
Does it cost to submit a press release or event listing?
No. Earned media placement in SoCo Insider is always free. Submit press releases to newsdesk@coloradomediagroup.com. Advertising is never required to have earned media considered for publication.
What are the print ad file specifications?
Submit print ads as press-quality PDF, CMYK color mode, 300 dpi minimum, built to the exact finished trim size. For digital edition bonus placement, you may also submit a video or GIF to accompany your ad at no extra charge. See the ad size chart above for dimensions, or download the full media kit for complete spec sheets.
What are the digital ad file specifications?
Submit digital ads in JPG format, RGB color mode, 72 dpi minimum. Tile ads are 300×250px, Tower ads are 300×600px, and Banner ads are 1200×250px. Include a click-through URL and any video or GIF you'd like used for the digital edition — no additional charge.
How often does SoCo Insider publish?
SoCo Insider publishes twice per month — 24 editions per year. Each edition is a 4/C glossy magazine, 32–40 pages, with 15,000 printed copies distributed to 200+ locations across Southern Colorado, plus digital distribution to 71,000 email subscribers and 25,000+ direct opt-in newsletter readers.
Is there a non-profit advertising rate?
Yes. SoCo Insider offers a dedicated non-profit rate — reflected in the 8× column of our standard rate table — available to qualifying 501(c)(3) organizations. Contact Fran Zankowski at franz@coloradomediagroup.com to discuss eligibility and options.
Let's Find Your Place in the Story.
Ready to reach the audiences that make Southern Colorado's cultural life go? Our team will help you find the right fit for your brand, budget, and goals.
Additional Contacts
newsdesk@coloradomediagroup.com
creative@coloradomediagroup.com