(SOUTHERN COLORADO) — As America approaches its 248th birthday, events are being planned across the state to help celebrate the patriotic occasion. From parades to fireworks shows, farmer’s markets, and sporting events, there is something for everyone this Independence Day.
Colorado Springs
Star Spangled Symphony and 4th of July Fireworks – A nearly 50-year tradition continues, as the Colorado Springs Philharmonic will perform an exhilarating array of patriotic favorites at the Pikes Peak Center for the Performing Arts, which will be broadcast live over five local radio stations followed by multiple community fireworks displays at more than 10 locations across the Pikes Peak Region. Click here to find the fireworks show closest to you!
Switchbacks FC Fireworks Spectacular Night – The Switchbacks FC will take on FC Tulsa on the 4th of July, followed by a fireworks spectacular at Weidner Field. Click here to find tickets.
Family Fourth at Rock Ledge Ranch – Head to the Rock Ledge Ranch Historic Site with the whole family. There will be performances by the Pikes Peak Brass Band and the Seven Falls Indian Dancers. Enjoy some delicious ice cream, a wagon ride, a pie-eating contest, and more. Tickets range from $4 – $8, click here to find out more.
Pueblo
Rollin’ On The Riverwalk – The historic Pueblo Riverwalk offers a vibrant array of local food and retail vendors, boat rides, pedal boats, live music, and an electrifying fireworks display over the Arkansas River. Click here for all the details.
Tri-Lakes
Tri-Lakes 4th of July Celebration – A jam-packed day of festivities in Monument and Palmer Lake. Attendees can look forward to a parade, street fair, fun run, pancake breakfast, beer garden, and plenty more! Click here for the full schedule of events.
Woodland Park
Old Fashioned 4th of July Celebration – A patriotic tradition in the City Above the Clouds, the Old Fashioned 4th of July celebration welcomes locals and visitors alike to Memorial Park next to City Hall in Woodland Park, where there will be vendors, live entertainment by the Woodland Park Wind Symphony, food, games, and plenty of refreshments. Click here to learn more.
Green Mountain Falls
Annual 4th of July Block Party – A unique and artsy bash in Green Mountain Falls, visitors can enjoy live music, yoga, a pie contest, poetry, and dance performances. Let your own creative spirit soar by designing a water lantern that will be launched over Gazebo Lake. Click here for all the details.
Cripple Creek
4th of July Fireworks – Fireworks over the Rockies, in one of Colorado’s most popular mining towns! Enjoy the holiday in Cripple Creek’s historic hotels and casinos, and stay for the fireworks show just after dusk on the 4th. Fireworks will be set off from the south side of town, south of Myers Avenue. Click here for more info.
