Have a fun + safe Independence Day weekend in Colorado Springs!
SUMMER SYMPHONY AND FIREWORKS
Get ready for the largest 4th of July event with fireworks erupting across the Pikes Peak Region. Enjoy the Colorado Springs Philharmonic’s annual patriotic concert broadcast from your favorite radio station – all from your porch! Broadcast begins at 9 pm and the fireworks begin at 9:20 pm.
When: July 4, 2021, 9:00 p.m.
Where: From your porch
Cost: FREE
SUP EXCURSION
During this custom-guided tour, you'll experience gliding on a world-class SUP board in pristine waters with scenic views and an abundance of wildlife. Midway through our excursion we'll take a rejuvenating break and enjoy yummy, healthy snacks.
When: Sunday, July 4, 9 am – 12 pm
Where: South Catamount Lake
Cost: $70/pp ($55 if you bring your own board)
DINOSAUR RESOURCE CENTER
The Dinosaur Resource Center is celebrating our military personnel this July 4th. As our small way of saying "thank you," active and retired military personnel will receive half off regular admission on our nation's birthday with active or retired military ID.
When: July 4, 2021
Where: Dinosaur Resource Center
Cost: Admission rates
COLORADO SPARKLER
More than 10,000 athletes will travel to the state of Colorado to bring athletes, locals, and families together for an unforgettable event. The Colorado Sparkler is a baseball tournament taking place in 28 baseball diamonds across Colorado Springs. And the best part? It's open to the public!
When: June 27 - July 4, 2021
Where: Click here for details
Cost: Click here for details
CRIPPLE CREEK 4TH OF JULY CELEBRATION - DRIVE IN STYLE!
Come and see the most spectacular fire works display in the Pikes Peak region! The City of Cripple Creek will be hosting the 2021 4th of July Fireworks on Sunday, July 4th starting about 20 minutes after dusk (approx. 9:30 p,m.). The fireworks will be set off from the south side of town, south of Myers Ave.
When: July 4, 2021
Where: Cripple Creek - south side of town, south of Myers Ave.
Cost: Free
TRI-LAKES 4TH OF JULY CELEBRATION
The Tri-Lakes 4th of July is a full-day celebration. Partake in the pancake breakfast, annual fun run, children's parade and main parade. The street fair features delicious food, arts & crafts vendors, a street dance and multiple concerts.
When: July 3, 2021
Where: 2nd & Washington St.
Cost: Free
PALMER LAKE FUN RUN
This year the July 4th Fun Run will be a VIRTUAL RACE or a "long distance" run.
When: July 4, 2021
Where: Palmer Lake, CO
Cost: $25
SWITCHBACKS FC - FIREWORKS SPECTACULAR NIGHT
The Switchbacks FC take on Real Monarch's SLC on the 4th of July FIREWORKS SPECTACULAR NIGHT!
When: July 4, 2021
Where: Weidner Field
Cost: Depends on ticket price
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WOODLAND PARK FIREWORKS
Woodland Park's annual fireworks start at dusk and can be seen from pretty much anywhere in the Woodland Park community! **Fireworks scheduled unless there is a fire ban**
Date: July 4, 2021
Where: Set off at Woodland Park High School
Cost: Free
OLD FASHIONED 4TH OF JULY CELEBRATION
The Old Fashioned 4th of July Celebration will be held from 9:00 am – 3:00 pm on Thursday, July 4th at Memorial Park in Woodland Park, CO. The day is filled with fireworks, music, a beer garden, performers, kids activities, a food court, fishing derby, bouldering, artists, crafters, flag raising and a three-on-three basketball tournament. Additional events on July 4th include a pancake breakfast and cemetery crawl. There is something for everyone to enjoy!
Date: July 4, 2021
Where: Woodland Park, CO
Cost: Free!
CHEYENNE MOUNTAIN FIREWORKS EXTRAVAGANZA
We are proud to join our community and be one of ten areas to host fireworks for 4th of July Symphony On Your Porch, presented by the City of Colorado Springs, Schmidt Construction, and El Pomar Foundation, and organized by the Colorado Springs Philharmonic and Colorado Springs Sports Corporation. Proceeds support the COVID-19 Emergency Relief Fund.
Watch from your porch or tune in to KKTV.com for a live stream. To hear musical selections by the Colorado Springs Philharmonic, tune your radio to Sunny 106.3 FM, Y96.9 FM, KCME 88.7 FM, 92.9 Peak FM, or AM 740 KVOR or download the iHeart Radio app to stream for free.
The property will be CLOSED to all local traffic and is open only to overnight resort guests.
Date: Sunday, July 4th - tune in at 9 pm. Fireworks start at 9:20 pm
Where: Cheyenne Mountain Resort
Cost: FREE
4TH OF JULY IN OLD COLORADO CITY
Grab your neighbors and join Old Colorado City in Bancroft Park for the second annual community 4th of July picnic! There will be yard games, live music and lunch. Bring your chairs, picnic blankets and family and enjoy an afternoon in your neighborhood park.
Date: July 4, 2021
Where: Old Colorado City, CO
Cost: tbd
4TH OF JULY AT ROYAL GORGE BRIDGE AND PARK
Do you love some blues music?! Grab some food, drinks and a blanket and enjoy the music from Deja Bluz!
Date: July 4, 2021
Where: Royal Gorge Bridge and Park
Cost: Varies
GREAT OUTDOORS ADVENTURES - FOURTH OF JULY
Celebrate the Fourth of July and enjoy an adventure of a lifetime with Great Outdoors Adventures! Have a blast exploring Rocky Mountain backcountry with off-road vehicles or tour the roads in style with a Polaris Slingshot. We look forward to celebrating with you!
Date: July 2-4, 2021
Where: GOA's Private Trailhead near Westcreek, CO
Cost: TBD
UTE PASS HISTORICAL SOCIETY & PIKES PEAK MUSEUM'S ANNUAL CEMETERY CRAWL
Take a walk around the Woodland Park Cemetery and meet some of the old pioneers who are resting there. Tours run every 15 minutes.
Date: July 4, 2021 from 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Where: Woodland Park Cemetery
Cost: $5
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