Colorado Springs Fourth of July Celebrations & Events

If you are like me, you enjoy watching a good fireworks show on the 4th of July. I've had a bit of difficulty gathering the correct information for all the local fireworks shows in Colorado Springs and surrounding areas. This is not an exhaustive list, but I feel it gives you some great highlights.

For decades, Memorial Park in Colorado Springs was "the place to be" for 4th of July celebrations and fireworks. Back in 2009 the city discontinued 4th of July activities there due to budget cuts. Not to be confused with Memorial Park in Woodland Park where there are celebrations (see below for details).

Here are several links I have found with a list of local events, celebrations and fireworks.

4th of July celebrations at the Air Force Academy Falcon Stadium will be a popular choice for many in Colorado Springs. Gates open at 4 p.m. on Monday the 4th and the fireworks display will start at 9:30 p.m. There will be a bouncy house, food vendors, the Colorado Springs Philharmonic as well as the AFA Band. Check out all the details here.

Sky Sox Stadium is another place to enjoy your 4th Celebrations. The game starts with the Sky Sox vs Tacoma Rainers at 7:05 with a grand fireworks display following the game. Fireworks will follow after the game.

Rock Ledge Ranch at the entrance of Garden of the Gods is having patriotic celebrations on July 4th from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. There will not be a fireworks display. Learn more.

The Rocky Mountain Freedom Festival at the Douglas County Fair Grounds in Castle Rock will have fireworks on SUNDAY, July 3rd at 9:45 p.m. Check out all the details here.

Cripple Creek always has a BANG of a fireworks show. Entertainment starts at noon in the City Parking Lot and fireworks start at dark.

Fort Carson's Celebration will occur SUNDAY, July 3, beginning at 4 p.m. at Ironhorse Park. The event includes many family-oriented activities to include arts and crafts and big-air jumpers for children, food vendors and musical entertainment by the New Sensation Band. Fireworks will be set to music by the 4th Infantry Division Band. Attendees over the age of 18 must present a federal or state issued photo ID and proof of vehicle registration and insurance. Visitors should enter through Gate 1, off State Highway 115. Besides service animals, no pets are allowed. Weapons, glass bottles and backpacks also are prohibited. To learn more info, call the Outdoor Recreation Complex at 719-526-4494 or the Fort Carson Public Affairs Office at (719) 526-4143 /7525.

Manitou Springs The fireworks are tentatively scheduled for dusk and will be shot from Higginbotham FlatsFlats, across the valley from the town. A final decision on the fireworks display will be made the weekend of July 4. To learn more, call the Volunteer Fire Dept at 719-685-1444 or go to their city web site.

Monument / Palmer Lake / Tri-Lakes area: They have events going on ALL weekend. Their fireworks extravaganza begins at dusk by Palmer Lake. Check out all the events here.

Woodland Park also has many events & fireworks to celebrate the 4th. You can read all about it here.

Of course, we all know how dry it is in El Paso County, Colorado right now and that due to fire bans, some of the above shows could be cancelled. Please check with authorities before heading out. Have a Happy and Safe 4th of July!