It’s officially firework season, and that means Colorado Springs residents will soon be looking to the sky to admire explosive displays in celebration of the 4th of July.
While fireworks are illegal to buy, possess or use within city limits, there are almost a dozen professional displays to enjoy in the area this Independence Day.
This year’s citywide fireworks celebration includes displays and events happening throughout the Pikes Peak region on July 4. The displays will happen in conjunction with a performance by the Colorado Springs Philharmonic which will be broadcast on several local radio stations.
Here’s a look at 9 upcoming shows, almost all of which are part of Colorado Springs’ citywide celebration organized by the Colorado Springs Sports Corporation.
Free and open to the public:
Banning Lewis Ranch 4th of July Celebration from 4 p.m. to 10 p.m. on Thursday July 4. Live music, food trucks and free bounce houses.
Gold Camp 4th in Cripple Creek – Family activities, vendors, live music, and donkeys on Bennett Avenue on the July 4 starting at noon. Fireworks at the Old Homestead House around 9:30 to close out the festivities.
Watch from your porch on July 4th
Ticketed events
Rocky Mountain Vibes vs. Ogden Raptors at UCHealth Park. Fireworks will be shot off after games on July 3 and and July 4. Click here to purchase tickets.
Colorado Springs Switchbacks vs. FC Tulsa at Weidner Field. A Star Spangled Firework Spectacular will follow the match. Click here to purchase tickets.
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