Name: Star Spangled Symphony & Grand Fireworks Show
Start: 2026-07-04T18:30:00-06:00
Location: Ford Amphitheater

The Star-Spangled Symphony returns to Ford Amphitheater on July 4, 2026, for a night that feels bigger than most. America turns 250 this Independence Day, and the Colorado Springs Philharmonic will be on stage to mark it. The evening opens with a patriotic opener, followed by a full symphony performance featuring hits from Dolly Parton, Marvin Gaye, and Tina Turner, a Star Wars suite, and classics including the 1812 Overture and Stars and Stripes Forever. The night closes with fireworks set against the Pikes Peak skyline.
Presented in proud partnership with VENU Arts and Culture Foundation, the Colorado Springs Philharmonic, AEG Presents Rocky Mountains, Colorado Springs Sports Corporation and Ford Amphitheater.
For the best seats for the music experience, choose seats near the front. For the best view of the fireworks, opt for seats toward the back, in the Veranda, Owners Clubs, or the lawn.
Gates open at 5:30 PM | Show starts at 6:30 PM | Fireworks around 9:00 PM

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Get Ford Amphitheater tickets on AXS for concerts, comedy, and live events in Colorado Springs at this premier 8,000-seat outdoor venue.

<?xml encoding="UTF-8">Ford Amphitheater brings live entertainment to Colorado Springs with an 8,000-seat layout and a consistently impressive lineup of performers.1The venue opened in August 2024 and quickly made its mark with three sold-out <a href="https://www.axs.com/artists/105825/onerepublic-tickets" target="_blank">OneRepublic</a> shows, followed by bookings that included <a href="https://www.axs.com/artists/104826/the-beach-boys-tickets" target="_blank">The Beach Boys</a>, <a href="https://www.axs.com/artists/104621/primus-tickets" target="_blank">Primus</a>, <a href="https://www.axs.com/artists/200917/robert-plant-tickets" target="_blank">Robert Plant</a>, and <a href="https://www.axs.com/artists/200043/alison-krauss-tickets" target="_blank">Alison Krauss</a>.1,2,3 Premium experiences like its Luxe FireSuites help set Ford Amphitheater apart.4Score your <a href="https://www.axs.com/venues/129476/ford-amphitheater-colorado-springs-tickets" target="_self">Ford Amphitheater tickets</a> at AXS and take in comedy and live music under the Colorado sky.

<?xml encoding="UTF-8">Knowing the venue rules before you arrive can help you enter faster and make your night run more smoothly. Ford Amphitheater uses security screening and a clear bag policy, so it helps to check the details before you go.5<ul>
<li>Re-Entry &amp; Smoking: Re-entry is not allowed except during designated emergencies or severe weather. Smoking and vaping are allowed only in marked areas, and public marijuana smoking is prohibited.</li>
<li>Payment Options: Vendors may operate on a cashless basis. Be sure to have card or mobile payment methods available.</li>
<li>Prohibited Items: Outside food and drinks, drones, selfie sticks, large umbrellas, strollers, wagons, weapons, and non-approved bags are not allowed. Refer to the policy page for a complete list of prohibited items.</li>
<li>Age Restrictions: Most events are all ages unless noted otherwise on the event listing.</li>
</ul>For the most up-to-date guidance, including bag rules and screening details, check the <a href="https://www.fordamphitheater.live/your-visit/faqs-venue-policies/" target="_blank">official Ford Amphitheater policy page</a>.

<?xml encoding="UTF-8">The neighborhood around Ford Amphitheater feels like an entertainment district, with dining, retail, and other event spaces close by.6 A concert night here can turn into an evening out.<ul>
<li><a href="https://www.axs.com/venues/102193/broadmoor-world-arena-colorado-springs-tickets" target="_blank">Broadmoor World Arena</a>: This indoor arena seats up to 9,250 for concerts, family shows, and other large events.7</li>
<li><a href="https://www.axs.com/venues/101729/pikes-peak-center-colorado-springs-tickets" target="_blank">Pikes Peak Center</a>: The downtown&rsquo;s performing arts anchor seats 2,000 and hosts concerts, comedy, dance, theater, and family programming.8</li>
<li><a href="https://www.axs.com/venues/126791/weidner-field-colorado-springs-tickets" target="_blank">Weidner Field</a>: Home of the Colorado Springs Switchbacks FC, this 8,000-seat stadium also hosts concerts and larger special events.9</li>
</ul>

<?xml encoding="UTF-8">Ford Amphitheater has several paid and free parking choices, plus rideshare access and accessible parking in Lots 1 and 2 for vehicles with valid placards or plates.6 Its north Colorado Springs location near I-25 makes arrival fairly direct.Public Transportation: Mountain Metro Transit serves Colorado Springs and offers trip planning, stop lookups, and real-time arrivals.10 Since fixed-route service can vary by event timing, it is smart to check live transit tools before heading out.Driving: The venue is located at <a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/XG7rR5CMPhmSZpam6" target="_blank">Ford Amphitheater, 95 Spectrum Loop, Colorado Springs, CO 80921</a>. On-site parking is available at the venue in Lot 1 (Premium Parking) and Lot 2 (Preferred Parking). Additional nearby parking includes:6<ul>
<li>Phil Long Music Hall Parking: <a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/LMRPPJaApL861tXJ7" target="_blank">13071 Bass Pro Dr, Colorado Springs, CO 80921</a></li>
<li>Bass Pro Shops Parking: <a href="https://maps.app.goo.gl/XULoqTj8ZuB84x8P9" target="_blank">13012 Bass Pro Dr, Colorado Springs, CO 80921</a></li>
</ul>

<?xml encoding="UTF-8">Food and drink here extend past a basic concession run. The venue serves alcohol to guests 21 and older with a valid ID, limits sales to two drinks per purchase, and does not allow alcohol to leave the grounds.5Club areas add a climate-controlled dining and viewing space with rooftop sightlines. The venue also points guests to nearby dining and drinking spots around the campus,&nbsp;giving the area an easy pre-show rhythm.4

<?xml encoding="UTF-8">Ford Amphitheater opened on Aug. 9, 2024, after first taking shape as Sunset Amphitheater.1 A naming-rights deal announced in June 2024 brought the Ford name to the venue ahead of opening weekend, and the project arrived as a privately funded $90 million complex for major touring acts in Colorado Springs.11 Its early identity centered on 90 Luxe FireSuites, club spaces, and a rooftop seating and dining area.4The soft opening featured <a href="https://www.axs.com/artists/1120316/school-of-rock-allstars-tickets?page=2" target="_blank">School of Rock</a>, the <a href="https://www.axs.com/artists/1108031/colorado-springs-philharmonic-tickets" target="_blank">Colorado Springs Philharmonic</a>, and <a href="https://www.axs.com/artists/110017/phil-vassar-tickets" target="_blank">Phil Vassar</a>, and the public debut followed with three sold-out OneRepublic shows that drew 24,000 fans.2

<?xml encoding="UTF-8"><ol>
<li><a href="https://coloradosprings.gov/FordAmphitheaterProject" target="_blank">Ford Amphitheater Project - City of Colorado Springs</a></li>
<li><a href="https://news.pollstar.com/2024/08/22/ford-amphitheater-opens-with-onerepublic/" target="_blank">Ford Amphitheater Opens With OneRepublic - Pollstar</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.cpr.org/2024/08/09/ford-amphitheater-in-colorado-springs-ready-to-open/" target="_blank">After protests by neighbors and a winding path, the Ford Amphitheater in Colorado Springs is ready to open - Colorado Public Radio</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.fordamphitheater.live/premium-experience/" target="_blank">Premium Experience - Ford Amphitheater</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.fordamphitheater.live/your-visit/faqs-venue-policies/" target="_blank">FAQs &amp; Venue Policies - Ford Amphitheater</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.fordamphitheater.live/your-visit/directions-parking/" target="_blank">Directions &amp; Parking and Seating Map &amp; Accessibility - Ford Amphitheater</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.broadmoorworldarena.com/arena-info/book-the-arena" target="_blank">Book the Arena - Broadmoor World Arena</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.pikespeakcenter.com/venue-info/technical-information" target="_blank">Technical Information - Pikes Peak Center</a></li>
<li><a href="https://www.weidnerfield.com/" target="_blank">Weidner Field and Switchbacks Entertainment Host Large Scale Corporate Event for LRG Group - Weidner Field and Colorado Springs Switchbacks FC</a></li>
<li><a href="https://coloradosprings.gov/busroutes" target="_blank">Bus Route Information - City of Colorado Springs</a></li>
<li><a href="https://venu.live/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Ford-Sunset-COS-Announce-Final-4.4.24-v1.pdf" target="_blank">Colorado Ford Dealers Secure Naming Rights to New Outdoor Amphitheater in Colorado Springs - VENU</a></li>
</ol>

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Lot 1 is reserved for Accessible and Suite Parking. A reservation for Accessible Parking is NOT required. Please present the attendant(s) with your official Accessible Parking placard to gain access to Lot 1.

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