Activities

Widefield Fun Bus is Going to Water World

The Widefield Community center Summer Fun Bus is going to Water World on July 25, 2013 at 8:15 am. You can bring food and drink into the park (no glass  please).  All drink containers must be factory sealed.  Bring your swimsuits, sun block and towel. Read more…Fun Bus Information Date: July 25, 2013 Time: 8:15 am…

El Paso County Fair

The El Paso County Fair is will take place on July 20 – July 27, 2013.  The El Paso County Fair has 4-H activities, arts and crafts, classes, concerts, food vendors, fun and games for the whole family.July 20 – Military Days (active duty military, veterans and dependents get in free with ID) July 21 –…

Summer Fun Bus to Elitch Garden

The Widefield Community center Summer Fun Bus is going to Elitch Gardens on July 11, 2013 at 8:30 am. Food can be purchased at Elitch Gardens or bring your own to eat at the picnic areas outside in the parking lot (no glass please). Bring your swimsuits, sun block and towel if you plan to…

Thunder in the Valley Cruise and BBQ

Thunder in the Valley Cruise and BBA will be on July 12, 2013.  The Show and Shine event will be at 5:30 pm at 116 S. Main Street in Fountain in front of the Fountain City Hall.  The cruise leaves Main Street at 7:00 pm  and heads to Cokes Diner.  There will be a BBQ…

Fort Carson Postpones July 4th of the 3rd Celebration

The annual July 4th on the 3rd Independence Day celebration has been postponed at Fort Carson Iron Horse Park due to fire restrictions.  The annual event will be rescheduled so check back for further details.

Splash Park in Fountain is Open

The Splash Pad in Aga Park is now open.  Lots of fun for the kids.  The water park features an aqau dome, aqua jumpers, dumping bells, whale spray and more. Pelican Dumping Water The Splash Pad is located at Aga Park at 213 W. Alabama Ave in Fountain, Colorado Snakes Spitting Water The Fountain water…

Nitro at Night at Bandimere Speedway

If you love NITRO at NIGHT, jet dragster flames lighting up the valley, and high-horsepower 200 mph racing action… we’ll see you at the NAPA Auto Parts “Night of Fire & Thunder! While the track opened in mid-April for the 55th anniversary season at Bandimere Speedway, the first nighttime fire show of the season happens…

Fountain Valley Veterans Day Memorial

Fountain Valley will be dedicating its new Veterans Memorial at Mayors Park (by the Caboose) during its annual Veterans Day Ceremony.  The Fountain Valley Veterans Memorial Day event will be held on Friday, November 11 at 1:00 pm.  There will be guest speakers from local Military and Civilian communities.  Everyone is invited to attend this special…

Cheyenne Mountain Zoo Fun Bus

The Fun Bus goes to the Cheyenne Mountain Zoo on Tuesday June 7, 2011.  Bring a sack lunch with a drink.  No glass containers or plastic straws.  Children 4 and 5 years old must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian.  Children 6 to 11 must be accompanied by an adult over 18 years of age. …

Fountain Creek Nature Center

320 Pepper Grass Lane Fountain CO  80817  Tel.  719-520-6745 Hours:  9:00 am – 2:00 pm  Wed – Friday 9:00 am – 4:00 pm  Saturday Website:  Fountain Creek Nature Center  Wildlife area which has been set aside as a quiet preserve for wildlife and outdoor classroom for visitors of all ages.  View a diversity of birds,…

Widefield Community Center Spring Break Open Swim

The Widefield Community Center swimming pool  will have special hours for Spring Break Open Swim. Special Pool Open Swim Hours are: Monday, Wednesday, Friday     1:00- 3:00 p.m. and 3:30 0 5:00 p.m.  Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday  1:00 – 3:30 p.m., 3:30 – 5:00 pm., and 5:00 – 7:00 p.m. For more information call (719) 391-3524

Fountain Creek Spring Break Nature Camps

The Fountain Creek Nature Center will be hosting its 2011 Spring Break Nature Camp for grades 1 to 6 from March 21 to March 25, 2011. The week long nature camp helps kids connect with nature and get outdoors. Activities include, songs, crafts, hikes, snacks and outdoor adventures. The camps will take place daily from…