The U.S. Air Force Academy plans an evening of family-oriented games, music and fireworks to celebrate the nation’s birthday. The celebration is open to the general public. Events start at 5 p.m. on the athletic fields, with numerous paid activities, including bouncy houses, climbing walls and a bungee trampoline, as well as food and beverage vendors. Music will be broadcast by the cadet radio station, KAFA 97.7FM, before and during the fireworks show. The Blue Steel combo of the Air Force Academy Band will perform from 8:50 to 9:20 p.m. The fireworks show will start at about 9:30 p.m. and is expected to last 20 minutes.Visitors can bring cameras, lawn chairs, blankets, umbrellas and sealed plastic water bottles. Coolers, barbecue grills, pets other than working service dogs, and fireworks are prohibited. Water and portable restrooms will be provided.Visitors should enter the academy through the North Gate, Exit 156-B off of I-25. Parking will be available at and near the Cadet Field House, but carpooling is recommended.
Academy hosts July 4 fireworks
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