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Pikes Peak Hosts July Sunrise Opening

Saturday, July 18, 2026 · Colorado Springs, CO

Pikes Peak will hold a Sunrise Opening Event on Saturday, July 18. The Gateway opens at 4 a.m., and the last entry for the special event is 6:30 a.m. Visitors must purchase timed-entry permits and admission fees in advance, because there will be no sales at the Gateway. Shuttle reservations are also available, with departures from the North Pole parking lot to the summit. Access is weather permitting, and the North Slope Recreation Area will not be available during the event.

This local community update for Colorado Springs, CO is scheduled for Saturday, July 18, 2026. To view more upcoming local headlines, community events, and real estate market insights specific to the Colorado Springs, CO area, explore the event calendar and property resources below.

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