Is there anyone who isn’t ready to say goodbye to 2021 and bring on the holidays? On Saturday, December 18, you can watch one of three high-in-the-sky fireworks shows in Castle Rock, Highlands Ranch and Parker. The 30-minute displays will both launch at 7 p.m. from locations at Rueter-Hess Reservoir, near Daniels Park (south of Rock Canyon H.S.), and near Red Hawk Ridge Golf Course. Launch sites were chosen for their wide visibility to area households.
The fireworks are being staged by Douglas County. They were designed, and locations determined, while working closely with local law enforcement and fire protection agencies.
There will be no organized gatherings or events, so please watch from your home or your vehicle.
Parking for the Fireworks Shows
Parking is allowed for viewing from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m. at the following locations:
Castle Rock — near Red Hawk Ridge Golf Course.
Be sure to obey instructions from police officers and honor the posted “No Parking” signage.
Highlands Ranch — Near Daniels Park, south of Rock Canyon High School.
Parking is NOT allowed on any portion of Monarch Blvd. You may park on McArthur Ranch Rd. (both sides) between Griggs Rd. and Monarch Blvd.
Also Griggs Rd south from McArthur Ranch Rd, south of Valley Brook Circle, you may park on the east side of Griggs. You may park on both sides of Griggs Rd from the trailhead to Daniels Park Rd.
Parker — Near Rueter-Hess Reservoir.
Parking is available at Echo Park Stadium lot, 11901 Newlin Gulch Blvd., Parker, 80134. Also along both sides of Hess Rd from Double Angel Rd going west to I-25 and Castle Pine Pkwy.
If you are unable to view from your home, please be prepared to honor all signage and direction from law enforcement when choosing a viewing location and ensure you are not blocking driveways or other public access.
All shows are weather and fire-restrictions dependent.
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