- Caricature Artists
- Balloon Artists
- Face Painting
- Super Hero Guests
- Children’s Author Appearance
- Military Vehicle Static Displays
- Music
- Games
- Kid‑friendly activities
- EVENT MAPS
- Childcare
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- Supervision of minors: Fort Carson MWR follows Fort Carson Installation Policy for Supervision of Children.
- Lost children are accompanied by event staff to a designated safety area at the MWR red tent. An announcement is made via the speakerphone to make contact with the parent(s)/guardian(s).
- Parking
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- Parking is free, space is available on a first come, first served basis.
- All personnel must park in designated parking areas.
- No parking in residential/base housing/neighborhoods on Fort Carson.
- Parking in prohibited areas will result in a citation and the vehicle being towed.
- Please follow the signs for designated parking areas.
- Traffic
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- Please observe posted speed limits.
- The areas around event venues often get congested, please slow down and watch out for pedestrians.
- Weather
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This is a rain or shine event & will go on regardless of weather.
- Those attending any Fort Carson MWR event assume the risk of injury as a result of inclement weather.
- In the event of lightning, a warning is issued and guests are asked to clear the area and/or return to their cars until an "all clear" announcement is issued.
- General Terms & Conditions
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All sales are final. No refunds or exchanges are issued for any purchases or merchandise.
No federal endorsement is implied for any paid advertising.
Fort Carson MWR reserves the right to film, record or photograph event activities for post event purposes. Guests are advised that this may result in the incidental inclusion of guests within any recording or photographs.
Guests assume all risks associated with participation in this event including but not limited to traffic and/or weather variations.
The sponsors of DFMWR events and associated activities, the Fort Carson Community, its representatives and successors are not liable for claims or liabilities of any kind arising from participation in this event even though liability may arise out of negligence or carelessness on the part of the guest in attendance.
100% random personal property inspection in effect.
- Pets / Animals
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No pets or companion animals allowed for any events unless specified otherwise.
- Only ADA service animals are allowed onsite.
- Companion Animals are not protected under the ADA.
- Under Colorado state law HB16-1426 (effective January 2017), it is a crime to knowingly misrepresent an animal as a service animal.
- Service animals are defined as dogs that are individually trained to do work or perform tasks for people with disabilities. Examples of such work or tasks include guiding people who are blind, alerting people who are deaf, pulling a wheelchair, alerting and protecting a person who is having a seizure, reminding a person with mental illness to take prescribed medications, calming a person with Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) during an anxiety attack, or performing other duties. Service animals are working animals, not pets. The work or task a dog has been trained to provide must be directly related to the person’s disability. Dogs whose sole function is to provide comfort or emotional support do not qualify as service animals under the ADA. This definition does not affect or limit the broader definition of “assistance animal” under the Fair Housing Act or the broader definition of “service animal” under the Air Carrier Access Act. Some State and local laws also define service animal more broadly than the ADA does. Information about such laws can be obtained from the State attorney general’s office.
- Physical Security / Other
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- Despite the Colorado amendment to legalize marijuana, possession of marijuana on a federal installation is a violation of federal law.
- No firearms and/or weapons allowed.
- Privately owned drones/UAV's are not allowed.
- No personal fireworks or sparklers allowed on Fort Carson. These items are prohibited per FC Regulation 210-2-8.
- No glass containers allowed.
- Alcohol in private containers is not allowed. Alcohol may be purchased from vendors located in designated areas.
- No coolers allowed except for breast milk totes/storage that are 10" and under/smaller.
- No personal canopies, tents or campers allowed.
- Absolutely no personal grills or burners allowed.
- No bikes, scooters, skateboards, hoverboards, or other alternative modes of human-powered transport allowed.
April 25, 2026
12 p.m. - 4 p.m.
Field behind Ivy Fitness Center
(Red Cloud & Kit Carson soccer fields)
Celebrate Month of the Military Child and help raise awareness for Child Abuse Prevention Month at Fort Carson’s first annual KidsFest — a FREE celebration for ALL military kids across the Colorado Springs community. This high‑energy event is packed with music, live entertainment, hands‑on activities, and family fun for every age.
Enjoy food and drinks for purchase, pick up MOMC swag, and enter for a chance to win a bike giveaway.
FREE Color Run
Day‑of registration is required to complete the hold harmless form — then get ready to run through clouds of purple and blue color powder.
Run begins at 12:30 p.m.
Family Fun Features
Costumes Encouraged
Our 2026 theme is Every Story Matters. Kids are invited to dress as their favorite storybook characters and shine in the Character Parade at 2 p.m. It’s a fun way to celebrate imagination, creativity, and the stories that inspire military children.
All information is subject to change.
ACCESS
This event is open to DOD ID card holders only. This includes active duty, dependents, retirees, DOD civilians.
Gate access procedures apply, please plan accordingly.
General Release and Hold Harmless Agreement
RESTRICTIONS
Thank you to our Sponsors!
• Kibler Group – Falcon Keller Williams Partners
CONTACT US for details on becoming a sponsor!
