FORT CARSON, Colo. — Fort Carson's Fall Fest will be held on post at the Iron Horse Park on Saturday, October 5 from noon until 4 p.m.
According to a press release sent out by Fort Carson, this event is meant to celebrate fall while bringing the community together.
Activities will include:
- food and drink vendors
- free caricature artists
- interactive maypole dancing
- stilt walkers
- fire poi spinners
- German dance groups
- free pumpkins
- bounce houses
The festival is free for all military service members, their families, and DOD ID card holders. Wristbands for the bounce houses are $10 until October 4 and $15 on the day of the event.
For a full schedule of events and to purchase a wristband, visit the Carson Fall Fest website.
County, state, and federal civilian concealed-carry permits are not recognized or valid at Fort Carson. All weapons brought onto the installation must be registered with the provost marshal's office in accordance with U.S. Army and Fort Carson regulations and policy. Only law enforcement personnel performing official duties may possess a concealed weapon on Fort Carson.
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