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Welcome to
The 88th CAÑON CITY MUSIC & BLOSSOM FESTIVAL
CAÑON CITY, COLORADO
Features National High School, Middle School and Junior High Schools in competition and performance opportunities in areas of concert, band, jazz band, parade, orchestra and concert choir.
NEWS & ANNOUNCEMENTS
Brianna Nix finishing in the top 3 for the 2025 season of American Idol will be at Cluster Duck 2026!
Drone Show - Stars Over The Rockies on Saturday may 2nd 8:30pm
Events and Schedules have been loaded! See the Events page.
Officially announcement regarding the 2026 status of our beloved Carnival …coming soon
Parade Lineup added - draft!
Have a middle or high school student participating in our competitions for concert, band, jazz, parade, orchestra or concert choir? Schedules have been loaded!
STORIES IN THE SKY DRONE SHOW
This year, Colorado proudly celebrates two historic milestones. Our nation marks the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, while Colorado commemorates its 150th year as a state. As the Centennial State, Colorado holds a unique distinction — we are the only state in the nation observing both anniversaries at once.
In honor of this once-in-a-generation moment, this year's parade theme is "STARS OVER THE ROCKIES".
And that's not all — we're thrilled to introduce an all-new drone show as part of this year's Blossom Festival, making 2025 a celebration to remember.
CONCERT BAND & ORCHESTRA COMPETITIONS
Held at the LOU DEL PIZZO Performing arts center
The Blossom Festival is proud to host the largest community-run school music competition in the state — and the talent on stage proves it every year.
Concert Band & Orchestra competitions take center stage at the Lou Del Pizzo Performing Arts Center, where some of Colorado's most gifted young musicians compete for the chance to be heard. The excitement doesn't stop there.
Jazz Band showcases fill the Florence High School Performing Arts Center with energy and improvisation, while Concert Choirs bring breathtaking vocal performances to the stunning Steeples Event Center.
Three incredible venues. One unforgettable festival. Come experience the next generation of Colorado's finest musicians.
2026 PARADE
The Parade You've Been Waiting For
Mark your calendars! The 88th Annual Cañon City Music & Blossom Festival Parade is rolling through downtown and it's going to be spectacular.
Join thousands of spectators along Main Street for a celebration packed with marching bands, stunning floats, food, and pure festival fun. Whether you're staking out a curb spot or cheering from the sidelines, this is the signature event of the Blossom Festival. This festival is one of the most beloved traditions in all of Colorado.
The parade is held between 3rd and 14th streets on Canon City’s Main Street.
88th Annual Cañon City Music & Blossom Festival Parade Lineup
BLOSSOMS IN THE PARK
LOTS OF VENDORS!
Food, Fun & Festival Vibes
Hungry? You're in the right place. Along the parade route and spilling into Veterans Park, you'll find a mouthwatering lineup of food vendors serving up all your festival favorites! Tacos, hamburgers, pizza, corn dogs, Polish sausages, caramel apples, snow cones, lemonade, and so much more. It's the kind of food that just tastes better outside.
And once the parade wraps, the party moves to Blossoms in the Park, where over 100 vendors fill Veterans Park with live music, entertainment, and endless things to explore. Browse, snack, and soak it all in. This is what festival season is all about.
CLUSTER DUCK
CONCERT ON SATURDAY NIGHT AT CENTENNIAL PARK (DUCK PARK) INCLUDING DRONE SHOW! Featuring Brianna Nix, Six Bucks & A Flight, Rowdy Brass Band!
Cluster Duck kicks off a summer of fun in Fremont County, Colorado!
RUN BLOSSOM
Run the River. Live the Festival.
Lace up and hit the trail! The RunBlossom 5K is one of the most scenic runs in the region. The course winds along the breathtaking Arkansas Riverwalk Trail, carrying runners alongside the river and through some of Cañon City's most stunning natural landscapes.
Race day kicks off on the morning of Saturday, May 2nd, and that's just the beginning. After you cross the finish line, head downtown and keep the celebration going all weekend long. A parade, craft fair, live entertainment, a brand-new drone show, and so much more are all waiting for you.
BLOSSOM HISTORY
"The first recorded mention of a festival in Canon City occurred in the 1860's in the Canon City Times. By the 1880's, residents were celebrating Fruit Day as both an acknowledgment of their remarkable harvests and a way to acquaint neighboring communities with their bountiful products."
WELCOME TO
CANON CITY
Check out information about Wonderful Canon City and all the adventurous things to do! Great places to eat and fun places to stay.
