OPENING CEREMONY

In the tradition of the Olympic Games, the State Games of America will feature an Opening Ceremony, on Thursday, July 24, at the Colorado Springs World Arena, to celebrate the beginning of the State Games of the West weekend.

This year's Opening Ceremony will be an enjoyable evening of family entertainment featuring a ceremonial parade of athletes, sport exhibitions and demonstrations and live entertainment. The evening will conclude with the lighting of the State Games of America cauldron by an Olympic athlete.

Athletes will receive free admission to the Opening Ceremony.  Spectators can purchase Opening Ceremony tickets at the following prices: $10 for adults, $5 for youth (18 & under) & seniors (55+).

Click here or call 866-464-2626 to purchase tickets.  TICKETS ARE LIMITED!! 

CLICK HERE FOR MAPS TO THE OPENING CEREMONY AT THE WORLD ARENA

Come and experience the excitement of the Opening Ceremony of this regional sports festival!!

Opening Ceremony Schedule:
4:00 pm - Pre-Opening Ceremony Festivities begin at the World Arena
6:00 pm - Opening Ceremony gates open
7:00 pm - Opening Ceremony begins
 

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