Avon Town Manager Eric Heil made the decision to cancel Avon’s fireworks display for the Salute to the USA event this morning. This decision is based on the designation of Stage 2 Fire Restrictions by the Eagle County Sheriff’s Office and the lack of any rain in the forecast over the next week.
Stage 2 Fire Restrictions do allow commercial fireworks displays; however, proceeding with the display would require significant watering of Nottingham Park and the adjacent railroad right-of-way prior to the event, which would conflict with the exceptional drought conditions and watering restrictions.
“It is always disappointing to cancel the fireworks display for Salute to the USA, which is a beloved feature of Avon’s signature event,” said Town Manager Eric Heil. “Salute will still be an amazing event for the community with performances by Grace Potter and Sophia Scott. We hope everyone will join us for a beautiful evening in Harry A. Nottingham Park for the 40th Annual Salute to the USA.”
Gates open at 5:00 p.m. for Salute to the USA in Harry A. Nottingham Park, with live music beginning at 6:00 p.m.
