Finding Gobi

The Cañon City Public Library program "Finding Gobi" will be held on Saturday, September 24th at 6 p.m. at the Steeple Event Center at 701 Macon Avenue.

Finding Gobi is a heartwarming story of an ultramarathon runner (Dion Leonard) and a small dog (Gobi) and their adventures in the Gobi desert and China. It is now a book and will soon be a major motion picture! Dion will have Gobi at the event as well as ...

Old Timey Movies

The Friends of the Museum is bringing back “Old Timey Movie” night. They will be showing one movie per night on the evenings of Thursday, September 29 and Friday, September 30.

This program is free and open to the public but there is a suggested donation of $4.00 and space is limited so registration is required. Please register online or contact the museum for more information. The movies will begin at 6:30 p.m. both nights with...

Road Closure on Orchard Avenue

The Street Department will be closing Orchard Avenue between Florence Street and Franklin Avenue for concrete panel replacement from Tuesday, September 20, 2022 until Tuesday, October 4, 2022.

Local homeowners will have access to their properties. The location of the needed panel replacement will not allow for two-way traffic. We thank you for your patience while we complete this project!

Water Testing Mailer Not From The City

It has come to our attention that some residents have received a notice in the mail recommending to have their water quality tested. This notice is not from the City; it is from an independent company called Aerus that sells water filtration systems.

For those that get their drinking water from the city, the Water Department Operators conduct daily, weekly, monthly, and annual routine analyses to ensure that the City's drinking water meets and exceeds regulatory requirements set fort...

Donations Being Accepted For The Library

The Cañon City Public Library is preparing for its annual book sale and is asking for donations. They will accept books, audiobooks, DVDs, and magazines.

Please drop items off at the library at 516 Macon Ave during normal business hours. 

Monday thru Thursday: 9:30 a..m. –5:00 p.m. Friday and Saturday: 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Sunday: Closed

Shredding Event

The City of Cañon City will be hosting a paper shredding event on November 4, 2022.

We will collect paper from the public at City Hall in the downstairs foyer during the following dates/times. 

• Wednesday, November 2, 2022 from 11:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
• Thursday, November 3, 2022 from 7:00 a.m. – ...

Notice of Construction - Fourmile Lane

Grading and paving work by Avalanche Excavating will begin on August 23, 2022, and will continue through October 31, 2022, weather permitting.

FOURMILE LANE: CMAQ ROAD RECONSTRUCTIONStarting approximately ¾ mile from County Road 123, the City will be reconstructing and paving ½ mile of Fourmile Lane.Fourmile Lane between mile marker 0.8 (end of current pavement) and MM 1.3 ...

UTV Permits

The Canon City Police Department will begin issuing UTV Permits on August 1, 2022.

Meeting Time Changes

General Government and Urban Renewal Authority (URA) meetings have switched times.

URA will be at 5 p.m. and General Government at 6 p.m. starting in August. The meetings will still be held on the first Wednesday of the month following the first Monday of the month City Council meeting.

Community Agency Funding

The City of Cañon City is now accepting applications for Community Agency Funding for 2023.

The purpose of this program is to support charitable groups and organizations to directly benefit the health and well being of Cañon City residents and neighborhoods. Available funds will be considered based on the following categories: Communi...

Squash Illiteracy

The Cañon City Public Library is offering its adult literacy program again.

Let's squash out illiteracy together. Do you know someone who struggles with their reading skills? The library has tutors available to help with one-on-one tutoring. This program is operated by volunteers and is free of charge. Find out more info...

Royal Cascade Seasonal Closure Begins June 1, 2022

The Royal Cascade trail will be closed from June 1, 2022 until August 1, 2022 for the bighorn sheep lambing season.

Cañon City's newest trail - Royal Cascade - offers hikers, trail runners, and mountain bikers incredible views of the Royal Gorge and Arkansas River. But if you're looking to enjoy the trail, you'll need to plan your ...

Excellence in Financial Reporting

Congratulations to our Finance Department for being recognized for Excellence in Financial Reporting by the Government Finance Officers Association of the US & Canada!

Rhodes Avenue Updates

Rhodes Ave is temporarily closed to through traffic due to construction. Alternate routes are advised!

Sewer Line Replacement Prior to 2A Road Reconstruction

If your private sewer service line is in need of replacement, now would be a good time to have it done prior to 2A work being completed this year.

Campground Reservations

We are pleased to announce that our online reservation system for East Ridge Campground is up and running.

This will make it easier for anyone to schedule their upcoming camping plans and time spent in Cañon City and the Royal Gorge Region! Reserve your spot today!

150th Sesquicentennial Proclamation

Ashley Smith, Cañon City Mayor, and City Council proclaimed 2022 as Cañon City's 150th Sesquicentennial Anniversary and Celebration during the Monday, April 4, 2022, City Council Meeting.

WHEREAS, in 1859, Canon City was laid out and the first log cabin was built on the west side of the hogbacks above Soda Springs, becoming platted in 1860; and, 

WHEREAS, in 1861, the First Territorial Legislature authorized the formation of Fremon...

Rhodes Avenue Stormwater Improvement Project

The City’s contractor will begin the reconstruction of the storm channel along Rhodes Avenue between East Main and Ute Street beginning the third week of February 2022.

The City’s contractor will begin the reconstruction of the storm channel along Rhodes Avenue between East Main and Ute Street beginning the third week of February 2022. Construction is planned through the end of December 2022. The project will e...

Cribbage Club

The Canon City Public Library will be hosting a Cribbage Club every Friday at 10 a.m. starting February 18th.

Free and open for all ages. Games Boards will be provided. For questions contact the library at 719.269.9020.

Story Swap Book Chat

Join the library's new book club!

"Story Swap –> Book Chat" is a new version of a book club where you read a book of YOUR choice and then come together on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month from 3–4 p.m. to share what you are reading. This is a great op...

Cañon City’s Sesquicentennial

The City of Cañon City turns 150 this year!

Cañon City was incorporated on April 2, 1872 and we plan to celebrate this milestone with a year of history, education, arts, and innovation. This year of celebration is supported by the City of Cañon City, Cañon City Cham...

Cañon City’s Sesquicentennial

This year of celebration is supported by the City of Cañon City, Cañon City Chamber of Commerce, the Royal Gorge Regional Museum & History Center, as well as the generous contributions of Cañon City residents, businesses, and organizations.

We have a n...

Relocation Guide

Thinking of making Cañon City your home? Download our Relocation Guide to learn more about our amazing community and all we have to offer.

See Click Fix

SeeClickFix is a web tool that allows citizens to report non-emergency neighborhood issues which are communicated to local government. Please be advised that this application is not to be used for emergencies. For urgent matters that require immediate att...