Today, the annual Briarfest community event is kicking off in Briargate. It’s three days of food, rides, and live entertainment on the north side of the springs, that’s now turning into a staple in the community.
This year is a big year for organizers and the community. I talked with people setting up here who tell me this is the tenth year for the event so they’re planning on making it bigger than ever.
St. Gabriel’s church hosts the event and the proceeds benefit their new school and the church. Things kick off Friday at 5pm. You can see the full schedule of events is packed all weekend.
The events happening all weekend include live music, a silent auction, and a car show. There’s even a beer garden. It’s all happening off Research and Austin Bluffs in Colorado Springs. The address is 8755 Scarborough Dr, Colorado Springs, CO 80920.
The first Briarfest started as a picnic a decade ago and has since blossomed into the event it is today. I talked with Mark Lanning who is in charge of the event. He tells me about how the event has grown over the years.