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Colorado Passport Program

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Celebrating America 250 - Colorado 150

In 2026, Colorado will celebrate a milestone moment — 150 years since we joined the Union and 250 years of American independence. To mark this historic anniversary, we’re giving you the chance to win $500 in United travel credits — plus an automatic entry for the 150,000 United MileagePlus® miles grand prize — when you check in at participating Passport locations.

Colorado Passports are free, mobile-exclusive passes that reward you for exploring the Centennial State, making it easy and fun to discover Colorado’s vibrant towns, cultural landmarks and local businesses.

Explore the Colorado Passports below, and with every stop, you’ll uncover hidden gems, celebrate Colorado’s rich heritage — all while earning prizes and perks along the way.

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How the Passports Work

The mobile exclusive passports is a collection of curated attractions, retailers, restaurants and more, some offering deals and discounts to redeem during your visit.

Your passport(s) will be instantly delivered to your phone via text and email and is ready to use immediately! There is no app to download. Your pass(es) can be saved to your phone’s home screen for easy one-tap access.

When visiting a participating business, show your phone to staff to redeem any available discounts. Each GPS check-in also counts as an entry to win a grand prize!

 

Save to Your Phone's Home Screen
  • Open your mobile pass. You will receive your pass via email or text.
  • Tap the three dots icon (found in the top or bottom right of your screen).
  • Select "Add to Home screen," then tap Install.
  • A Colorado Passport Program shortcut will now appear on your device alongside your apps for easy access.
  • Open your mobile pass. You will receive your pass via email or text.
  • Be sure to open the pass on the Safari browser and tap the share button (found at the bottom of your web browser).
  • Select "Add to Home."
  • A Colorado Passport Program shortcut will now appear on your device alongside your apps for easy access.
     

Upcoming Passports

Coming Jan '26: 64 County Challenge

Coming Jan '26: Do Colorado Right

Coming Feb '26: Eat & Drink Local

Coming Apr '26: Colorado Wildlife

Coming Apr '26: Water Adventures

Coming May '26: Live Music

Coming May '26: Family Fun

Coming May '26: Summer

Coming Jun '26: 250/150 Celebration

Coming Jul '26: Scenic Rides

Coming Jul '26: Arts & Culture

Coming Aug '26: Western Heritage

Coming Sep '26: Mountain Town

Coming Sep '26: Fall

Previous Passports

Summer Passport '25

Get Involved in the Celebration

Resources

Below are resources for individuals, communities, businesses, organizations, and everyone looking to get involved with the 2026 commemoration. No matter who you are, the resources below will give you the tools you need to be part of Colorado's Sesquisemiquincentennial.

The official Terms & Conditions and Sweepstakes Rules for the Colorado Passport Program.