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In this summary, I wanted to dive into one of the most exciting Tesla events that I’ve attended — the world’s highest Tesla light show, held on August 23, 2025, atop Pikes Peak in Colorado. As someone who’s followed Tesla’s community-driven spectacles for years, this one stood out not just for its altitude but for the sheer coordination and enthusiasm involved.
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Organized by the Denver Tesla Owners Club, it brought together over 200 Tesla vehicles to set a new Guinness World Record at an elevation of 14,115 feet. It was well organized and I was pleasantly surprised there was no hint of a protest or any negative vibes, making it a testament to electric vehicle resilience in extreme conditions.
Pikes Peak Tesla Takeover
As night fell on the summit, the Teslas lined up along the winding roads, their headlights, taillights, and even some custom LED setups syncing in a mesmerizing display. The thin air and biting cold posed challenges, yet the batteries held strong, with no reports of significant range loss despite the high altitude. Videos circulating on social media show the lights pulsing to music, creating patterns that lit up the mountain like a futuristic aurora borealis. I took pictures and videos. I’ve included the best photos below.
The videos didn’t hold a candle to the video above, so I recommend you watch that to get an idea of the overall show. At first, the club was worried they wouldn’t get enough people to sign up, but in the end, the event was sold out and people were clamoring for tickets. I forgot to secure my ticket in time, but luckily, Jon from Tesla Owners of Silicon Valley had an extra ticket for me. I rode to the event in a black Cybertruck with Dan from Fort Collins. He picked me up on his trip to Pikes Peak after assisting three vehicles that ran out of electricity (intentionally) while on a range test.
One participant posted on X, “Time to set the world record,” capturing the buildup. Another exclaimed, “Highest Tesla Light Show in the world baby!” as the event unfolded. Local news outlets — see here and here — covered it from below, describing the glowing spectacle visible for miles.
It’s events like these that highlight Tesla’s appeal beyond just transportation — they’re about community and pushing boundaries. For EV enthusiasts, it’s a reminder of how these vehicles perform in real-world extremes, from sub-zero temps to low oxygen levels that could strain traditional engines. Looking ahead, this record might inspire more high-altitude adventures, perhaps even integrating Tesla’s Full Self-Driving tech for automated light patterns. If you’re in Colorado or planning a Tesla road trip, events like this show why the EV community thrives. All in all, the Pikes Peak light show wasn’t just a flash in the pan; it’s a shining example of innovation meeting adventure.
Driving into the event, the Tesla Superchargers were busy, but we only had to wait a couple of minutes for a charge. It was great to get out of the car and talk to the other owners going to the event!
Long line to check in to the event, but the line moved quickly and the Denver Tesla Owners Club was very well organized.
Sorry, this is pretty blurry. I was looking back at the twisty road to the top.
I saw a few goats along the road.
Weather was cold and rainy, even a little sleet. Luckily, it cleared up right before the show started. Here is a line of Cybertrucks (they organized all vehicles by type — Cybertrucks, Model Y, etc.).
I was warming up inside and had some soup and doughnuts before the show.
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View from in front of the Cybertrucks
A view of the owners capturing the event.
Someone brought the mini Cybertruck and Cyberquad to run around in.
Another blurry picture, but this is the owners going down the twisty road.
Conclusion
I don’t know if this event did much to get more people in electric vehicles, but anything that gets the media to mention the amazing capabilities of the “computers on wheels” in a positive manner could plant the seed in some people’s minds and encourage them to think of them next time they need a new vehicle.
If you want to take advantage of my Tesla referral link to get up to $1000 off a new Tesla vehicle, here’s the link: https://ts.la/paul92237 — if another owner helped you more, please use their link instead of mine.
Disclosure: I am a shareholder in Tesla [TSLA], BYD [BYDDY], XPeng [XPEV], and several ARK ETFs. But I offer no investment advice of any sort here.
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