Make your plans to celebrate Fourth of July in Denver! Here is a list of some of the top Independence Day celebrations across the Denver area.
Indy Eve at Civic Center Park (July 3)
Civic Center Conservancy is bringing back Denver’s favorite July 3rd event — reimagined for 2024! The City and County of Denver presents a transformed, interactive, event that will feature Denver’s largest-ever drone show, the launch of Civic Center NIGHT MARKET, music from emerging young DJs, a live performance from the Colorado Symphony Brass & Percussion Ensemble, and two different light shows on Civic Center Park’s iconic structures! Visitors are invited to gather in Civic Center Park to experience great food, music and shopping at Colorado retailers until the drone show begins, at which time, they can find a spot on the lawn to enjoy and celebrate.
Red, White and You (July 3)
Foothills Park & Recreation District’s signature community event – Red, White & You – returns to Clement Park in 2024! Enjoy music, food, fireworks and family fun! Admission is FREE, event runs rain or shine.
4thFEST with the Colorado Rapids (July 4)
The 28th annual fun-filled Independence Day celebration includes a pre-game festival, a Colorado Rapids vs Sporting Kansas City match at Dick’s Sporting Goods Park and the largest public fireworks show in the state.
As part of the 4thFEST celebrations, the Rapids and Commerce City will host a family festival at DICK’S Sporting Goods Park prior to the Rapids’ match that will include live music, a bounce house, soccer darts, a rock-climbing wall, a mobile ropes course, an alpine tubing slide, a mechanical bull, a trackless train, pedal carts and a toddler zone among the activations. 4thFEST is free and open to the public.
In addition to the pregame festival, the Rapids will be hosting a block party located along the South side of the stadium and will include a live DJ, drinks, food trucks, and an LED wall that will stream the Rapids’ game and other MLS games live. Local fans who live within the vicinity of the stadium can bike to 4thFEST and park their bikes at the Rapids’ Park Everything Lot, which is located on the East side of the stadium between gates B and C.
The Block Party and 4thFEST open at 5 p.m. and entry is free, but make sure to secure your tickets to the match against SKC at 7:30 p.m. before they sell out!
Arvada Fireworks Display (July 4)
The City of Arvada hosts its annual Fourth of July fireworks display at Stenger Sports Complex, 11200 W 58th Ave. Food trucks open at 5:30 p.m.. The fireworks show begins shortly after 9 p.m.
Aurora’s 4th of July Spectacular (July 4)
Englewood Fireworks Display (July 4)
Golden 4th of July Festival (July 4)
Bring a picnic and join the Golden Lions Club for the annual 4th of July community celebration in Lions Park on 10th Street. Activities include kids games and music provided by three bands starting at 11:30 a.m. The celebration is designed to be a day for families, friends and neighbors to get together at the beautiful park on 10th Street to picnic or purchase food and beverages and enjoy all the festivities.
Highlands Ranch Fireworks Show (July 4)
The Highlands Ranch Metro District is proud to partner with the Highlands Ranch Community Association and Douglas County to bring our community a spectacular fireworks show at Highland Heritage Park. Attendees may purchase food from a variety of food trucks or bring food , blankets, lawn chairs and handheld umbrellas into the event. The fireworks display begins at approximately 9:30 p.m., with the timing contingent on weather conditions and fire bans. Admission is free and open to the public.
Mom Tip: Don’t miss the kid and pet parade at 8:45 a.m., followed by the community parade at 9:30 a.m.
Let Freedom Run 5k/10k (July 4)
Dress up as your favorite American Hero in this Louisville race! This could be your mom, dad, Albert Einstein, Batman, Superman, or the Powerpuff girls! This event is all about celebrating GREAT people who do and have done GREAT things! Start time is 7:45 a.m. Register now.
Northglenn July 4th Festival (July 4)
Celebrate America’s birthday at the July 4th Festival in EB Rains Jr. Memorial Park in the City of Northglenn. Some call the event the cities largest family picnic as families and friends bring out their blankets and picnic baskets to get a great seat for the annual fireworks program. Learn more.
