Get ready for one of the most exciting weeks of the summer! From fireworks and live music to community parades and art festivals, the Denver metro area is bursting with ways to celebrate Independence Day. Whether you're in the heart of the city or heading to a neighboring town, here’s your day-by-day guide to 4th of July events around Denver:
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Wednesday, July 2
🎇 Glendale Fireworks & Movie Night
📍 Infinity Park, Glendale
🕕 Gates open at 6:30 p.m. | Movie at 7 p.m. | Fireworks at 9:30 p.m.
Watch Armageddon under the stars, then enjoy one of the earliest fireworks shows in the metro area. Free admission and parking! No animals allowed.
Thursday, July 3
🎆 Indy Eve 2025
📍 Civic Center Park, Downtown Denver
🕔 5 p.m. to 10 p.m.
Celebrate early with a Colorado Symphony performance, drone show (starting around 9:15 p.m.), Night Market, food trucks, and a family fun zone. Free entry!
🚀 Belmar Bash (Lakewood)
📍 Downtown Belmar
🕔 Festivities start at 5 p.m. | Drone show at 9:15 p.m.
Downtown Lakewood comes alive with music, food, and a futuristic drone light show.
🎇 Stars & Stripes at Breckenridge Brewery (Littleton)
📍 Farm House at Breckenridge Brewery
🕖 7–10 p.m.
Enjoy fireworks from the brewery lawn with drinks, food, and live music.
🎨 Cherry Creek Arts Festival Opening Night
📍 Cherry Creek North
🕔 Evening event (exact time TBA)
Get an exclusive first look at the 2025 Cherry Creek Arts Festival before the crowds arrive!
Friday, July 4
🎸 Blues Traveler at Red Rocks
📍 Red Rocks Amphitheatre, Morrison
An iconic 4th of July tradition! The legendary band takes the stage for an unforgettable night under the stars.
🎨 Cherry Creek Arts Festival (Day 1 of 3)
📍 Cherry Creek North
🕘 All day
Stroll through one of Denver’s top-ranked art festivals with over 250 juried artists, live performances, food & drink.
🎇 Commerce City’s 4thFest & Colorado Rapids Match
📍 Dick’s Sporting Goods Park
🕔 Festival starts at 5 p.m. | Rapids match at 7:30 p.m. | Fireworks after
One of Colorado’s biggest fireworks shows, plus food, music, and MLS action.
🎆 Colorado Rockies Fireworks Night
📍 Coors Field
🕖 First pitch at 6:10 p.m. | Fireworks after the game
Colorado Rockies v. Chicago White Sox. Enjoy America’s pastime followed by a spectacular fireworks display.
🎉 Park Hill Parade
📍 23rd Ave. through Park Hill
🕜 1:30 p.m.
Denver’s largest 4th of July parade with floats, bands, and more community fun.
🎈 Golden 4th of July Celebration
📍 Lions Park, Golden
🕙 10 a.m. – 8:30 p.m.
While there won’t be fireworks, this family-friendly event features live music, food, and a Junior Jubilee for the kids.
🎇 Thornton Red, White & BOOM
📍 Carpenter Park Fields
🕛 12 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.
All-day activities, live music on two stages, a beer garden, parachute jump, and massive fireworks show.
🎇 Westminster Fireworks & Pool Party
📍 City Park, 10455 Sheridan Blvd.
🕛 Events all day
Don’t miss the pool party, quarter dive, and a 20-minute firework display.
🎇 Northglenn 4th of July Festival
📍 EB Rains Jr. Memorial Park
🕛 12–9:30 p.m.
Car show, duck derby, live music, and fireworks cap off the day.
🎇 Parker Fireworks Display
📍 Salisbury Park (remote viewing only)
🕤 9:30 p.m.
Minimal setup but a full fireworks display to enjoy from surrounding areas.
🎉 Lowry Independence Parade & Celebration
📍 Sunset Park
🕙 10 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Parade, hot dogs, games, and a Denver Fire truck water spray for the kids.
🥞 Central Park Pancake Breakfast & Parade
📍 South Green (29th & Roslyn)
🕘 Breakfast at 9 a.m. | Parade at 10:30 a.m.
Bikes, scooters, and strollers take to the streets after a delicious community breakfast.
🎉 Highland Parade & Ice Cream Social
📍 W. 32nd & Clay to Hirshorn Park
🕤 9:30 – 11:30 a.m.
Bike decorating at 9:30 a.m. | Parade at 10:20 a.m. | Fire truck water spray & ice cream to follow.
🎇 Aurora 4th of July Spectacular
📍 Aurora Municipal Center Great Lawn
🕕 Starts at 6 p.m. | Fireworks at 9:30 p.m.
Live music, circus acts, food trucks, and one of the biggest fireworks shows in the metro area.
🎉 Washington Park 4th of July Celebration
📍 Smith Lake Boathouse
🕚 11 a.m. – 1 p.m.
Balloon artist, magician, face painting, kids' bike parade at noon, and free ice cream!
Saturday, July 5
🎆 Fireworks at Elitch Gardens
📍 Downtown Denver
🕘 Fireworks at 9 p.m. (park closing)
Spend the day on rides, then end your evening with a spectacular fireworks display.
🎆 Colorado Rockies Fireworks Night (Encore)
📍 Coors Field
🕖 First pitch at 6:10 p.m. | Fireworks after the game
If you missed Friday, here’s your second chance to enjoy post-game fireworks.
🎨 Cherry Creek Arts Festival (Day 2)
Continues through Sunday!
Sunday, July 6
🎨 Cherry Creek Arts Festival (Final Day)
Don’t miss your last chance to explore the art, food, and entertainment in Cherry Creek.
Ready to Celebrate?
From patriotic parades to live music and dazzling displays, there’s no shortage of ways to enjoy the holiday in and around Denver. Whether you’re planning a day out with family, friends, or just looking for fireworks to cap off the evening, there’s something for everyone.
Happy 4th of July from The Denver Group!
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