Denver is the best place to celebrate the independence of our country. Enjoy your Fourth of July weekend with festivals, concerts, sports and breathtaking fireworks displays.
Don't have any plans for the Fourth of July? Don't worry, because we've got you covered. Here are some can't-miss events happening in Denver this year during Fourth of July weekend!
Concerts
Concerts at Red Rocks
June 30 to July 2, 2017 at Red Rocks Amphitheatre
Umphrey's McGee will be playing at the Rocks for three nights! Special guests include Stick Figure, Snarky Puppy & Bokante and Bruce Hornsby & The Noisemakers.
Purchase Tickets.
City Park Jazz
July 2, 2017 at City Park Bandstand
This free concert in City Park is one you don't want to miss. On July 2, you can listen to the lively sounds of Purnell Steen and LeJazz Machine. Steen and his group LeJazz Machine exemplifies the heart and soul of the jazz community, keeping its unique sound alive. Concerts take place every Sunday from now until August, so don't miss out! Visit
City Park Jazz for more information.
Professional Sports + Fireworks
The Colorado Rapids and Fireworks!
July 4, 2017 at Dick's Sporting Goods Park
The Colorado Rapids will be battling it out against the Seattle Sounders. Just make sure you stick around after the game for a spectacular display of fireworks! Grab your
tickets before they're gone.
The Denver Outlaws and Fireworks!
July 4, 2017 at Sports Authority Field at Mile High
If you're not a soccer fan, then the Rapids probably aren't for you. However, they're not the only team playing this Fourth of July. The Denver Outlaws will be taking on the Atlanta Blaze, with a fireworks show that will be accompanied by state-of-the-art pyrotechnics visuals on a 220-foot-wide screen. You don't want to miss this, so get your
tickets before they're gone.
Other Can't-Miss Events
Cherry Creek Arts Festival
July 1-3, 2017 at Cherry Creek North, on seven streets between Columbine and Steele
Not only is this a free festival, but it's one of the biggest in Cherry Creek -- more than 350,000 people attend annually. Between the performing, visual and culinary arts, there's a huge range of family-friendly activities for you to get up to all weekend long. For additional information, visit the Cherry Creek Arts Festival's
website or
Facebook page.
Independence Eve Fireworks
July 3, 2017 at Civic Center Park, Broadway and Colfax
This annual celebration not only has an incredible fireworks display, but there will also be a patriotic concert and a light show on the Denver City and County Building. If you're wanting a good seat, the lawn area is on a first-come, first-served basis. Bring blankets, chairs and even your own picnic! Concessions will be available on site. Visit the Civic Center Conservancy
website if you have any questions.
Fireworks at Elitch Gardens
July 4, 2017 at Elitch Gardens Theme and Water Park
Enjoy the rollercoasters and water slides during the day, then watch as the night sky lights up during the fireworks display. The show starts at dusk and is included in the admission to the park. You can get a season pass or a daily ticket, simply
click here.
Which event will you be participating in this Independence Day? Are there other events happening around Denver that we missed? Share them with us by commenting below.
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