Bang! Boom! Pop! If you’re looking for fun ways to celebrate the 4th of July with Fireworks around the Denver Metro then look no further. Here is your guide to firework displays around Denver. Almost all Denver area 4th of July events are FREE!
INDEPENDENCE EVE FIREWORKS
WHEN: July 3, 2018, 8 p.m.
WHERE: Civic Center Park, Broadway and Colfax
The annual Independence Eve Celebration in Civic Center Park will feature a free patriotic concert, an innovative light show on the Denver City and County Building and a stunning fireworks finale. Lawn seating will be available on a first-come, first-served basis, so be sure to bring blankets or low-rise concert/beach chairs. You’re also welcome to bring your own picnic, though concessions will also be present on-site.
FIREWORKS AT ELITCH GARDENS THEME & WATER PARK
WHEN: July 4, 2018
WHERE: Elitch Gardens Theme & Water Park
Spend the day riding the roller coasters and the water slides at Elitch Gardens Theme & Water Park, Denver’s downtown amusement park, then watch a brilliant fireworks display light up the night sky, starting at dusk.
FIREWORKS AT THE HUDSON GARDENS & EVENT CENTER
WHEN: July 3-4, 2018, 7:30 p.m. (fireworks follow concerts)
WHERE: The Hudson Gardens & Event Center
See Super Diamond, a Neil Diamond tribute band, on July 3 and Firefall, with hits like “You Are the Woman” and “Just Remember I Love You,” on July 4. Fireworks displays follow each performance.
CHERRY CREEK ARTS FESTIVAL
WHEN: July 6–8, 2018
WHERE: Cherry Creek North, from 2nd to 3rd Avenues, on the seven streets between Columbine and Steele Sts.
This free, outdoor extravaganza —The Cherry Creek Arts Festival (CCAF) weekend event is a world‐class and award‐winning celebration of the visual, culinary and performing arts. Good eats, free concerts, and lots of family friendly fun.
COLORADO ROCKIES VS. SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS
WHEN: July 2–4, 2018
WHERE: Dick’s Sporting Goods Park
Head to Coors Field to watch the Colorado Rockies take on the San Francisco Giants in a three-game series.
COLORADO RAPIDS VS SEATTLE SOUNDERS FC (This is where our family goes and we park in the Northfield shopping center to watch the fireworks).
WHEN: July 4, 2018
WHERE: Dick’s Sporting Goods Park
Watch as professional men’s soccer team the Colorado Rapids square off against the Seattle Sounders FC!
DENVER OUTLAWS VS. BOSTON CANNONS
WHEN: July 4, 2018
WHERE: Sports Authority Field at Mile High
Professional lacrosse team the Denver Outlaws will battle it out with the Boston Cannons. After the game, enjoy fireworks within the bowl at Sports Authority Field at Mile High — pyrotechnics paired with visuals on a 220-foot-wide, high-definition screen. You’ll never forget this fireworks show!
WHEN: July 4, 2018 gates open at 7pm, fireworks at 9pm.
WHERE: Stenger Sports Complex (W. 58th Ave. and Oak St.)
Arvada’s Independence Day Celebration returns to its roots, focusing on the core of the holiday–fireworks!
Aurora 4th of July Spectacular
WHEN: July 4, 2018 from 6-10pm.
WHERE: Aurora Municipal Center 15151 E. Alameda Parkway Aurora, CO 80012
The city of Aurora, Colorado celebrates the 4th of July Spectacular and Independence Day with a fireworks show that lights up the night sky. The Aurora Municipal Center Great Lawn features live music, delicious food and a fireworks display revered as one of the best in Colorado. Check out the best viewing areas in town for our fireworks display!
WHERE: Broomfield County Commons Park
We start our celebration at 5:00 pm with pony rides and inflatables. Enjoy a free concert with the “17th Avenue Allstars” and “That Eighties Band”. Bring your picnic dinner or enjoy a dinner from our vendors at the park. After the concert, at dusk, the fireworks display begins, approximately 9:30 pm.
WHERE: from the butte above Red Hawk Ridge Golf Course
It’s tradition to celebrate Independence Day with fireworks. As long as fire conditions cooperate, the Town of Castle Rock can help you celebrate right from your own backyard.
WHERE: Dick’s Sporting Goods Park
With one of the state’s largest fireworks displays, inflatables and interactive games, live entertainment and a Colorado Rapids game, Commerce City knows how to throw a party for our nation’s birthday. Purchase game tickets at coloradorapids.com.
WHERE: Cornerstone and Belleview Parks
WHERE: Lake Estes
At 7 p.m., the Estes Village Band tunes up for its annual patriotic concert featuring the works of John Philip Sousa and others. The concert is free to attend and will be held at the Performance Park Amphitheater, at the west end of downtown. The Fireworks Show starts at 9:30pm over Lake Estes! You won’t want to miss one of Colorado’s most glorious fireworks displays! Find a grassy spot at Stanley Park, along the Lake Estes Trail or on your favorite mountainside to join in this annual tradition of national pride.
Fort Collins 4th of July Community Celebration
WHERE: Sheldon Lake at City Park
WHERE: 6th Street & Georgetown Lake
WHERE: 6th Street & Georgetown Lake
WHERE: Green Valley Ranch Colf Club (no parking available, see website for details)
WHERE: Highland Heritage Regional ParkJuly 4th Celebration and Fireworks event returns to Highland Heritage Regional Park. The celebration will start at 4:00 p.m. at Highland Heritage Regional Park concluding with the fireworks show at 9:30 p.m. Join them for balloon twisters, face painters, games & inflatables, live music and of course fireworks!
WHERE: Waneka Lake Park 1600 Caria Dr., Lafayette
WHERE: Cornerstone Park – 5150 S Windermere St, Littleton, CO 80120
WHERE: TinkerMill 1840 Delaware Pl Longmont, CO 80501
WHERE: Coal Creek Golf Course 585 W Dillon Rd, Louisville
WHERE: North Lake Park
WHERE: E.B. Rains Jr. Memorial Park, 11800 Community Center Drive
WHERE: Salisbury Park 12010 N. Motsenbocker Road
WHERE: Carpenter Park Fields 108th Avenue & Colorado Boulevard
WHERE: City Park in Westminster
