Celebrate 4th of July in Denver: Best Activities & Events in 2026

Independence Day is coming up, and we've got the best events and activities for the 4th of July in Denver!

Whether you're on summer vacation in Denver or a local looking for fun celebrations, there's something for everyone. Join the community and enjoy patriotic parades, sports games, fireworks shows, a bar crawl, and more.

Indy Eve

When: July 3rd, 2025, 5 - 10 PM
Where: Civic Center Park

Start your 4th of July celebrations early at Indy Eve, a free, family-friendly event by the City and County of Denver.

At Indy Eve, you’ll enjoy:

• A massive, 300-drone show
• The Civic Center Night Market launch
• Light shows
• Music from emerging DJs
• A live performance by the Colorado Symphony Brass & Percussion 
• Food and shopping with local retailers

Pancake Breakfast & Parade

When: July 4th, 2025, 9 AM for breakfast and 10:30 AM for the parade
Where: Founders Green at 29th Avenue & Roslyn Street

Begin your 4th of July in Denver with a pancake breakfast and parade hosted by the Master Community Association (MCA), a local nonprofit.

Enjoy a donation-based pancake breakfast on the stage at Founders Green. There will also be a balloon artist and face painting.

You can bring your decorated bike, tricycle, wagon, or scooter if you want to participate in the parade. Or you can hang out to watch the parade.

Washington Park July 4th Celebration

When: July 4th, 2025, 11 AM - 1 PM
Where: Washington Park Boathouse Pavilion

The annual July 4th Celebration at Washington Park is a popular Independence Day picnic and parade. 

Bring a picnic lunch and blanket or chairs to hang out and enjoy these free activities:

• Children’s parade
• Ice cream
• A live band performing patriotic music
• Station No. 21 Fire Truck Display
• Face painting
• Magician
• Balloon artist

Park Hill 4th of July Parade

When: July 4th, 2025, 1:30 PM
Where: Park Hill neighborhood

Join Denver’s largest Independence Day March at the Park Hill Parade. It runs through the heart of Park Hill, one of Denver’s oldest neighborhoods, starting at Dexter St. and finishing at Krameria St.

The parade includes over 50 groups, with floats, marching bands, characters in costume, classic cars, and more.

Denver Red White and Brew Bar Crawl

When: July 4th, 2025, 5 - 11 PM (check-in from 5 - 9 PM)
Where: The Passport bar, Downtown Denver

Ticket cost: Starting at $7.13 with early bird, 2 for 1, and group tickets available (drinks aren’t included)

Hit the town for the patriotic Denver Red, White, and Brew Bar Crawl. Celebrate with themed drinks from various bars throughout the city, with The Passport bar being your first stop. Your ticket includes live music and DJs, an after-party, bar entry, and access to food and drink specials.

4thFest

When: July 4th, 2024, the festival starts at 5 PM, and the game starts at 7:30 PM
Where: Dick's Sporting Goods Park, Commerce City

Celebrate July 4th just outside of Denver in Commerce City at the annual 4thFest, a free festival outside of Dick’s Sporting Goods Park, where the Colorado Rapids will be playing Sporting Kansas City.

The festival includes:

• A bounce house
• A DJ
• Soccer darts
• A rock-climbing wall
• A quad trampoline
• A mechanical bull
• Pedal carts
• A toddler zone
• Food trucks

The largest public fireworks show in Colorado will start after the game finishes. You'll need to purchase tickets to enter the stadium and watch the soccer game.

Oakwell Beer Spa

When: Daily, 8 AM to 10:30 PM
Where: Five Points and Highlands Ranch

Relax this July in Denver at Oakwell Beer Spa, a craft beer taproom and day spa combined in one space for the ultimate wellness experience. 

There are various spa packages available, whether you want to unwind with your partner, friends, or solo. Each spa package includes access to a private beer therapy room with a cedar hydrotherapy tub, an infrared sauna, and a rain shower. Afterward, you can sit back in a zero-gravity massage chair for a hands-free, full-body massage.

The self-serve taproom features a rotating selection of local beer, cider, wine, and non-alcoholic drinks. You can pour drinks at your own pace before, during, or after your spa session. 

Red Rocks Amphitheatre

When: July 4th, 2025, doors open at 5 PM, and the show starts at 6 PM
Where: Red Rocks Amphitheatre, Morrison

Red Rocks Amphitheatre is about half an hour outside of Denver, and it's one of Colorado's most epic music venues. It's an open-air theater surrounded by magical red rocks.

If you want to enjoy live music this July 4th, Blues Traveler is playing at Red Rocks Amphitheatre with special guests JJ Grey & Mofro and Eggy.

Colorado Rockies Game

When: July 4th at 6:10 PM & July 5th, 2025 at 7:10 PM
Where: Coors Field, Downtown Denver

Celebrate July 4th in Denver at a Colorado Rockies baseball game. They’re playing the White Sox at the iconic Coors Field. After the game, you can enjoy a fireworks show.

Coors Field is conveniently located in downtown Denver, so you can go out on the town afterward to continue your celebrations.

Elitch Gardens Fireworks Show

When: July 5th, 2025, 9 PM
Where: Elitch Gardens, Downtown Denver

If you can’t make it to see the fireworks on the 4th of July in Denver, or you want to continue the celebrations, Elitch Gardens has a fireworks show after the park closes on July 5th.

Spend the evening having fun at Elitch Gardens, a theme and water park, then stick around to watch the fireworks. You can also see the fireworks if you’re hanging out in Downtown Denver.

Cherry Creek Arts Festival

When: July 4th & 5th, 2025, 10 AM - 8 PM and July 6th, 2025, 10 AM - 6 PM
Where: Cherry Creek North neighborhood

Spend the 4th of July weekend at the Cherry Creek Arts Festival, a free, family-friendly event. Connect with others through art and explore works from 260 artists. There will also be live music, children's activities, art, food, and more.

Fan Expo Denver

When: July 3rd-6th, 2025, times vary

Where: Colorado Convention Center

Calling all fans of comics, anime, gaming, horror, and sci-fi. Fan Expo Denver is a four-day pop culture event with panels, cosplay contests, gaming lounges, and celebrity appearances, including Star Trek’s William Shatner. The event will be packed with photo ops, signings, exhibitors, and immersive experiences. 

Farmers Market

When: Saturdays and Sundays

Where: Multiple locations

Support local vendors this July in Denver at the following farmers' markets:

• Urban Market at Union Station - Local producers and vendors selling a wide range of goods in the heart of Downtown Denver; July 6th, 20th, and 27th 12 to 6 PM
• Cherry Creek Fresh Market - The largest farmers market in Denver with local gourmet food vendors, chef events, live music, and more; Saturdays 9 AM to 2 PM
• City Park Farmers Market - 60+ Colorado-based vendors with locally-sourced produce, dairy, and baked goods, plus breakfast and lunch dining options; Saturdays 8 AM to 1 PM
• South Pearl Street Farmers Market - Ready-to-eat treats, artisan cheeses, live music, and local food trucks; Sundays 9 AM to 1 PM
• People + Produce at Belleview Station - Local produce, meat, fish, baked goods, crafts, a mimosas and beer garden, and live music; Sundays 9 AM to 1 PM

First Friday Art Walk

When: July 4th, 2025 at 5:30 PM
Where: Santa Fe Arts District 

Every first Friday of the month, the Santa Fe Arts District

Denver Botanic Gardens

If you’re looking for outdoor things to do in Denver this July, the Denver Botanic Gardens is ideal. This summer, you can appreciate colorful blooms, guided plant walks, and seasonal flower showcases.

You can also attend the following events during July:

• Summer Concert Series - July 1st, 8th, 14th, 23rd, 28th, 29th, and 30th at 6:30 PM
• Evenings al Fresco - July 9th, 10th, 13th, and 24th at 5 PM
• Yoga at the Gardens- Every Wednesday at 8 AM
  

Other Activities

We also love the following things to do in Denver in July, which you can enjoy anytime:

• Take a day trip -  If you’re up for a road trip, Boulder is less than an hour away, and Colorado Springs is just over an hour. Each is a fun place to explore for the day, with fun outdoor activities and downtown areas.
• Get outside - There are many outdoor activities, including picnicking at Cheesman Park, playing pickleball, and taking a bike bar tour.
• Visit craft breweries - Denver is known for its incredible craft beer scene, and there are many breweries to visit. Some of our favorites are Cerveceria Colorado, Lady Justice Brewing Company, and Our Mutual Friend Brewing.
• Explore street art - Stroll around and see Denver’s colorful murals. RiNo and the Santa Fe Arts District are some of the best areas to see street art. 

A More Relaxing Way to Spend the 4th of July in Denver

We hope you're excited to celebrate the 4th of July in Denver this year! With fun events and activities spanning over a few days, you might even get to enjoy a few celebrations.

Don’t forget to relax before the festivities or unwind afterward. Book a rejuvenating spa day at Oakwell Beer Spa in Denver to end your Independence Day celebrations in style.