The City of Boulder no longer hosts fireworks shows because of its ban on open burning, but that doesn’t mean you have to abandon your red, white, and blue tendencies. Several nearby events offer the perfect opportunity to celebrate America’s birthday and let freedom ring. Consider heading out to the following:
The Fireworks Show in Erie
Erie’s fireworks show doesn’t take place on the Fourth of July; it occurs on the third. This free event begins at 6:00 PM and features a variety of festivities and food trucks. Once the skies darken, the fireworks launch at 9:00 PM.
The Fourth of July Celebration in Longmont
Longmont’s Fourth of July celebration includes a street fair with food trucks, drinks, and all-age activities. It also features a concert in the park, a drone show performed by the St. Vrain Valley School District’s aero team, and a fireworks display. The celebration kicks off at 5:00 PM in Downtown Longmont.
The Fourth of July Event in Louisville
The City of Louisville’s Fourth of July celebration features live music, summer-themed activities, and a spectacular fireworks show as a grand finale. It also emphasizes delicious food, offering menu options from the following vendors:
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Stick Around Skewers
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Cousins Kitchen
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Marco’s Hot Dogs & Tacos
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Jordy’s Barbecue
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Wheels on Fire (wood-fired pizza)
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Sweet Cow
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Punch Buggy
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Frost & Dough Dessert Truck
The Great American Picnic
The Great American Picnic is a Broomfield tradition that unites the community for a celebration of food and fireworks. This event begins at 5:00 PM on July 4th at Broomfield County Commons Park and includes concession stands, a beer garden, bouncy castles, live music, and a bike parade.
The Phish Concert
If you want to stay in Boulder, you can replace actual fireworks with metaphorical ones by attending the Phish concert at Folsom Field. A unique and wildly entertaining band, Phish is known for its genre-blending music, jam sessions, improvisation, and comedic hijinks.
Boulder may not have a city-sponsored fireworks show, but there are many local ways to celebrate America’s birthday. After all, you only turn 249 once!
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