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A Denver 4th of July, 2017!

Fireworks, barbecue, ice cream, and American Flags - americana is at its best during a Denver 4th of July. And, with sun and summer warmth forecasted all the way until the big day, you'll want to enjoy some of the best Independance Day events Metro Denver has to offer! From fireworks to food, The Mile High City is poised to deliver.
Denver 4th of July

Cherry Creek Arts Festival
Cherry Creek North between 2nd and 3rd, Denver
July 1st-3rd, 10a-8p
The best of the best when it comes to festival food and artistic variety. Take advantage of Cherry Creek's beautifully appointed streets to browse local art. Plus, they dedicate an entire block to fun activities for kids!

Independence Eve Fireworks
Civic Center Park, Denver
July 3rd at 8p
The quintessential Denver 4th of July. Pack your favorite picnic dinner and arrive early (around 6:00p) for prime lawn seating. Don't forget some board games or card decks to fuel the fun as you await the 8:00 patriotic concert! An impressive fireworks display follows.

City Park Jazz
City Park Bandstand, Denver
July 2nd at 6p
Nothing says summer like live jazz, rustling oak leaves, and a lake filled with serene geese. When you add some of Denver's best food trucks to the mix, you simply can't lose! Cozy up in city park for jazz and enjoyment.

Arvada Independance Day Celebration
Lutz/Stengler Sports Complex, Arvada
July 4th at 4p
This family-centric event features exciting kids activities in the Kids Play Zone as well as face painting and craft booths. Start at the fair, then stick around for the 9p fireworks!

Four Mile Historic Park's Old Fashioned July 4th Celebration
Four Mile Historic Park, Glendale
July 1st, 5p-10p
Beer garden, food trucks, live music, and wagon rides precede the glendale fireworks show! This is the perfect opportunity to picnic with your loved ones then watch the explosive magic

Golden 4th of July Festival
Lions park, Golden
July 4th, 12p-11p
Enjoy gorgeous golden and The Johnny O Band, Fyan Chris & The Rough Cuts, and Something underground. Fireworks start at 9:30!

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