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Where to Celebrate the 4th of July in Denver This Weekend

bySarah Fisher
July 2, 2026
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The Fourth of July weekend is one of the biggest celebrations of the summer, and Denver is delivering a packed lineup of events for every kind of adventurer. Whether you’re looking to watch fireworks light up the Colorado sky, catch a live concert at Red Rocks, enjoy rooftop parties, indulge in seasonal food and drinks or explore the city’s thriving arts and culture scene, there’s no shortage of ways to celebrate Independence Day.

Here’s your guide to the best music, food, fireworks, nightlife, arts, and cultural events happening across Denver this Fourth of July weekend.

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Read: The Ultimate 4th of July Outdoor Colorado Music Guide

FASHION EVENTS

Denver Fashion Week Fall 2026 Model Workshop

When: July 26, 1:00 p.m. Where: TBA Cost: $40+ The Lowdown: 

Whether you’re stepping onto a runway for the first time or looking to refine your walk before auditions, the workshop offers hands-on training designed to help participants feel confident, polished and prepared.

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Denver Fashion Week Fall 2026 Second Model Auditions

When: Aug 9, 11:00 a.m. Where: TBA Cost: $10+ The Lowdown: 

Following overwhelming demand from aspiring models across Colorado, Denver Fashion Week (DFW) has announced a second round of model auditions for its upcoming Fall/Winter 2026 runway season.

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MUSIC EVENTS

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Gillian Grogan and EMMA ROSE

When: July 2, 8:00 p.m. Where:  Skylark Lounge – 140 S. Broadway Cost: $18+ The Lowdown: 

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Zeds Dead with Sippy, Baauer, Holly, HYDRAULIX & LUMBERJVCK

When: July 3, 5:00 p.m. Where: Red Rocks Amphitheatre – 18300 W Alameda Pkwy, Morrison Cost: $205+ The Lowdown: 
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Flobots

When: July 4, 7:00 p.m. Where: Levitt Pavilion Denver – 1380 W Florida Ave Cost: $0+ The Lowdown: 

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Don Toliver with SahBabii, SoFaygo, Chase B

When: July5, 7:30 p.m. Where: Ball Arena – 1000 Chopper Cir Cost: $105+ The Lowdown: 

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FOOD EVENTS

Read: Best Rooftops to Watch 4th of July Fireworks + Sip Cocktails in Denver

Dumpling Love: Dim Sum Party

When: July 3, 6:30 p.m. Where: Stir Cooking School Highlands – 3215 Zuni St. Cost: $120 per person The Lowdown: 

Join the dumpling party and learn how to make pork bao buns, shrimp shumai, pan-fried gyoza, and crab cheese rangoons. All classes include a full bar with beer, wine, and house-curated cocktails for purchase.

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Stars, Stripes, and Deck Nights

When: July 3, 5:00 p.m. Where: Woodie Fisher Kitchen & Bar – 1999 Chestnut Pl. Cost: Free The Lowdown: 

Celebrate America’s 250th with our festive Bomb Pop Drinks, featuring real Bomb Pops and High Noon buckets!

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4th of July Rooftop Fiesta at Cimera

When: July 4, 5:00 – 11:00 p.m. Where:  The Source Hotel – 3330 Brighton Blvd. Cost: $60+ The Lowdown: 

The experience is an open rooftop gathering featuring live-fire cooking, craft cocktails, and skyline views throughout the evening. Guests will enjoy Peruvian street skewers, duck & chorizo paella, and ceviche prepared live on-site.

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Farmers Market Central Park

When: July 5, 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m. Where: Central Park – 29th Ave & Roslyn Cost: Free The Lowdown: 

Local vendors provide Colorado-grown produce, tasty baked goods, specialty meats, gourmet food items and more! 

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LIFESTYLE EVENTS

Mystic Magnolias; A Southern Gothic Cabaret

When: July 2, 7:00 p.m. Where: Colorado Sake Co – 3559 Larimer St Cost: $25+ The Lowdown: 

Saunter yourself out to The Mystic Magnolias, a Burlesque AND Drag Show with chilling charm and dripping in Southern Gothic atmosphere.

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America 250 | Colorado 150 Drone Show presented by Visit Denver

When: July 3, 6:30 – 10:00 p.m. Where: DPAC/Denver Performing Arts Complex – 1400 Curtis St. Cost: Free The Lowdown: 

Following Sunset Cinema’s showing of National Treasure on July 3rd at Sculpture Park, stay to enjoy the 4th of July Drone Show! This special event will be brought to you by Visit Denver, celebrating American 250 | Colorado 150, including an appearance by Mayor Mike Johnston.

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Beat The Bomb Summer Mission: America250 Edition

When: July 4, 2:00 – 9:00 p.m. Where: Beat The Bomb – 3863 Steele St, Unit 1273 Cost: $39+ The Lowdown: 


Beat The Bomb announces the limited-time-only Summer Mission: America250 Edition – celebrating America’s 250th with five new games, a collectible beach towel, and a red, white, and blue Paint Blast!

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Independence Day Concert with Denver Municipal Band (Cheesman Park)

When: July 5, 7 :00 – 8:15 p.m. Where: Cheesman Park – 1900 E. 11th Ave. Cost: Free The Lowdown: 

Price:Free

Join the Denver Municipal Band’s Concert Band for an Independence Day concert at Cheesman Park Pavilion with special guest Denver District 10 City Councilmember Chris Hinds narrating Aaron Copland’s Lincoln Portrait. 

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Whether you’re dancing at a concert, enjoying a garden dinner, cheering on your favorite soccer team or exploring a new exhibition, Denver offers plenty of ways to fill your 4th of July weekend calendar. Gather your friends, support local businesses, and discover something new around the city.