Seasonal & Holidays

Every Way To Celebrate July 4th Near Denver —​ Fireworks, Parade, Race 2022

Patch has your complete guide to Independence Day fireworks shows, parades and other celebrations in and around Denver.

Denver, CO — Cities and counties across the country continue to bring back many of the traditional Independence Day activities that were either canceled or modified the last two years. July 4 is just around the corner, so it's time to find out what Fourth of July fireworks and festivities are going on near you in 2022.

We have all the fireworks shows, parades and festivals happening in and around Denver so you can start planning now.

Here's what's in store this July 4 in Denver:

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July 4 Festivities

Note: The annual fireworks at Folsom Field in Boulder and Big Boom Bash in Lakewood are canceled for 2022 due to a number of factors, including fire hazards and workforce shortages.


What: Four Mile Historic Park Independence Celebration

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Where: Four Mile Historic Park, 715 S Forest St, Denver, CO, 80246

When: Saturday, July 2, 2022, 10 a.m.

When: Sunday, July 3, 2022, 4 p.m.


What: Aurora 4th of July Spectacular

Where: Aurora Municipal Center, 15151 E Alameda Pkwy, Aurora, CO, 80012

When: Monday, July 4, 2022, 6 p.m.


What: Park Hill Parade

Where: Park Hill Neighborhood, Denver, CO

When: Monday, July 4, 2022, 1:30 p.m.


What: Let Freedom Run 5k/10k

Where: Louisville Recreation & Senior Center, 900 Via Appia Way, Louisville, CO, 80027

When: Monday, July 4, 2022, 7 a.m.

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