Best Independence Day Celebrations

July 2023
Vail America Days
Join the fun and Gondola Resorts helps celebrate the 4th of July holiday in Lionshead and Vail Village.  The Vail America Days features a parade and a night of fireworks.  This year's holiday theme is, "This Land is Your Land". 

Resort Parade, 10:00am 
The Vail America Parade returns this year.  Find or bring a seat on the 2-mile long route which begins at 10:00am.  The fun will roll from Manor Vail on Vail Valley Drive, then west to Hanson Ranch Road, north on Bridge Street, west on Gore Creek Drive, north across the International Bridge, west along Meadow Drive and finally through the Lionshead Village.  Participating in this year's parade is the team at Gondola Resorts of Vail.  
Spirit Concert, 2:00pm
Starting at 2:00pm in the afternoon, Vail sponsors a Patriotic Concert at the Gerald R. Ford Amphitheater. This year's music highlights the very popular Dallas Symphony Orchestra, benefitting the Vail Veterans Society. Purchase tickets starting July 1 or online at www.gondolaresorts.com. “We are super excited to be participating in this years events and invite everyone to be a part of the Vail festivities,” said President Gino Malara. “These events allow us to come together and celebrate the holiday while meeting new friends in this spectacular setting. We encourage all of our guests to join our morning breakfast as planned.”
Fireworks Show, 9:40am
This year's fireworks spectacular will be launched from the normal location at Gondola ONE. 

BRECKENRIDGE 4TH OF JULY CELEBRATION
Celebrate Independence Day at Breckenridge with a carnival of food and fun with kids activities, live music, and so much more. For the kids, the stars, stripes and slides playground will leave them high flying with joy. Wrap up the holiday's festivities with an incredible firework display.
Every Fourth of July, Breckenridge comes alive with patriotism, parties, and the annual Main Street Parade. The town celebrates with athletic competitions, live music, art festivals, family activities, and a few favorite small-town traditions.

7:00AM - 11:00AM – INDEPENDENCE DAY 10K RUN
Don’t miss this favorite kick-off to Breckenridge’s 4th of July fun. This annual 10K trail running race offers up some of the best views in the Breckenridge area, while finishing just in time to catch the Main Street parade and other festivities.
9:30AM - 11:30am – INDEPENDENCE DAY PARADE & FIRECRACKER 50
Breckenridge is excited for another year of our beloved Independence Day Parade. The Firecracker 50 Mountain Bike Race will lead off the parade at 9:30am and the parade will kick-off at 10:00am.
Location: Main Street between Watson and Park Ave.
10:00AM - 3:00PM – CIRQUE DE USA ACTIVITIES
 Enjoy complimentary circus crafts and games, draw in our annual chalk art contest and participate in the dog fashion show. 
Show off your three-ring worth skills to win prizes in the Side Show Talent Competition. Show your suffrage by creating a token and writing to your senator. Enjoy an adult beverage on the patio beer garden. Full Schedule Here. Location: Breckenridge Arts District’s Campus
12:00PM – READING OF THE DECLARATION OF INDEPENDENCE
Local speed skiing legend and Colorado Ski and Snowboard Hall of Famer, C.J. Mueller, will give a public reading of the Declaration of Independence following the parade.
Location: Blue River Plaza
6:00PM – NATIONAL REPERTORY ORCHESTRA: FOURTH OF JULY SPECTACULAR
Celebrate Independence Day with the National Repertory Orchestra (NRO)! Fourth of July Spectacular is dedicated to all who have served and are currently in uniform with thanks from a grateful nation.
This year’s NRO 4th of July concert will start at 6:00pm and doors open at 5:30pm.
Location: Riverwalk Center