Celebrate Independence Day in Fort Collins!#
Presented in partnership with Elevations Credit Union, there is a full day of activities planned for July 4. View the schedule below, along with important safety and parking information, and make plans to join in on the fun.
Plan Your Day
July 4 is a full day of family-friendly activities. View the schedule and make plans to attend!
Want to know where to park? Here are some suggestions!
Stay Informed with NoCo Alert
Text FoCo4th to 888-777 to sign up for emergency text alerts during the Independence Day Community Celebration.
Free Shuttle Service
Celebrate Independence Day in style with special service from Transfort! MAX will have enhanced service and shuttles will be available from CSU and the Downtown Transit Center (DTC) so you can get to City Park with ease.
Street Closures & Parking Information
The Independence Day Community Celebration events will impact traffic in and around City Park. Please follow all road closures and no parking signs in the area.
Planning for these closures could eliminate unnecessary conflicts, like parking tickets and towing, and provide time for parking elsewhere.
Review the maps, street closures, and parking guidance by clicking the button below as you make plans to enjoy the festivities.
Day of Event Schedule#
- Stars & Stripes Golf Tournament
-
To get to City Park Nine Golf Course, head east on Mulberry St. from Taft Hill Rd. and turn left onto S. Bryan Ave.
To sign up for the tournament, please call 970-221-6650 or visit fcgov.com/stars-and-stripes-tournament.
- FireKracker 5k
-
Learn more about the FireKracker 5k and sign up to participate.
- Food Truck Rally
-
Grab food from your favorite local food truck!
- Independence Day Parade
-
The annual Independence Day Parade will travel westbound on Mountain Avenue between Howes Street and Jackson Avenue. To listen to the parade announcer we recommend finding space to view the parade near the Judges' Station at the intersection of Mountain Avenue and Sherwood Street.
- City Park Pool Special Hours
-
Trying to get to City Park Pool? Visitors are encouraged to find parking in nearby neighborhoods and walk to the pool. No drop off or car access will be available within City Park, or S. Bryan Avenue.
Please note if the pool reaches capacity, there may be a wait. Entry will be based on a one-out/one-in model.
- Family Fun Zone
-
Stop by the Elevations Credit Union Family Fun Zone for games and giveaways throughout the afternoon!
- Trolley Rides
-
Trolley rides are free for the day thanks to Elevations Credit Union! Learn more about the trolley and schedule online here.
- CANCELED: Fort Collins Baseball Club Games
-
The Old Timers Baseball Game is scheduled for 1 p.m., followed by the Boulder Collegians facing off against the Fort Collins Force in collegiate wood bat baseball at 4:30 p.m.
Games are hosted by Fort Collins Baseball Club.
- Live Music
-
- 3:30 - 4:30 p.m.: The Swashbuckling Doctors
- 5 - 6:30 p.m.: 2MX2
- 7 - 8:30 p.m.: Cary Morin & Ghost Dog
- Fireworks Celebration
Presented by:#
