4th of July Events in Northern Colorado (2026)
Your Complete Guide to Independence Day Celebrations
If there’s one thing Northern Colorado knows how to do well, it’s celebrate the Fourth of July. From hometown parades and family festivals to food trucks, live music, and spectacular fireworks displays, there’s no shortage of ways to enjoy Independence Day.
Whether you’re staying close to home or planning to visit a neighboring community, we’ve put together a guide to help you plan your holiday.
One important note: Berthoud celebrates on July 3rd, while the other communities hold their festivities on July 4th.
Here’s what’s happening around Northern Colorado.
Berthoud (July 3rd)
If you’re ready to start celebrating a day early, Berthoud is the place to be.
The festivities begin on July 3 with an evening packed full of family fun, including:
- Over 30 food trucks
- Beer garden
- Inflatables and lawn games
- Live music from DJ Drake
- Live performance by Tumbledown Shack
- Fireworks at dusk
It’s a great way to kick off the holiday weekend before the rest of Northern Colorado joins in the next day.
Fort Collins
Fort Collins offers a full day of activities that begins bright and early and continues through one of the area’s most popular fireworks shows.
Events include:
- Firecracker 5K
- Stars & Stripes Golf Tournament
- Elevations Credit Union Family Fun Zone
- Walk Through History and Touch-A-Truck area
- Food trucks throughout the day
- Trolley rides between City Park and Old Town
- Live music
- Fireworks over Sheldon Lake
Whether you’re looking to stay active, entertain the kids, or simply enjoy a picnic before the fireworks, Fort Collins has something for everyone.
Greeley
Greeley’s Independence Day celebration offers entertainment from morning until night.
Highlights include:
- Independence Day Parade
- Kids Korral & Family Fun
- Sheep Stampede
- Live music
- Reading of the Declaration of Independence
- Touch-A-Truck
- American Bull Fighting
- Fireworks show
With activities spanning nearly the entire day, Greeley provides plenty of opportunities to celebrate with family and friends.
Wellington
If you’re looking for a classic small-town Fourth of July celebration, Wellington has plenty planned.
The day’s festivities include:
- Fourth of July Parade
- Market and Car Show
- Live music throughout the afternoon featuring Rusty 44, Break, and 31 Miles
- Family Festival
- Fireworks across from Eyestone Elementary School
It’s a relaxed, community-focused celebration that’s perfect for families.
Loveland
Loveland’s annual celebration offers activities throughout the afternoon and evening before ending with fireworks over Lake Loveland.
The schedule includes:
- Lions Club Barbecue
- Food trucks and local vendors
- Buckhorn Train rides
- Kids’ Zone activities
- Loveland Concert Band performance
- Fireworks over Lake Loveland
It’s a wonderful option for families wanting to spend the entire afternoon enjoying the holiday.
Windsor
Windsor combines great food, live entertainment, and one of Northern Colorado’s favorite fireworks displays.
Visitors can enjoy:
- Local food trucks and vendors
- Windsor Lake Concessions
- Live performances by Michael Morrow and the Culprits
- Juice Box
- Those Crazy Nights
- Fireworks at Boardwalk Park
Bring a lawn chair, grab dinner from one of the vendors, and enjoy an evening by the lake.
Timnath
Timnath’s celebration may be one of the shorter schedules, but it’s packed with family-friendly fun.
Activities include:
- Live entertainment
- Family activities
- Local food trucks
- Fireworks over Timnath Reservoir
It’s an excellent option for those looking to celebrate closer to home while still enjoying a festive atmosphere.
Which Celebration Will You Choose?
One of the best parts about living in Northern Colorado is having so many incredible communities just a short drive apart. Whether you’re cheering on a hometown parade, grabbing dinner from your favorite food truck, listening to live music, or watching fireworks light up the sky, there’s no shortage of ways to celebrate Independence Day.
If you’re planning your holiday weekend, remember that Berthoud’s celebration takes place on July 3rd, while the remaining communities celebrate on July 4th.
From all of us at The Weinland Team, we wish you a safe, memorable, and Happy 4th of July!
Happy 250th Independence Day!
Written by Nathan Weinland, leader of the Weinland Team at RE/MAX Alliance
Phone: (970) 690-4088
Email: Sales@TheWeinlandTeam.com
Written by fortcollinsexperience
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