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Celebrate July 4th in Denver

Independence Day 2008

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Fireworks at Coors Field

Fireworks explode over Coors Field at the annual July 4th Rockies game.

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Celebrate the Fourth of July in the Mile High city with fireworks, free concerts, and more!

  • Free Concert by Colorado Symphony Orchestra
    Date: Thursday, July 3, 2008
    Time: 7 p.m.
    Location: City Park
    What: Listen to all-American favorites at the City Park Independence Day Celebration.
    Cost: Free.
    Contact: 303-MAESTRO

  • Cherry Creek Arts Festival
    Date: Friday, July 4 - Sunday, July 6, 2008
    Time: Varies
    Location: Cherry Creek North
    What: The three-day arts festival showcases visual artists from around the country.
    Cost: Free.
    Contact: 303-322-8608

  • Old-Fashioned July 4th Celebration
    Date: Friday, July 4, 2008
    Time: 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
    Location: Four Mile Historic Park
    What: Hear a reading of the Declaration of Independence at this historical celebration of our nation's independence.
    Cost: $7 admission.
    Contact: 303-399-1859

  • Blues Traveler Concert
    Date: Friday, July 4, 2008
    Time: 5 p.m.
    Location: Red Rocks Amphitheatre
    What: Red Rocks provides a good view of the fireworks show downtown.
    Cost: Tickets are $42.50 - $45.
    Contact: 303-830-TIXS

  • Rockies vs. Marlins Baseball Game
    Date: Friday, July 4, 2008
    Time: 6:05 p.m.
    Location: Coors Field
    What: Tickets often sell out for this game, which includes a fireworks show over Coors Field. The July 3rd game also features fireworks.
    Cost: Tickets are $4 - $75.
    Contact: 303-830-TIXS

  • Rapids vs. Crew Soccer Game
    Date: Friday, July 4, 2008
    Time: 7:30 p.m.
    Location: Dick's Sporting Goods Park
    What: Fireworks ignite at 10 p.m. after the game.
    Cost: Tickets are $12 - $35.
    Contact: 1-866-461-6556
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