Fireworks, barbecue and patriotism – the Fourth of July serves as a summer celebration of U.S. history and a reminder that summer is flying by.
Numerous events are taking place in Fort Collins this Friday. Between setting off fireworks, popping open beers and wailing obscene lyrics from “Team America,” check out these happenings around town.
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Where: City Park, 413 Bryan Ave.
When: 7:30 a.m.
Cost: $25 for adults, $20 for youths (17 and under), $10 for veterans and active military members
To kick the holiday off with some good-old-fashioned exercise, wake up and sprint to the FireKracker 5K. There are several different runs, and participants are encouraged to go at their own pace.
Where: Mountain Avenue
When: 9:30 a.m.
Cost: Free
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A long-running Fort Collins tradition, the Fourth of July Parade kicks off bright and early. The parade will feature floats and music. It starts at Jackson Avenue and Mountain Avenue, continuing down Mountain and ending at Meldrum Street.
Where: City Park ballfields, 1599 City Park Drive
When: 9:30 a.m.
Cost: $6 for adults, $4 for children and seniors, free for children 3 and younger and active military
Relive America’s favorite pastime with this blast from the past on the City Park ballfields.
Where: Avery House Historic District, 328 W. Mountain Ave.
When: 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Cost: Free
Enjoy historic activities, games, food and fun in one of Fort Collins original districts.
Fourth of July Celebration at City Park
Where: City Park, 413 S. Bryan Ave.
When: 4:15 p.m.
Enjoy some live music from the Colorado Swing Band, Manabi Salsa Band and the Fort Collins Symphony before the fireworks display kicks off.
Where: The Global Museum of Arts and Cultures, 200 West Mountain Ave.
When: 5 p.m. through 8 p.m.
Cost: Free
The Global Museum of Arts and Cultures will be hosting their Summertime Jazz Concert, featuring Dixieland jazz by Le Jazz Band. Stop by to enjoy the music before heading to the firework display.
Where: City Park
When: Approximately 9:35 p.m.
Cost: Free
What better way to end the Fourth and celebrate America than a great firework show? City Park will be the ideal place to drag a fold-out chair to Friday night and marvel over some seriously explosive displays. Enjoy some live music from the Colorado Swing Band, Manabi Salsa Band and the Fort Collins Symphony before the fireworks start at approximately 9:35 p.m. In case of bad weather, will be delayed until no later than 10 p.m. If the weather is not cleared by then, the display will be July 5 at dusk. In case of bad weather, fireworks may be delayed until no later than 10 p.m. If the weather is not cleared by then, the display will be July 5 at dusk.
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However you choose to celebrate Independence Day this year, Fort Collins is offering a multitude of options to make for a memorable holiday. Happy Fourth of July!
Collegian Editors Keegan Williams and Hannah Hemperly can be reached at entertainment@collegian.com.
