City of Fort Collins Independence Day Festivities

The City of Fort Collins, in partnership with Elevations Credit Union, is excited to host a full slate of Independence Day festivities this year on Tuesday, July 4.

Activities planned for July 4 include the FireKracker 5K, Stars & Stripes Golf Tournament, community parade along Mountain Avenue, food truck rally, live music in City Park and much more! The day will conclude with celebratory fireworks at City Park. This year’s festivities will be themed around celebrating 150 years of City Service in Fort Collins.

“We are excited to deliver a day of celebratory activities for the community on the fourth of July, in partnership with our sponsor, Elevations Credit Union,” says Mike Calhoon, parks director. “We are proud to be part of a community-focused day, and feel it showcases many of the things that make Fort Collins a truly remarkable place to live.”

Day of information including schedules, road closures, parking suggestions, and weather delays will be posted online and shared via social media channels – FacebookTwitter, and Instagram.

For more information regarding the Independence Day Celebration, visit fcgov.com/july4th.

Now accepting entries for the Independence Day Parade

Celebrate the holiday on July 4 by participating in the parade! Interested parties should submit an entry form before June 9. Entries will be reviewed on a first-come, first served basis, with no more than 50 total floats being included. Create an entry that captures the enthusiasm and spirit of Independence Day, and your organization could win a free City Park Pool rental.