As the quintessential mountain town, Estes Park is the ideal place to commemorate our nation’s birthday and when staying with Rocky Mountain Resorts you are conveniently located near all of the action! So, celebrate Fourth of July in Estes Park with our guide to all of the festivities in town.

Coolest Car Show

On July 4th head out to the Coolest Car Show at the Estes Park Events Complex. See more than 100 vehicles from antique steam cars to modern electric cars. With other specialties like muscle cars, sports cars, and stock cars. This is an event perfect for all ages, so gather up the family and take part in the annual Estes Park tradition.

Where: Estes Park Events Complex

When: July 4th

Time: 9:30 A.M. to 3:30 P.M.

Cost: $8 per adult, $5 for youth

Estes Park Village Band Patriotic Concert

Kick off the evening with a free concert at dusk from the Estes Park Village Band. This annual concert is the perfect way to get into the patriotic spirit with a wide variety of patriotic songs. So, bring your blankets and chairs and cozy up on the lawn for some free musical entertainment.

Where: Performance Park in Estes Park

When: July 4th

Time: 7:30 P.M. to 8:30 P.M.

Cost: Free

The Big Bang Concert on the 4th

For the ultimate Fourth of July in Estes Park, get tickets to the Big Bang Concert. With everything from firework show over Lake Estes, live music, food and beverage vendors, and so much more, you won’t want to miss out on this all-American event. There are two main musical acts that are headlining the event; The Fab 4 (a Beatles tribute band) and The Beverly Belles (a trio of harmony singers).

Where: Estes Park Events Complex

When: July 4th

Time: 5:00 P.M. to 10:00 P.M.

Cost: $15 (children 12 and under are FREE)

Fireworks at Lake Estes

And if all you want to do is enjoy some colorful fireworks gather around Lake Estes for the town’s main firework show. Grab your blankets and chairs and find a grassy spot at Stanley Park or along Lake Estes Trail, near the Estes Park Marina, for the best views.

Where: Lake Estes

When: July 4th

Time: 9:30 P.M. to 10:00 P.M.

Cost: Free

Rooftop Rodeo

Continue with the festivities and attend the Rooftop Rodeo. Named as the “best small rodeo in the nation”, spectators can expect non-stop cowboy action with events such as professional rodeo performances, behind the chutes tour, Rooftop Rodeo parade, and even Mutton Bustin’ for the kids.

Where: The Stanley Park Fairgrounds

When: July 5th – July 10th

Time: 6:30 P.M. – 10:00 P.M.

Cost: $20 general admission, $30 reserved seating

For transportation, the Estes Park FREE shuttles will run extended hours, so everyone can attend the evening festivities.

For lodging, book your stay at Rocky Mountain Resorts for a convenient location to all the Fourth of July events in Estes Park.