July 4th in Breckenridge
Celebrate Independence Day in Breckenridge with a full day of festivities that blend small-town charm with creative flair.
From the vibrant Main Street parade to interactive art installations, live music, and family-friendly activities, there’s something for everyone.
Enjoy unique performances, local crafts, and community spirit in the heart of the Rockies.
July 4th Schedule:
10AM: July 4th Parade • Breckenridge Main Street
10:30am-5pm (immediately following parade): DJ JOMO + Rowdy Ali • Blue River Plaza
10:30am-6:30pm: Local Artists’ Market at Barney Ford Lot
10:30am-4:30pm: Red, White and Blue Crafts on Ridge Street Arts Square • Fuqua Livery Stables, Randall Barn + Quandary Antiques Cabin
10:30am-2pm: Chalk Art Competition • Washington Ave
10:45am: Music from The Great Divide, a folk-inspired original musical that brings the spirit of early Colorado to life — featuring Brendan O’Hara • Blue River Plaza
11:30am: Reading of the Declaration of Independence • Blue River Plaza
12pm: National Repertory Orchestra Alumni String Quartet • Blue River Plaza
1pm: Art Bike Show • Blue River Plaza
1:30pm: Dog Fashion Show • Blue River Plaza
2-3pm: Crowd Competitions (150/250 Trivia, Bingo + 3pm: Chalk Art Winners Announced) • Blue River Plaza
5pm: Headliner: Sam Grisman Project • Blue River Plaza
7-9pm: National Repertory Orchestra Fourth of July Spectacular (ticketed) • Riverwalk Center
7-9pm: Bring a blanket and enjoy sounds from National Repertory Orchestra Fourth of July Spectacular • Riverwalk Center Lawn (Riverwalk Center doors will be open)
Followed by: National Repertory Orchestra Alumni String Quartet • Riverwalk Center Lawn
9pm: Drone Show: Stories in the Sky
Sponsored by Chevron, Tallgrass, UCHealth, and the Colorado Lottery in partnership with the America 250 - Colorado 150 Commission and the Colorado Tourism Office.
Don’t Just Watch the Drone Show—Hear It!
Bring the full audio experience of our Fourth of July drone show straight to your phone.
Click the link below to open the official show web app. As long as you have the page open when the countdown hits “0”, the music will automatically sync and start playing on your device. Grab your spot, open the link, and enjoy the show in full stereo!