Durango celebrates the Fourth of July with food, music, races, rodeos, fireworks, dancing and other shenanigans!

Schedule of Events

7:30 – 10:30 am: All-American Gourmet Breakfast at Rotary Park

Brought to you by the Rotary Club of Durango and the Daybreak Rotary Club. Scrambled eggs, green chili eggs, sausage, pancakes, fruit topping, biscuits and gravy will be served. Tickets may be purchased online or by using the QR code on posters around town, or from a local Rotary Member. Adult ticket price is $15 presale or $20 after July 1. Children 6-12 $8 presale or $10 after July 1. First Responders are $10. Children under 6 are free.

9:00 – 11:00 am: Freedom 5K Run, Stroll & Walk at Rotary Park

Join the City of Durango's Parks and Recreation Department and start your 4th of July festivities on the right foot. Bring your whole family and all your friends to participate, and dress to celebrate Independence Day! All ages are welcome to run, walk, stroll or stride this festive 5K along the scenic Animas River Trail. The race begins at 9:00 am at Rotary Park. Participants are encouraged to dress in creative and patriotic attire. Prizes will be distributed for first place in 3 categories: 12 & under, 13-18, and over 18 years of age. Participants must check in at the Freedom 5K race tent between 8:15 am and 8:45 am. This event is free.

9:15 – 10:45 am: Southwest Civic Winds Patriotic Concert at Rotary Park

Bring a lawn chair or blanket to Rotary Park to listen to the Southwest Civic Winds! The full concert band will perform Superhero themes (Superman, Batman, Wonder Woman, The Avengers and more!) along with your favorite patriotic music. You will be in the right place to enjoy and celebrate Independence Day! This event is free.

12:00 – 4:30 pm: DEVO BBQ, Beer, and Bands (& Bikes!) at Buckley Park

Celebrate Independence Day the Durango way—on bikes, with good food, great music, and family-friendly fun at Bikes, Beer, Bands & BBQ in Buckley Park, hosted by Durango Devo, the City of Durango, and I AM Music. Bring a blanket or chair to Buckley Park and join us for an afternoon of live music, community activities, and delicious food. The event will feature meals prepared by DuranGourmet and served by Durango Devo, with Carver Brewing Co. pouring local beer and plenty of treats for kids and families. All proceeds will go to Durango Devo to help get more kids on bikes.

Activities for all ages include face painting, henna tattoos, Ruby Balloon, and a great cornhole tournament. This event is free. Participants must purchase their food and drink.

Cost: $12.00 per plate or $15 for lunch + beer or soft drink. Kids Meal $6 for Hot Dog and Chips.

DEVO Kids Bicycle Fun Race

A 4th of July Highlight for Kids Ages Strider ready to 5th grade.

A beloved tradition in the making, the Devo Fun Race invites all young riders—ages 3 to 10—to join the fun. This free, festive race is open to the public and perfect for families visiting Durango for the holiday.

Participants will ride a custom Devo course full of fun turns, good vibes, and lots of cheering. Each rider will receive a custom race plate and a medal.

Whether your little one is on a balance bike or ready to rip, this is a welcoming and exciting way to be part of the 4th of July celebration.

Time: Buckley Park 2:00 pm, Registration opens at 1:00 pm (Devo Tent)

3:00 pm: Children's Parade at Buckley Park

Calling all kids! Decorate, March & Celebrate! Red, white and blue is the color scheme, but use your imagination on how to turn your bike, wagon, trike, scooter or stroller into a float! Or create a costume and march. For kids ages 10 years old and under. Arrive early (2:30 pm) for our free decoration station, if you need some last-minute additions to your masterpiece. All children must be accompanied by a guardian. Families encouraged to join in the parade – as long as you are accompanying a 10 year old or under parade entrant.

Registration: Free, quick and easy from 2:30 pm to 2:55 pm. Prizes: We will pick 3 winners from a hat of all registered entries for a $50 Heart of Durango gift card, redeemable at 93 businesses downtown.

4:00 pm - Main Avenue Mile at Buckley Park

Celebrate freedom with a one MILE race down Durango's historic Main Avenue. Race the mile on a closed Main Avenue before the Main Parade begins! This running race down Main Avenue starts at 12th Street and proceeds south to College Drive where racers whip a U-turn and head for the finish line back at 12thStreet. This is a fundraiser for local charities. Ages: 7 and up. Qualifications: Must be able to complete a mile in under 16 minutes.

Prizes: For overall top 3 and age group prizes. Entry Fee: $17.76 Until June 22nd. $25.00 June 23-30th. $40. July 1-4th. (Plus fees).

Registration: Online at https://runsignup.com/Race/CO/Durango/DurangoMainAvenueMile or register at Buckley Park between 3:00 pm and 3:45 pm.

4:30 pm – 5:15 pm: 4th of July Parade - Wet & Wild at Main Avenue

Line up early on Main Avenue for the annual 4th of July Parade. The theme this year is Wet & Wild! Want to get wet? The 10th block on Main Avenue will be the wet zone! Expect some imaginative floats as well as bands, singers, cyclists, horses, fire engines and more. The Parade starts at College Drive (6th Street) and Main Avenue at 4:30 pm and ends at 12th Street and Buckley Park. Bring a small American flag to waive and stand at attention when the VFW Color Guard passes by. Judges and announcers will be on the 800 block of Main by the Main Mall. This event is free to spectate. $5 entry fee for parade floats.

5:00 pm - First Friday Art Walk Downtown Durango

Celebrate Durango's creative side! Hosted by the Durango Creative District, explore this evening of music, original performances, featured artist showcases and artisan pop-up markets all across town. Click here for more information on participating venues. This event is free.

5:00 - 9:00 pm: Street Dance featuring High Country Hustle & Afrobeatniks at Transit Center

After the parade, head straight for the Transit Center to celebrate into the night. The City of Durango and KSUT Presents bring you food, beer, dancing and two awesome bands. At 5:30 pm, High Country Hustle returns to start the party and get you on your feet and dancing. At 7:30 pm The Afrobeatniks will take the stage to rev up the night. Arrive to eat and dance, stay for the fireworks! This event is free. Participants may buy their dinner and drinks from one of the many great vendors. The food court includes Ska Brewing, Yia Yia's Concessions, Tacos Carranzo, The Ice Cream Lady and more. The activities area features corn hole, face painting, henna tattoos, and Ruby Balloon.

7:00 pm - Red, White & Bulls: Pro Bull Riding at La Plata County Fairgrounds

Have you ever seen a bull up close and personal? Do you know the sounds and the thump on the ground when an 1100 pound animal tries to buck off the rider? Visit the True Western Roundup as they present pro bull riding on Friday July 5. And then dance in the dirt with the Mustang Disposition Band after the action! Ticket price: $35 and up – see the website. Gates open at 5:00 pm, with a variety of dinner and beverage options. Event starts at 7:00 pm.

9:15 pm: 4th of July Fireworks at Transit Center

Weather permitting, Zambelli Fireworks will light up the sky with a big-boom fireworks show starting at 9:15 pm. The launch zone is the Durango Dog Park. Fireworks will be visible from most of downtown Durango, and along Rim Drive, with the Transit Center as the best view area.