4th of July Celebration & Fireworks 🆚

4:00 PM – 10:00 PM  •  Westminster City Park, 10455 Sheridan Blvd.

Westminster’s Independence Day celebration draws around 12,000 neighbors to City Park for live music, food and drink vendors, lawn games, and the best fireworks display in the north metro area — a full 20-minute show starting at 9:15 PM. Kick off the day earlier with the Uncle Sam Splash Bash at Countryside Pool (1:00–3:00 PM), featuring a $300 quarter drop and belly flop contest the whole family will love. Free shuttles run from City Hall, The MAC, West View Rec Center, and College Hill Library — parking is extremely limited, so plan to ride.

Great American Picnic 🇺🇸

5:00 PM – Fireworks at 9:15 PM  •  Broomfield County Commons Park, 13200 Sheridan Blvd.

Broomfield’s beloved Independence Day tradition is back, with live music starting at 6:00 PM, inflatables and a bubble tower for kids, a beer garden for adults, and a spectacular fireworks show to close out the evening. New this year, a Bike Parade kicks off at 5:30 PM — decorate your bicycle, wagon, or scooter and join your neighbors for this festive and family-friendly procession through the park. Shuttle buses run from Legacy High School, so carpool and leave the parking stress behind.

Erie Hot Air Balloon Festival 🎈

Daily Mass Ascension 6:00 AM; Saturday Night Glow 5:00–9:30 PM  •  Colliers Hill Open Space, Erie

Just a short drive from Broomfield, dozens of magnificent hot air balloons — including a fleet of whimsical special-shape balloons — fill the Colorado sky each morning as the Rockies glow behind them. New this year are tethered rides that lift you high enough to catch the first golden rays of sunrise, plus a spectacular Saturday Night Balloon Glow where the inflatables turn into giant, flickering lanterns against the dark sky. Free parking is available at Erie High School; no pets on the launch field.

FREE 1870s Vintage Baseball Game ⚾

9:00 AM – 1:00 PM  •  Wolff Run Park, 4705 W. 76th Ave., Westminster

Step back in time with the Westminster Historical Society as players take the diamond using authentic 1870s rules, equipment, and gentleman’s conduct — in full period costume. Between innings, suffragette re-enactors take the field to dramatize the fight for the right to vote, making this a genuinely moving slice of living history. Admission is completely free, and the Society will be making commemorative buttons celebrating Westminster’s 115th anniversary to take home.

Summer Sunday Festival: Metropolitan Jazz Orchestra 🎵

4:00–8:00 PM (Concert 6–8 PM)  •  Brunner Farmhouse & Gardens, 640 Main St., Broomfield

Broomfield’s beloved Summer Sunday Festival series returns to the charming Brunner Farmhouse grounds, this month featuring the acclaimed Metropolitan Jazz Orchestra delivering big-band jazz standards, contemporary arrangements, and powerhouse musicianship for the whole family. Arrive early for interactive booths, local food trucks, and community activities from 4:00–6:00 PM before the full concert gets rolling at 6:00 PM. Admission is free, though a $5 donation to support the arts is warmly welcomed.

Plaza Sessions: Weekly Live Music Downtown 🎤

Every Wednesday, 5:30–7:00 PM  •  Central Square Plaza, Downtown Westminster (5845 W. 89th Ave.)

Each Wednesday evening, a rotating lineup of local solo artists, duos, and small bands takes the stage at Central Square Plaza for Plaza Sessions, Westminster’s free midweek concert series celebrating homegrown talent. July 15 features the Mandolin Ranch Duo — grab takeout from a nearby restaurant, pull up a chair, and let the week unwind to the sounds of your community. No tickets, no big production: just good music and neighborhood connection (weather permitting).

Movies in the Park: The Bad Guys 2 🎬

7:00 PM (Movie at Dusk)  •  Amherst Park, 13085 N. Pecos St., Westminster

Westminster’s summer Movies in the Park series returns under the Colorado night sky with the highly anticipated sequel The Bad Guys 2, projected on a giant outdoor screen with the Front Range as a backdrop. Live music and pre-show activities start at 7:00 PM, and food concessions will be on hand — just bring your blanket, lawn chairs, and your best movie snacks. Presented by Intermountain Health with support from Central Bank and Yogurt Brothers; admission is free.

Aerostat Park Yoga Series 🧘

Every Sunday, 9:00–10:00 AM  •  Aerostat Park, 5750 W. Central Ave., Downtown Westminster

Start your Sunday right with a free, all-ages outdoor yoga class in Westminster’s brand-new Aerostat Park, led by instructors from Lyft24 and MADabolic. All skill levels are welcome — whether you’re a seasoned yogi or rolling out a mat for the first time, this is a relaxed, community-driven hour to breathe, stretch, and soak up the Colorado morning. Just bring your own mat; no registration or fees required. Note: no class on July 5 in observance of Independence Day.

Orchard Town Center Farmers Market 🍇

Every Sunday, 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM  •  Orchard Town Center (Macy’s Parking Lot), 14535 Delaware St., Westminster

Fresh, local, and in season — the Orchard Farmers Market runs every Sunday through September, offering Colorado-grown produce, local treats, handmade goods, and artisan vendors rain or shine in the Macy’s parking lot. July 20 also features a Special Artisan Event on Town Center Drive, making it a perfect excuse to explore the whole area, grab a coffee, and browse what local makers have been creating all summer. A great weekly ritual for families and neighbors alike.

2026 Westy Craft Brew Fest 🍺

VIP 5:00 PM / General Admission 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM  •  Westminster City Park, 10475 Sheridan Blvd.

Westminster’s premier beer festival is back for another summer, pouring unlimited 5-oz samples from 35+ regional breweries against a sweeping backdrop of Front Range mountain views, live music, and food trucks. VIP ticket holders get in an hour early, enjoy a complimentary dinner, access to the VIP tent’s exclusive tap, and reserved port-o-lets — and VIP spots routinely sell out before the day arrives. General admission tickets are $50 ($40 early bird), VIP is $65; must be 21+ with valid ID. Leashed dogs are welcome this year!

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