4th of July

Celebrate Independence Day in Breckenridge! July 1 – 4, 2011

Each year Breckenridge marks the 4^th of July with a Rocky Mountain Flair and spirit of adventure. Entertainment, exciting activities, fantastic weather and loads of fun pack the holiday weekend with something for everyone. Breck’s celebration includes the vibrant Fourth of July Parade on historic Main Street, July Arts Festival, 10K trail run, bike race, live music, kids' activities and so much more. End the night with the National Repertory Orchestra performing a patriotic concert at the Riverwalk Center with an extraordinary fireworks display to follow (weather permitting). See below for the scoop on all of the Weekend’s Events.

July 1, Friday

Picasso’s 3 Musicians

Study the art of cubist painter Pablo Picasso and create a work of art featuring three musicians, their instruments and a hidden animal.
Where: Robert Whyte House
Time: 2 – 4 p.m. $25 fee, includes materials
Info: 970-453-3364

Blue River Series Concert: Preservation Hall Jazz Band

Named after the venerable music venue located in the heart of New Orleans' French Quarter, the band has traveled the world to share and nurture the art form of New Orleans Jazz since its founding nearly forty years ago.
Where: Riverwalk Center.
Time: 7:30 p.m.
Cost: Tickets $32 Advance / $37 Day of show
Info: 970-547-3100

July 2, Saturday

Arts District Grand Celebration

Open studios, artist demonstrations, make and take art projects for children, music, dancing and more. This is a grand celebration for the arts.
Where: Corner of S. Ridge Street and E. Washington Ave.
Time: Noon -5 p.m.
Info: 970-453-3364

27th Breckenridge July Art Festival

New to the Breckenridge Arts District, on Ridge Street. Features more than 80 juried artists from around the country. Free admission. Time: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Info: 970-547-9326.

July 3, Sunday

National Repertory Orchestra Concert - ”Music of Hollywood”

Carl Topilow, conductor Corigliano – Red Violin: Chaconne for violin and orchestra Broughton – Themes from Silverado Conti – “Gonna Fly” from Rocky Williams – Jaws AND MORE!
Where: Riverwalk Center
Time: 7:30 pm
Info: 970-547-3100

Arts District Grand Celebration

27th Breckenridge July Art Festival

New to the Breckenridge Arts District, on Ridge Street. Features more than 80 juried artists from around the country. Free admission. Time: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Info: 970-547-9326.

July 4, Monday - INDEPENDENCE DAY

Main Street Parade

Painting the town red, white and blue, the wildly popular Breckenridge Fourth of July Parade starts on North Main Street and winds its way through town to the South.
Where: Main Street
Time: 10 am
Info: 970-453-2913

Arts District Grand Celebration

27th Breckenridge July Art Festival

New to the Breckenridge Arts District, on Ridge Street. Features more than 80 juried artists from around the country. Free admission. Time: 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Info: 970-547-9326.

Breckenridge Independence Day 10K Trail Run

This scenic 10k trail running race offers up some of the best views in the Breckenridge area, while finishing just in time to catch the Main Street parade and other festivities.
Where: Carter Park
Time: 7 am start
Cost: registration fee
Info: 970-453-1734, breckenridgerecreation.com

Garden Party

Annual Breckenridge Heritage Alliance Garden Party at the Barney Ford House Museum. Watch the Breckenridge Fourth of July parade in style from the best view on Main Street.
Where: Barney Ford House Museum
Time: 9 am
Cost: $60/$75/$100
Info: 970-453-9767

The Firecracker 50, USA Cycling Marathon Mountain Bike National Champions

The race launches the 4th of July Parade in front of thousands of spectators. 12 National Champions will be crowned and there are also categories for Sports, Beginners, and 2-person teams.
Where: Main Street
Time: 10 am start
Cost: registration fee for individuals and teams
Info: mavsports.com

Big Bad Voodoo Daddy

Big Bad Voodoo Daddy’s irresistible live show and aggressive, musically perceptive approach has proven them over time to be the singular standout among the numerous bands that launched the Nineties swing revival. This seven-man group forged a massively successful fusion of classical American sounds from jazz, swing, Dixieland and big-band music.
Where: Riverwalk Center
Time: 2 pm
Cost: Free

NRO 4th of July Holiday Patriotic Concert

Where: Riverwalk Center
Time: 8:30 pm
Cost: Free lawn seating. Reserved seating tickets for indoor seating available in person on July 1, no phone or internet orders.

Fireworks (weather permitting)

Where: Can be seen from around downtown
Time: 9:30 pm

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