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Littleton-Englewood July 4th Fireworks, Music & More 2018 Guide

Celebrate Independence Day with music, food and fun on July 3 and July 4 in Littleton and Englewood.

LITTLETON-ENGLEWOOD, CO – Independence Day is coming right up, and residents of Littleton and Englewood have multiple opportunities for fireworks, food and music on July 3 and July 4 to celebrate the holiday.

Red, White & You, Tuesday, July 3, 2018 in Clement Park

If you want to pre-game with fireworks July 3, the Foothills Parks and Recreation District presents Red, White & You at the bandshell at Clement Park, 7306 W Bowles Ave., Littleton. (See map).

The event will run from 5 - 10 p.m., rain or shine. Admission is free. Bring a lawn chair or blanket, sunscreen, water and even a small flashlight, organizers recommend.

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  • 5 p.m. –Community & Sponsor Booths, Kids Area, Beer & Wine Gardens, and Food Vendors.
  • 5 – 7 p.m. – Performing Arts Pavilion – Shelter 3 Performers from from the Foothills Park & Recreation District’s performing arts program.
  • 7 p.m. – Free Concert featuring The Nacho Men – Amphitheater
    • Formed in 1980, The Nacho Men have used their special blend of dance music, costume changes, choreography and side splitting humor to keep all generations of fans coming back for their high energy interactive rock and roll show.
  • 9:30 p.m. – Fireworks Display – south of the Amphitheater
    • Please note that the firework fallout zone will be marked and fenced. It is very important to stay out of the firework fallout area.
    • Fireworks viewing can be achieved anywhere in the park.
  • 9:45 p.m. – Band Encore – The Nacho Men – Amphitheater
  • 10 p.m. – Event ends

Find out more, including a list of things not to bring (like pets, large umbrellas or marijuana) here.


4th of July Festival & Fireworks

On July 4, the cities of Littleton, Englewood and Sheridan and South Suburban Parks and Rec and Arapaho County will team up to present the annual 4th of July Festival & Fireworks at Cornerstone and Belleview Parks (see map).

Schedule:

  • 3 p.m. Festivities begin with kids activities and food trucks.
  • 7 p.m. Live band Dragondeer performs with their " thick blues rock sound" at Cornerstone Park, 5150 S Windermere Street in Littleton.
  • 9:30 p.m. Fireworks begin.

Remember: Fireworks are ILLEGAL in Littleton and can cause dangerous brushfires.

From the City of Littleton:

The sale or use of fireworks in the city limits of Littleton is illegal. The city has a zero-tolerance policy and those who are found lighting or selling fireworks in the city, including firecrackers and sparklers, will be ticketed. If you see or hear fireworks, report it to the Littleton Police non-emergency number at 303-794-1551.

There may be fireworks stands outside of the city limits, but the city reiterates that it is illegal to sell or light them in the City of Littleton. For more information on your county’s fireworks policies, visit:

Be safe! Leave fireworks to the professionals and enjoy the Family Festival and Fireworks at Cornerstone and Belleview Parks on July 4, or another Independence Day celebration near you.

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