Fourth of July Celebrations in Fort Collins, Colorado

With July 4th, 2008 coming up, I thought I’d share some of the great events going on in Fort Collins, Colorado.  For the past several years my family has headed back to Boston to visit my parents, sister, friends and extended family to celebrate the fourth and watch the fireworks either at the Boston Hatch Shell or sitting on the wall at Hampton Beach in New Hampshire, but this year we will be in Fort Collins.  There will be a lot of family activities going on around town so be sure to check out a few of the happenings.

I’ll get into the events but first I wanted to list a couple of my favorite spots in Fort Collins to watch the local fireworks.  The best place, IMHO, is from up at Horsetooth Reservoir looking down at the city lights…it is a magnificent view and the fireworks display is simply breathtaking from up there.  My second favorite place to watch the fireworks is from City Park.  For either viewing place, I recommend arriving early as there will be lots of people trying to get the best vantage point seats and parking spots.  Remember to bring chairs, blankets, food and drinks…trust me. 

 Here are the events going on in Fort Collins and don’t forget that the Red Sox will be playing the Yankees over the weekend so find time to root on my BoSox!  

The Civic Center Entertainment:

The activities and entertainment begin at 11:00am in the Civic Center Park (Just behind the Justice Center – LaPorte and Mason) and include music, gynmnastics, food, snocones, and hotdogs.  Lots of food, activity, a petting zoo and craft booths will be in the park along with bounce castles, and hands on games.

 

11am-12:30pm    Interstate Cowboy ~ Western Swing/Americana

12:30-1:00pm     Pie-Eating Contest (Only 12 competitors – ages 10 & under)

1:00-1:45pm        Mountain Kids Gymnastics Performance

1:45-2:00pm        Hula Hoop Contest (All Ages welcome)

2:00-4:00pm       Billy Pilgrims – Hot Bluegrass

4:30-6:00pm       Jockamo ~ Bluesiana Party Music

 

The Old Town Square Entertainment:

Live music, a beer garden and good ole American fun are in the square from 11-6:00pm

FREE and open to the public, so bring your blankets, your lawn chairs, your sunscreen and enjoy the sunshine on July 4th Downtown.

 

11:30-1:30pm – The Atoll ~ World Groove

2:00-4:00pm - Mojambus ~ Blues, Blues & Mo’ Blues

4:30-6:00pm - Mojomama ~ Hip Shaking Grooves

For more information about Fort Collins.

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