By Shannon Lukens. Here are some of the events and activities happening in Northwest Colorado over the 4th of July holiday. If you have events to share, please email details and a jpg picture or graphic to Shannon@SteamboatRadio.com
STEAMBOAT SPRINGS
July 3, 4, and 5 — Cowboys’ Roundup Days with the Steamboat Springs Pro Rodeo
July 3
First Friday Artwork is on Thursday this month, to avoid overlapping with the 4th of July. It’s from 5-8 p.m. Thursday, July 3 at the Depot Art Center and other galleries in downtown Steamboat Springs. The evening is being called “Spark the Night: A Thursday Art Celebration.”
List of First Friday Artwalk Venues
Schedule from the Steamboat Springs Chamber
June 30-July 2 is Ski Jump Training at Howelsen Hill, from 8-10 a.m.
Thursday, July 3 — 9 a.m. to noon is the Ski Jump Competition at Howelsen Hill.
Friday, 4th of July
- 7-9:30 a.m. Lions Club Pancake Breakfast in Little Toots Park
- 9:15 a.m. Nordic Combined 1K Run
- 9:30 a.m. 3K Roller Ski
- 10 a.m. Hometown Parade presented by Yampa Valley Bank, on Lincoln Ave., between 6th and 10th Streets. The theme is “Salute to Dog Town USA.” Grand Marshals are Elaine Hicks and Kathy Connell.
- 11 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Elimination Jump Competition at Howelsen Hill
- Steamboat Springs will not have fireworks, due to fire danger.
STEAMBOAT RESORT
July 4 — Concerts at Steamboat Ski Resort
- 5:30 p.m. is Banshee Tree
- 7 p.m. is the MarchFourth band at 7 p.m. It’s a 15-member band of musicians, dancers, and acrobats on the Steamboat stage.
Bike there or park for free in the Upper Knoll Lot. Shuttles will be running from the Meadows Parking Lot. Everything is free at Steamboat Resort, but please leave your pets at home. This event also depends on the weather and is subject to change.
Then AFTER that, it’s a drone show, at the base area of Steamboat. That will start when it gets dark.
July 5
Movies on the Mountain is this Saturday night in Steamboat Square at the base of Steamboat Resort. Bring a chair and enjoy this week’s movie under the stars. It’s all free and fun for the whole family.
- July 5 – Shrek 9 p.m. start; 10:30 p.m. end
More on the Story — Movies on the Mountain at Steamboat Resort
YAMPA AND SOUTH ROUTT COUNTY
July 3 in Yampa
- 5-7 p.m. is the Community Picnic at Yackey Park, behind the museum. All proceeds go to the Yampa Egeria Historical Society. There is also live entertainment with music and games.
- 5-7 p.m. Rock’in Oldies Classic Car Show across the street from the picnic. Questions, contact Sonja Clyncke at 970-761-0233
- 7:15-10 p.m. Yampa Garage Biscuits and BBQ. Stop by any time
4th of July in YAMPA
- Parade theme is “Rockin’in to the 50s – Small Town Big Tradition” Parade Marshals are Bruce and Connie Sigler
- 7-10 a.m. SoRoCo Girls Basketball Pancake Breakfast at Ladies Aid Hall
- 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.Yampa Library is open
- Parade is at 1 p.m. Lineup at River Park before noon.
- After the parade – join at the school grounds for games and hot dogs or chili dogs. Food trucks will also be there.
- 4 p.m. is Horse Polo on Moffat Avenue. NO PETS ALLOWED.
- Fireworks on the 4th of July are WEATHER PERMITTING.
NORTH ROUTT COUNTY
July 5 — Fireworks are at Steamboat Lake State Park on Saturday night, July 5. Fireworks are completely funded through community donations. Link to donate.
CRAIG AND MOFFAT COUNTY
July 3-4 — Ride ‘n Tie Rodeo is at the Moffat County Fairgrounds.
July 3 — CPRA Rodeo starts at 7 p.m. at the Moffat County Fairgrounds for Ride ‘n Tie Days.
July 4 — CPRA Slack starts at 8 a.m., and the Junior Rodeo is at 11 a.m., with the CPRA Rodeo at 7 p.m. on the 4th of July
July 4 — 4th of July Parade in Craig. The VFW Post 4265 is coordinating the Craig Freedom parade from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. on the 4th of July. It starts at Veterans park to Victory Way and on to Sandrock Assisted Living. Many will be there including the Colorado Cruisers Car Club, Craig schools marching band, gymnastics and ninja classes and more.
Craig Fireworks tentatively begin at dusk, on the hill behind the high school.
MEEKER
July 4 — The 4th of July Parade is in downtown Meeker on Main Street, starting at 10 a.m. It is hosted by the Meeker Chamber of Commerce. The 2025 theme is “Women of the West.”
July 5 — Meeker Range Call is celebrating 140 years with country music superstar Brett Young, live in concert, Saturday, July 5. Get your wristband today before they sell out at meekerrangecall.com. One wristband gets you into all the great events over the 4th of July weekend. Head to meekerrangecall.com, grab your wristband and check out the schedule of events.
WYOMING
July 4 — The Little Snake River Museum in Savery, Wyoming, hosts a 4th of July Family Fun Day. It’s from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. There will be games and crafts, and ice cream, and you’re welcome to bring a picnic. Find out more at LittleSnakeRiverMuseum.com or call 307-383-7262.