Aspen's Old Fashioned Fourth of July Celebration
saturday, July 4, 2026
Experience the USA's Independence Day and America 250 celebrations all day long in Aspen. Enjoy our complimentary shuttle service, running every 30 minutes, to/from downtown for Aspen's traditional July Fourth parade, and visit the buzzing Community Village, full of local artists, live music, a car show, and unique shopping excursions with charming small businesses. Return to Aspen Meadows Resort to experience panoramic mountain views with a carefully crafted cocktail or beverage on the patio of West End Social — the perfect way to spend the holiday.
Friday, July 3
ASPEN ‘SATURDAY’ MARKET
8:30 AM - 2 PM | DOWNTOWN ASPEN
The market features Colorado-produced offerings such as produce, fruits, vegetables, bread, meats, jams, artisan products, sculptures, paintings, a petting zoo, and so much more. There is also a food court for lunch or snack provisions.
CARNIVAL!
EARLY AFTERNOON - SUNSET | RIO GRANDE PARK
A CHORUS LINE | PREVIEW
4 PM & 8 PM | THEATER ASPEN
Seventeen dancers. One spotlight. One chance to make it. Come enjoy this production at our local Theater in the Park. For more info visit the Theater Aspen website here.
COMMUNITY CONCERT | HOSTED BY BELLY UP ASPEN
7 PM - 9 PM | WAGNER PARK
Continuing the tradition from last year, Belly up Aspen is bringing a free concert to Wagner Park. Performing Act - TBD.
Saturday, July 4
BOOGIE’S BUDDY RACE | 8 AM | RIO GRANDE PARK
Join hundreds of runners, families, and furry friends at Rio Grande Park for one of Aspen’s most beloved holiday traditions. Register here.
KIDS ON BIKES | 10 AM - 11 AM | PAEPCKE PARK
Kids Only. No unicycles, scooters or razors. Helmets are mandatory. No parents on bikes - walking only. No pets. Free to enter.
OLD FASHIONED 4TH OF JULY PARADE | 11 AM - 12 PM | DOWNTOWN CORE
A tribute to Aspen – Embrace your red, white, & blue and express your stars & stripes as we celebrate America’s Independence Day. Learn more here.
CARNIVAL!| POST PARADE - SUNSET | RIO GRANDE PARK
ASPEN MUSIC FESTIVAL AND SCHOOL 4TH OF JULY CONCERT | 4 PM | KLEIN MUSIC TENT
The annual free Fourth of July celebration brings the Aspen Music Festival and School band to the Klein Music Tent stage with stirring patriotic favorites. A beloved tradition. For more info visit the AMFS website here.
DRONE SHOW | 9:30 PM | ASPEN MOUNTAIN
Evening entertainment presented by The Aspen Chamber Resort Association.
Sunday, July 5
BLUEGRASS SUNDAYS
12 - 3 PM | OUTSIDE SUNDECK ATOP ASPEN MOUNTAIN
Get down to some of Colorado’s best Bluegrass bands with epic views. Gondola ticket required. For more info visit the Aspen Skiing Company website here.
GENTLEMEN OF ASPEN RUGBY CLUB VS VAIL
1 PM | WAGNER PARK
Come out to Wagner Park and show your support for Aspen’s hometown teams. Cheer on both the Junior Gents and the Gentlemen of Aspen during an afternoon of exciting rugby action. Bring your friends, your spirit, and some hometown pride.