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Festivities for the Fourth of July

Whitt Kelly : June 8, 2015

If you’re like me, Fourth of July planning is always last minute; but it doesn’t have to be a struggle to find something fun to do with family or friends. These destinations and resorts are in beautiful locations full of fun activities - the perfect way to enjoy a festive American summer weekend. Albuquerque - Join the Freedom 4th event at The Balloon Fiesta Park for free live music and family entertainment from 3pm to 10pm.

Guests can beat the traffic with the Park & Ride service, running from 3pm to 11pm, and adults can ride round-trip for $1 and children under 9 are free.
- Brett Young and Rock Candy will open for the infamous musical duo Keifer and Shawna Thompson of Thompson Square, who are headlining the event.

Estes Park - Help Rocky Mountain National Park celebrate their centennial year and the Fourth of July in Estes Park.

Head to Our Lady of the Mountains Catholic church to kick off the celebrations with an Independence Day Pancake Breakfast.
- Spend the afternoon hiking, biking, paddle boating, and miniature golf before heading to the Coolest Car Show.
- At 7pm, the Estes Village Band plays their annual patriotic concert at the Performance Park Amphitheater.
- The fireworks show begins at 9:30pm over Lake Estes.
Professional Bull Ridingat Estes Park Fairgrounds
- Watch some of the fastest and largest bucking bulls in the country compete for top rankings. Tickets begin at $15 and the events start at 7pm on Monday June 29, Tuesday June 30, Friday July 3, and Saturday July 4.
Free shuttles around Estes Park on July 4th

Park Hyatt Beaver Creek - Celebrate the Fourth of July in the heart of Beaver Creek and enjoy activities for all ages.

Begin the day at the Stars, Stripes & Slides in the heart of Beaver Creek Village offering free inflatable slides, bounce houses, and games from 12pm to 5pm.
New this year, live music will be played at 2pm and 4pm (bands TBA).
- The opening act (TBA) will play at 6pm and Charlie Worsham takes the stage at 8pm.
The fireworks show will begin at 9:30pm.

Viceroy Snowmass – For a “yogafied” celebration over this year’s holiday weekend, try the Wanderlust Festival in Aspen/Snowmass.

Wanderlust is a one-of-a-kind festival bringing together the world's leading yoga teachers, top musical acts and DJs, renowned speakers, top chefs and winemakers, and more -- all in a setting of breathtaking natural beauty.
Activities include hiking on peaceful trails, mountaintop yoga, early morning meditations, musical performances and farm-to-table dinners.

Four Seasons Resort & Residences Jackson Hole – With fireworks shining over the jagged Teton Mountains, Jackson Hole is one of the most beautiful places to be on the Fourth of July. Below are some of the ways to make the most of your vacation in town.

7:00 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.; Pancake Breakfast in the Town Square
9:00 a.m.; Annual Fourth of July 10K Run at Owen Bircher Park
10:30 a.m.; Fourth of July parade and music
Full list of activities here.

Four Seasons Resort & Residences Vail – Find a true summer celebration with the Vail America Days, Vail’s celebrated 4th of July parade and fireworks, complemented by all that the Colorado summer has to offer on and off the mountain.

The parade will begin at Golden Peak at 10:00 a.m. on July 4th and will wind its way through the villages, ending in Lionshead. Vail’s parade is one of the most popular events during the Independence Day holiday. This year's parade theme is Celebrate the USA! Great Moments in American History.
Make sure to stop by the Four Seasons, which will be running an independence day parade lemonade stand that benefits a local charity.
Check out the full schedule here.

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