Fourth of July
FOURTH OF JULY FESTIVAL
FREE FAMILY FUN! SPECTACULAR FIREWORKS!
LIVE BANDS! GAMES! FOOD!
DATE: July 4, 2012
PLACE: Stenger/Lutz Complex - W 58th Ave and Oak St
TIME: 4:00 PM until after the fireworks (start time is 2 hours later than previous years)
Free Admission
Co-produced with KOOL 105
“We shall go wild with fireworks...And they will plunge into the sky and shatter the darkness. ― Natsuki Takaya
Entertainment, family activities, and great fireworks highlight the City of Arvada's annual Fourth of July celebration of the Spirit of America.
Bring your family and friends to join us for a day of family activities to celebrate on Wednesday, July 4th at the Lutz/Stenger Complex, W. 58th Avenue and Oak St., just west of Kipling, starting at 4:00 p.m. Festivities organized by Arvada Festivals Commission, the City of Arvada, KOOL105 Radio, and Apex Park and Recreation District include live music, kids' amusements, a classic car show, a military display, great food, and a spectacular fireworks display. Admission is Free.
Get ready to party at 4:00 PM with some great music provided by the legendary KOOL 105 Radio, featuring classic rock hits from the 60’s to the 90’s. This year’s entertainment will feature a live band. KOOL105 is celebrating it's 25th Anniversary in the Denver area and is planning some special activities to keep everyone entertained. In addition, KOOL105 will simulcast a music medley specially choreographed for the fireworks display.
Free family-friendly events to keep you entertained throughout the afternoon and evening include:
- Kids’ Park featuring several inflatables, games, and more fun activities.
- Fire trucks and emergency vehicles on display from the Arvada Fire Protection District and Pridemark
- A military display provided by the Marines.
- Craft booths and games
- Face painting and balloon artists.
- A midway with community booths and patriotic items for sale.
- Mini Classic Car Show
- Food and drinks concession stands and carts.
Fireworks date back to 7th century China, where they were invented. Fireworks, with a special and beautiful magic, will burst into the sky shortly after 9:00 PM with colorful blasts of light dancing to Kool 105’s collection of great oldies and patriotic music. The fireworks show lasts about 25 minutes and is set off by pre-programmed computers.
Parking Information
- Parking will be available on a first come, first served basis (including handicapped parking) beginning at 3:00 P.M. in the Lutz and Stenger parking lots.
- Large recreation vehicles will be directed to a parking area in the Stenger complex.
- Saving of spaces is not allowed. The Police Department reminds you that you must arrive together if you want to park by friends.
- As always a handicapped parking area will be available in the Lutz parking lot.
- No parking will be allowed on Kipling Street.
In case of inclement weather tune into KOOL105 for event information. Please remember alcohol, personal fireworks, and pets are not allowed in the Lutz/Stenger Sports Complex. Fireworks laws will be strictly enforced at the event and in the surrounding neighborhoods. Lighting of fireworks, even sparklers, is against the law in Arvada.
We want you to celebrate a safe and fun Independence Day in Arvada!
Annual sponsors for Arvada Festivals Commission events include Alphagraphics, the Arvada Press, Arvada Rent-Alls, D & K Jewelers, 1st Bank Arvada, Scrumptious, Sooper Credit Union, and Sportline Team Sports.
To volunteer in the Kids' Park please call Apex Park and Recreation at 303-467-7173.
For more information and updates or to volunteer with Arvada Festivals Commission, please visit www.arvadafestivals.com, see us on Facebook, or call the city at (720) 898-7400.
Propane barbecue grills are welcomed. Bring your blankets and chairs and plan to spend the day!
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Personal fireworks are prohibited in Arvada. See article.
