Fourth of July in Ouray Is One to Behold

We may be in June, but it’s never too early to start thinking about your Independence Day celebrations! A tradition birthed and cherished since the early 1900s, 4^th of July in Ouray is sure to provide an abundance of festivities and memories for all ages. With a myriad of options to partake in leading up to the 4^th of July in Ouray, you do not want to miss out on the best!

Here are some of the hottest:

Saturday, July 1

• Ouray County Historical Society Historic Home Tour, 1:00 – 5:00 PM, Ouray County Historical Society Museum
  • Docents will be present to answer any questions about the building’s history. Tickets can be purchased at $25 each with a simple visit to the Ouray Museum.
• Taj Weeks & Adowa Concert, 7:00 – 9:00 PM. Wright Opera House
  • If you enjoy soul-stirring and enticing vocals with an unforgettable Reggae groove then this concert is for you. The concert starts at 7:30 PM and tickets are $15 in advance and 20$ at the door.

Sunday, July 2

• Peter Davidson Vaudeville Family Show, 2:00 – 4:00 PM & 7:00 – 9:00 PM, Wright Opera House
  • Peter Davidson welcomes families of all ages to enjoy his spectacular vaudeville show which will contain mind-blowing juggling skills with a mix of dancing and miming. The tickets are $15 for adults and $5 for students.

Monday, July 3

• Ouray Volunteer Fire Department Fourth-of-July Kickoff Concert,5:00 – 11:00 PM, Fellin Park
  • Bring the family (dogs included) to enjoy a concert that benefits the Ouray Volunteer Fire Department. Only a $5 entry, beer, sodas, wine, and food will be available.

Tuesday, July 4

• Ouray Emergency Services Team Pancake Breakfast, 6:30 AM, Ouray Community Center
  • The proceeds support Ouray EMS.
• 34^th Annual OURAYCE 10K race for Kura 98.9, 8:00 AM
  • Registration is 7 – 8 AM with the race beginning at 8 AM at City Hall.
• Fourth of July Main Street Parade, 10:00 AM, Main Street
  • Party groups and custom floats will line up along 4^th street beginning at 9:00 AM. Spectators are welcomed!
• Lemonade and Lawn Games, 11:00 AM, Ouray County Historical Society Museum
  • Have fun and rehydrate with friends and family!
• Ouray Volunteer Fire Department Water Fight, 2:00 PM, Main St. & 6^th Avenue
  • Blast your way to victory as teams of two battle it out with high pressure hoses of freezing water.
• Jeep “Glow” Parade, 8:30PM, Pull out below Amphitheater Turn-Off, Highway 550
  • Customize your Jeep with dazzling light to add a little flare to your ride.
• Fourth of July Fireworks Display, Dark, Ouray
  • The moment we all have been waiting for! Experience a world-class fireworks display that is sure to ignite your night. A popular spot to watch the display is Fellin Park but anywhere else is just as memorable.

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