July 4th Celebration
Jun 30, 2025 - Jul 4, 2025
Since 1927, the Fourth of July in Steamboat Springs has celebrated more than national pride – it's an annual opportunity for the Yampa Valley community to honor our Western heritage.
The day is celebrated with fun for all. Events like the largest Pro Rodeo event of the summer and a hometown parade are deep-rooted Independence Day traditions we're excited to bring back again this year.
4th of July - 3rd Night FREE
Cowboys' Roundup Days
Cowboys' Roundup Days is celebrating again in true western fashion! The event will include a weekend full of family-friendly activities as well as the Pro Rodeo Series with four consecutive rodeos on July 3 - 6.
Hometown Parade
July 4 | 10 AM | Lincoln Ave. between 6th and 10th St.
This year's parade, led by Grand Marshals Elaine Hicks, Executive Director of the Routt County Humane Society, and Kathy Connell with Steamboat Digs Dogs, celebrates Steamboat's furry friends with the theme 'Salute to Dog Town USA'. Please review the following information to be prepared for this fun event!
Fireworks and Preventing Wildfires
Steamboat Springs will not offer a firework display as part of its Independence Day Celebration. Colorado’s low humidity has its perks but can also create dry conditions. Our community places a high value on wildfire prevention, and we thank visitors and residents in advance for not using fireworks in Steamboat Springs this Fourth of July. Learn more about preventing wildfires.
Parking & Transportation
Multiple city streets from 12th to 5th St. will be closed from 6 AM to 2 PM on July 4, so please plan accordingly. The traffic plan will divert eastbound traffic to Yampa St. and westbound traffic to Oak St. Parking will be extremely limited downtown; we recommend carpooling and parking at the Rodeo Grounds, Howelsen Hill, Steamboat Springs High School, or the Stockbridge Transit Center (see bus schedules here). The police department will be ticketing for failure to follow special event parking.
Expect traffic delays due to street closures and the alternate traffic route. The traffic detour is in place to ensure that emergency vehicles can quickly and safely navigate through the town in case of emergency. We appreciate your understanding as we work to keep everyone safe.
Click here for additional information and a complete schedule of events.
Sunset Happy Hour
Jul 3, 2025
Ride the Steamboat Gondola to Thunderhead Lodge, to watch the sunset as the band plays.
Steamboat Springs Pro Rodeo
Jul 4 - Jul 5, 2025
Under the lights at the Brent Romick Arena, clouds of dirt and cries of victory tell the gripping story of the West with a time-honored and award-winning Steamboat tradition. Shows begin at 7:30 p.m. with the exception of the Fourth of July performance which begins at 6:30 p.m.
