July 4th Celebration
Jun 30, 2023 - Jul 4, 2023
The Fourth of July in Steamboat is more than a celebration of national pride; it's an opportunity to honor the Yampa Valley's rich western heritage with fun for all.
Events like the Ski Jumping Extravaganza, hometown parade, and the largest Pro Rodeo event of the summer, have visitors proclaiming independence at this 120-year-old event.
Steamboat 4th of July Lodging Rates Reduced
Visit Steamboat over the 4th of July holiday and save on your lodging with Mountain Resorts. All of our available vacation rentals have had prices reduced!
Book online or call our reservations department 888-686-8075 to book.
120th Annual Cowboys' Roundup Days
For 120 years, Steamboat Springs, Colorado has celebrated Independence Day in true Western fashion. This is a special holiday and Steamboat does it right with an iconic hometown parade.
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
Please note that during all events over the July 4th weekend, there will be additional parking available at Steamboat Springs High School and the Stockbridge Transit Center.
Parade Theme
"Let Freedom Flow: We Salute the Mighty Yampa"
Parade Location
The parade returns to Lincoln Avenue this year in Downtown Steamboat Springs!
Phoenix Returns
Phoenix the Dragon of Fire returns to the Steamboat Springs 4th of July hometown parade after a five years hiatus. Read about the return of Phoenix at the Steamboat Pilot.
Fourth of July Schedule 2023
| Friday, June 30 | |
|---|---|
| 8:30 - 10:30 a.m. | Jumpin and Jammin Ski Jump Training, Howelsen Hill |
| 7:30 p.m. | Pro Rodeo Series, Brent Romick Arena |
| Saturday, July 1 | |
| 8:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m. & 4 - 5:30 p.m. | Jumpin and Jammin Ski Jump Training, Howelsen Hill |
| 9:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m | Farmers Market, Downtown Steamboat |
| 7:30 p.m. | Pro Rodeo Series, Brent Romick Arena |
| Sunday, July 2 | |
| 8:30 - 10:30 a.m. | Jumpin and Jammin Ski Jump Competition, Howelsen Hill |
| 7:30 p.m. | Pro Rodeo Series, Brent Romick Arena |
| Monday, July 3 | |
| 8:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. | HS8, HS45 & HS75 Jumpin and Jammin Ski Jump Competition, Howelsen Hill |
| 7:30 p.m. | Pro Rodeo Series, Brent Romick Arena |
| Tuesday, July 4 | |
| 7:00 a.m. - 9:30 a.m. | Lion's Club Pancake Breakfast, Little Toots Park |
| 9:15 a.m. | Nordic Combined 1K run |
| 9:30 a.m. | 3k roller ski |
| 10:00 a.m. | Fourth of July Parade, presented by Yampa Valley Bank, Downtown Steamboat |
| 11:00 - 2:30 p.m. | Jumpin and Jammin Elimination Ski Jumping Competition, Howelsen Hill |
| 7:30 p.m. | Pro Rodeo Series, Brent Romick Arena |
Steamboat Springs Pro Rodeo Series
Jun 30 - Jul 1, 2023
The Steamboat Springs Pro Rodeo Series is the most successful weekly rodeo in the country. While the roots of rodeo in this modest little Northwestern Colorado ranch town/world class ski resort trace back over 100 years, the humble beginnings of the weekly rodeo were in the mid 1970's as the "Friday Night Jackpot." All performances are held at Romick Arena located in the Howelsen Hill Park Complex owned by the City of Steamboat Springs. Every Friday & Saturday Night beginning June 23 and ending August 26 including July 3rd and 4th.
Mainstreet Farmers Market
Jul 1, 2023
The Main Street Steamboat Farmers Market is located on Yampa Street between 5th and 8th Streets and is held on Saturdays in 2023 between the hours of 9 am and 2 pm from June 10th to September 23rd. The Market features 135 vendors of local bread, meat, greens and veggies along with local artisans.look for new offerings every week! Make the Steamboat Springs Farmers Market part of your plans every Saturday from June to September.
Steamboat Springs Pro Rodeo Series
Jul 3 - Jul 4, 2023
The Steamboat Springs Pro Rodeo Series is the most successful weekly rodeo in the country. While the roots of rodeo in this modest little Northwestern Colorado ranch town/world class ski resort trace back over 100 years, the humble beginnings of the weekly rodeo were in the mid 1970's as the "Friday Night Jackpot." All performances are held at Romick Arena located in the Howelsen Hill Park Complex owned by the City of Steamboat Springs. Every Friday & Saturday Night beginning June 23 and ending August 26 including July 3rd and 4th.
