PLEASE NOTE: JULY 4, 2023 – DUE TO PREDICTIONS OF SEVERE WEATHER, THE FIREWORKS DISPLAY HAS BEEN POSTPONED FOR TONIGHT, AND WILL BE RESCHEDULED FOR ANOTHER DATE DURING THE SUMMER.
The Golden Lions Club is hosting the 51st annual 4th of July community celebration in Lions Park. Activities kick off at 11 a.m. with music by three local bands, food, drink, children’s activities (including a hula hoop contest at 2:30 p.m.) and a raffle.
The day culminates in a fireworks display at approx. 9:30 p.m., weather and fire conditions permitting. Keep an eye on the City’s social media channels (Facebook and Twitter) for up-to-the-minute updates if a cancellation is necessary.
The celebration is a day for families, friends, and neighbors to gather in Lions Park to picnic or purchase food and drink. All raffle and festival proceed
go to support the work that the Lions Club does in the community throughout the year.
Parking near the festival is extremely limited. The 8th, 9th and 10th Street neighborhood will be closed to through traffic and festival parking. Ride your bike or walk to the event if you are local.
Parking options
- Jackson Street public parking garages
- The Clear Creek lot at 304 10th Street
- Colorado School of Mines Lot K (near Marv Kay Stadium) will be available for event parking on the 4th of July
Remember that all fireworks are ILLEGAL in the city limits of Golden, so leave the fireworks to the professionals. You can view the show from anywhere along the creek path, near Lions Park, and the Golden History Park.
Band Schedule
- 11:30 a.m. — Jewel & The Rough
- 3 p.m. — High Country Heartbreakers
- 6:30 p.m. — The Johnny O Band
Join us for three Friday nights of free family-friendly movies and live music over the course of the summer: July 7, Aug. 4 and Sept. 1.
July 7 and Sept. 1 of the free series will hosted in Parfet Park (10th Street and Washington Avenue) in downtown Golden.
On Aug. 4, we’ll be moving the event down the street to the Lions Park Ballfields (10th St. and Maple).
This Year’s Lineup
- July 7
Movie: Puss in Boots: The Last Wish
Music: René Heredia and the Colorado Institute of Flamenco Dancers - August 4
Movie: Strange World
Music: blankslate - September 1
Movie: Ghostbusters: Afterlife
Music: Ghost Town Drifters
Who better to fire up the griddle than Golden’s Firefighters! Don’t miss out on their tasty pancakes and bacon. Invite your friends and family to join you on the morning of Saturday, July 27, at the Golden Fire Station, 911 10th St., to fuel up your belly before heading to the Buffalo Bill Days parade.
The breakfast begins at 6 a.m. and lasts until just before the Buffalo Bill Days parade at 10 a.m. This is a great opportunity to meet Golden’s first responders in a fun and interactive way.
Purchase your tickets at the Fire Station 1 or from your favorite Golden Firefighter. Keep in mind that the biggest crowds are between 8:45 and 9:45 a.m., so try to come early. Funds raised at the breakfast go toward advanced training, equipment, and other support services for the Golden Fire Department.
The Golden Farmers Market, sponsored by the Golden Chamber of Commerce, will not be at its regular place this weekend due to Buffalo Bill Days.
Join us at the Golden High School upper lot from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. on Saturday July 29 for a “Mini Market”.
For more information, visit GoldenFarmersMarket.org.
Join us for three Friday nights of free family-friendly movies and live music over the course of the summer: July 7, Aug. 4 and Sept. 1.
The August 4 event of the free series will hosted in Parfet Park (10th Street and Washington Avenue) in downtown Golden.
This Year’s Lineup
- July 7
Movie: Puss in Boots: The Last Wish
Music: René Heredia and the Colorado Institute of Flamenco Dancers - August 4
Movie: Strange World
Music: blankslate - September 1
Movie: Ghostbusters: Afterlife
Music: Ghost Town Drifters
Join your neighbors for Coffee with Councilors the first Saturday of the month at 10 a.m. in the Golden Community Center Bear Creek South room (1470 10th St.) unless otherwise noted on the calendar. Or if you prefer, join us online from the comfort of your own home (bring your own coffee!).
Bring your thoughts, ideas and questions and let’s have a conversation!
Join us for a night of free family-friendly movies and live music for the last evening of the Movies & Music in the Park series, hosted by the City of Golden.
On Sept. 1, we’ll move from our regular location at Parfet Park to the Lions Park Ballfields (10th St. and Maple) just down the street.
As usual, music will kick off at 7 p.m., but tonight, we have an extra special treat with fireworks after the music, before the movie starts!
September 1
Movie: Ghostbusters: Afterlife
Music: Ghost Town Drifters
There will be NO Coffee with Councilors on Sept. 2 due to the Labor Day weekend holiday. We look forward to seeing you in October!
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Join your neighbors for Coffee with Councilors the first Saturday of the month at 10 a.m. in the Golden Community Center Bear Creek South room (1470 10th St.) unless otherwise noted on the calendar. Or if you prefer, join us online from the comfort of your own home (bring your own coffee!).
Bring your thoughts, ideas and questions and let’s have a conversation!
Autumn Fest is a free celebration of Golden featuring hands-on activities for the whole family, including crafts, big trucks, and even farm animals!
Join us to welcome the fall season at Golden History Museum (923 10th St.) with free and low-cost family-friendly activities:
- Make-your-own thaumatrope station and lawn games (hoop toss, ladder ball, and cornhole)
- 4-H petting zoo
- Craft stations
- BIG TRUCKS (Streets, Fire, and Police Departments)
- Costumed Civil War interpretation
- Karate demonstration
Learn more at GoldenHistory.org.
Join your neighbors for Coffee with Councilors the first Saturday of the month at 10 a.m. in the Golden Community Center Bear Creek South room (1470 10th St.) unless otherwise noted on the calendar. Or if you prefer, join us online from the comfort of your own home (bring your own coffee!).
This month’s event features a discussion with Thriving Communities Director, Sarah Vaine, on Golden’s “Housing for All” affordable housing initiatives and strategies.
Bring your thoughts, ideas and questions and let’s have a conversation!
