DENVER Several drivers were taken to a hospital after a crash involving a Boulder Valley School District bus and three other vehicles Friday morning, but no students were injured.

The crash happened shortly after 8 a.m. just south of the intersection of U.S. Highway 287 and Colorado Highway 52 in Boulder County east of Niwot, according to Colorado State Patrol Master Trooper Gary Cutler.

Cutler said four drivers were transported to a hospital but none with serious injuries, though he said troopers were not yet at the scene around 9 a.m. In addition to the bus, two sedans and an SUV were involved in the crash, according to video from the scene.

Colorado State Patrol said Friday afternoon that a 13-year-old girl was illegally driving without her parents' knowledge and caused the crash. She ran into one car, which then hit another car, and all of them crashed into the bus, CSP said.

The girl was issued a citation and released back to her parents.

Randy Barber, a spokesperson for the Boulder Valley School District, said one student and one driver were aboard the bus during the crash but said neither were injured.

Barber said the bus was headed to school at the time of the crash and another bus was brought in to finish the route.

BOULDER COUNTY, Colo. Boulder County is putting an indoor mask requirement back in place for all community members 2 and up.

Even people who are vaccinated will be required to wear masks while in indoor public spaces due to the recent surge of the delta variant, according to Boulder County Public Health.

The order will apply to all public settings, including but not limited to public transportation, private and public offices, retail stores, restaurants, bars, event centers, gyms, recreation centers, and manufacturing facilities.

The order does allow an exception for indoor public masking for employers, owners and operators who have voluntarily implemented proof of vaccination requirements for all employees, staff, visitors and patrons entering their facility. Businesses and event owners and operators should contact COVIDbiz@bouldercounty.org for more information on obtaining approval for a mask exception.

The Boulder County Board of Health approved the public health order during its Sept. 2 meeting.

The order goes into effect Friday at 5 p.m.

The public health order says the goal is to control and reduce the spread of COVID-19 so as to maintain consistent health care capacity in Boulder County to adequately treat patients suffering from the disease.

The order follows the CDCs suggestion that areas of high transmission, which is considered to be above 100 cases per 100,000, are recommended to wear masks in indoor public settings. Boulder Countys current transmission rate is 136.42 case per 100,000.

The order will monitor the CDC's community transmission tracker in Boulder County and require masks during periods of substantial or high transmission and for the first 21 days after moving to moderate or low transmission. After 21 days in moderate or low transmission levels, masks will still be recommended but no longer required.

However, the public health order will remain in place, and Boulder County can move back to the indoor mask requirement if COVID-19 transmission rates move back into a substantial or high rate for five consecutive days.

Only second to vaccination, adoption of a universal mask order is an extremely effective tool to prevent the spread of COVID-19 and minimize disruptive cycles of reactionary orders, and is particularly important for seeing a rapid shift, said Camille Rodriguez, BCPH executive director. With a long-term layered mitigation strategy, we have a sustainable and proactive strategy. By adopting a universal mask order now, we can preserve our healthcare system resources, protect the health of our community, and prevent hugely impactful capacity and social distancing restrictions.

Boulder County previously lifted its indoor face covering order on June 10.

NIWOT, Colo. The town of Niwot, Colorado, which sits between Longmont on Boulder off Highway 119, came up with a simple idea with a lot of heart: For Veterans Day, 35 banners with the names and faces of veterans now hang on light poles up and down 2nd Avenue.

"It's just great that the town has done this," said Carrie Wise. She sponsored a banner with a picture of her parents on it. She said her dad served in the Navy between 1942 and 1945.

Some of the banners have pictures of heroes who served in WWI and WWII.

"Everybody gave something. Many gave everything," said Vietnam veteran Richard Piland. "For those who gave everything, I'm very grateful."

The banners went up Oct. 15 and will stay up until Nov. 15. Each banner includes a veteran's photo, branch of service, rank and years of service. This is the town's first year doing this project.

The Veteran's Banner Project was born thanks to the Niwot Community Association and the Niwot Business Association. You can visit Niwot and look at the banners now through November 15th. Read the biographies of each veteran honored in the project here.

BOULDER, Colo. It's summertime, a time for us all to get outdoors. And one local-gone-worldwide business is helping us keep moving.

Crocs has been designing their one-of-a-kind, everyday footwear in Colorado for 17 years. The company started in Boulder in 2002.

"They actually originally created a boat shoe," said Michelle Poole, senior vice president of global product and marketing for Crocs. "They were looking for a comfortable product that floated."

Today, Crocs sells over 60 million pairs of shoes a year in 90 different countries. The "classic clog" is still their top seller and the foundation of their evolving style.

"Every season we launch brand new colors," Poole said. "We're very much dialed in to what the global color trends are. So, for example, this season, the 'it' color is coral."

Their casual, funky appeal has even helped them partner with celebrities. They have a 2019 collaboration with rapper Post Malone and booked a big endorsement with actress Zooey Deschanel.

"Most recently, we signed Zooey Deschanel, who is a great fit," Poole said. "(She's) someone who really comes as she is. Our mantra is 'Come as you are,' so she really embodies that."

The company's loyal fan base, nicknamed "Crocs nation," has recently gone viral on social media with two Crocs challenges.

One challenge involves throwing the shoe in the air and trying to have it land right side up. The second challenge is a little more... messy.

"People are filling up their clogs with shaving foam," Poole said. "It's actually pretty cool, and then jamming their feet into their clogs and the shaving foam explodes through the holes. It's hilarious."

It's the same enthusiasm that has made their product so popular a reputation as a shoe that symbolizes freedom of expression.

"You know, we're right here in Colorado," she said. "We're serious about the business and the brand, but we also don't take ourselves too seriously. And I think that's what our consumers love about us."

The company is expanding their headquarters and will move from their current office in Niwot, Colorado to Broomfield in 2020. Also looking ahead, Crocs expects to offer more sandal styles.

Editor's Note: 'Our Colorado' stories help natives and newcomers navigate the challenges related to our rapidly growing state, including real estate and development, homelessness, transportation and more. To comment on this or other 360 stories, email us at OurCO@TheDenverChannel.com. See more 'Our Colorado' stories here.

NIWOT, Colo. -- Business owners are asking a lot of questions about a six-month moratorium on development in part of downtown Niwot.

"It's a real impingement on business," said Bradley Heap, owner of Colterra restaurant. "I feel that for the vitality and business downtown, a moratorium is never a good thing."

The director of Boulder County's Land Use Department, Dale Case, said the moratorium "is a short time-out to revisit regulations with the community and come up with something that works."

The public hearing document states that the current Land Use Code for the Niwot Rural Community District (outside of the Historic District) provides insufficient guidance with regard to:

Case said there has been an evolution in the types and scale of development in Niwot.

"We've started to see a  mix where we're getting more residential uses in the district, in that commercial district," he said. "That may be a good thing, but we don't have anything in our code that really locks down what the extent of that is going to be."

Heap, whose restaurant was heavily damaged by fire last year, and who plans to rebuild, said, "The Boulder County Comprehensive Plan calls for mixed use in the area, and that's what I want to see."

He added that he wants to see more people living in the area, more people walking to his restaurant, supporting his restaurant, and having a high quality of life.

"I bought my property with that (current) zoning in place," he said, "and I'm a big believer in property rights."

On Tuesday, the Boulder County Commissioners revised the moratorium zone, removing the historic part of downtown, which includes Heap's property.

But the restaurant owner still has concerns.

"I'm afraid that with the moratorium, my neighbors and good friends are going to have their property rights taken away and I don't think that's fair."

Heap said he wants an assurance that, with or without a moratorium, the zoning on the property he spent good money to purchase, isn't going to change.

Case said the County wants to see the unincorporated community thrive.

He noted that there is a transition zone between the commercial land downtown and the adjacent residential.

In some instances that transition zone is an alley that Case said is important to both sides.

"We want to see downtown be a vibrant place," he said, "but we need to make sure it is respecting the things that made it special."

Tony Santelli, the president of the Niwot Business Association, says County officials "over-reacted," to concerns about development, by placing a "blanket moratorium without prior consultation with the businesses."

"On one hand, you have residents who say, 'look, we have a beautiful, pristine alleyway, open space and open views and we'd like to keep it that way.'  By the way, I understand that," Santelli said. "But the other side is business property owners who say, 'we purchased that property because we intended to develop it, and now you're restricting our ability to do so.'"

Santelli said some banks might be looking at the moratorium and saying, "I don't know how good this investment is now, because you've got this dark cloud hanging over you guys."

"It takes a lot of money to hire an architect," Heap said. "I'll make the investment. I'll gamble on myself, but I want to make sure the rules aren't changing. It's a heck of thing to buy into a game, a high stakes poker game, and then the rules are changed in the middle of the game. That's a rough one."

Case told Denver7 that Boulder County's Land Use Department tries to balance interests all the time.

"We work with divergent views on what should be occurring and how much development is appropriate in different areas and that is our job, to work with the community, work within the laws, and come up with regulations that are going to be functional."

"We want to assure that what happens on the ground today is going to be here 50 to 100 years from now," Case added. "We want to make sure that it's done in a way that is caring and respects the community."

Case said they are accepting written comments online.  Information related to the process is available at: https://www.bouldercounty.org/property-and-land/land-use/planning/land-use-code-update/dc-18-0004/.

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Many communities around Colorado have canceled their Independence day fireworks displays due to high fire danger this year but we've rounded up a list of where you can still see a good show for the 4th of July.

Below is a list of the fireworks shows we're aware of (including those that are canceled), sorted alphabetically:

ADAMS COUNTY -- Tuesday, July 3

See Brighton below.

ALAMOSA Wednesday, July 4 (no fireworks)

There will be an Independence Day Celebration with the Kiwanis pancake breakfast and a Main Street parade. This years theme is Indpendence Day the Valley Way. But there will be no fireworks this year.

ARVADA Wednesday, July 4

Arvada will only host a fireworks show this year, saying that organizing an all-day event has become increasingly difficult in recent years due to volunteer and city staffing numbers. Gates open to vehicles at 7 p.m. and fireworks start around 9 p.m. at the Stenger Sports Complex (W. 58th Ave. and Oak St.)

ASPEN Wednesday, July 4 

Rather than fireworks, Aspen will this year host a drone light show, in which dozens of drones dance across the sky choreographed to music. The drone light show starts at 9:15 p.m. at Wagner Park and will be followed by a performance by the band Thievery Corporation at Belly Up. The rest of the day beforehand will be filled with other family events. Last years fireworks were canceled because of fire restrictions.

AURORA Wednesday, July 4

The city will host its Fourth of July Spectacular from 6 p.m. to 10 p.m. on July 4. There will be musical entertainment from Narrow Gauge and Syndicate from 6 to 9:30, which will be followed by the fireworks show at 9:30. Its the only place you can watch fireworks in Aurora, as they are banned in the rest of the city.

AVON Tuesday, July 3 (no fireworks)

Update: Avon had canceled its fireworks display.

Avons Salute to the USA celebration is sponsored by Alpine Bank and will run from 5 p.m. until about 10 p.m. There will be a host of family-friendly events and food, as well as live music from the Dearling Band and Arapahoe Philharmonic.

BEAVER CREEK Wednesday, July 4 (no fireworks)

Update: Beaver Creek has canceled its fireworks show.

There will be free slides, bounce houses and a kids zone that run through the afternoon, starting at noon. There will also be food and drinks in Centennial Park.

BENNETT - (no fireworks)

There are no fireworks events scheduled in Bennett this year. There is an open burning ban in effect for the town, however, so dont light any of your own. Town offices are closed on July 4.

BLACK HAWK Wednesday, July 4

Black Hawk will host its Boom Town fireworks special that the city touts as the largest display in Colorado. The city says that weather and restrictions permitting, the display will start at 9:30 p.m.

BOULDER - Wednesday, July 4

There are a host of July 4 events scheduled in Boulder this year, including the 5/10K Craig Towler Freedom Run, 4th on Pearl, Chautauquas 120th birthday, and a fireworks display at Folsom Field that will begin at dark. Doors for fireworks open at 8 p.m.

BRECKENRIDGE Wednesday, July 4 (no fireworks)

The town of Breckenridge has already canceled its fireworks display this year because of dry conditions and a dry forecast. Fireworks are prohibited in town limits as well. But the 10K trail run, mountain bike race and parade are still scheduled to take place, with other family events as well.

BRIGHTON Tuesday, July 3 and Wednesday, July 4

The Stars & Stripes Independence Day celebration at Riverdale Regional Park takes place on July 3 from 4 to 10 p.m. with fireworks scheduled for 9:30 p.m.

Brightons Fourth of July Community Celebration will take place from 4 p.m. to 10 p.m. on July 4 at Carmichael Park, just behind Brighton City Hall. There will be free activities for kids, food, music and more. Fireworks will begin at dark.

BROOMFIELD Wednesday, July 4

Activities begin around 5 p.m. at Broomfield County Commons Park with activities for children, a beer garden and live music. The fireworks display is set to begin at 9:30 p.m., weather and fire bans permitting.

BRUSH July 2, 3 and 4

The Brush rodeo kicks off on Monday with barbecue and a beer garden, along with other rodeo activities. The same schedule is set for Tuesday, July 3. Independence Day will start with a pancake breakfast, a parade, and the day will include a water fight, a museum open house, more rodeo displays and a 9:30 p.m. firework display.

BUENA VISTA Wednesday, July 4 (no fireworks)

There will be a community parade, a craft show, a 5K run, pancake breakfast, pie sale and more but the fireworks display has been canceled due to Stage II fire restrictions, according to Town Administrator Phillip Puckett.

BYERS Wednesday, July 4

There will be a spaghetti dinner fundraiser for the fire protection district from 5 to 8 p.m. on Tuesday, July 3. On the Fourth of July, the day will kick off with a pancake breakfast, following by a parade, street far and other events. A rodeo will take place starting at 4 p.m., which will be followed by fireworks if there is no fire ban in place.

CANON CITY (no fireworks)

The city council postponed this years fireworks display because of fire restrictions and drought conditions, according to the Canon City Daily Record. 

CASTLE ROCK Wednesday, July 4 (no fireworks)

Fireworks were canceled as of June 28. They had been scheduled to be set off from the butte above Red Hawk Ridge Golf Course. If conditions are ripe for wildfires, the fire department could choose to cancel the display. Fireworks are currently banned for personal use due to fire restrictions.

COLORADO SPRINGS Wednesday, July 4

Independence Day activities at Memorial Park start at 5:30 p.m. and the Colorado Springs Philharmonic will perform at 7:30 with a fireworks show at dusk.

COMMERCE CITY Wednesday, July 4

Commerce City boasts what it calls the largest public fireworks display in the state. The free 4thFest celebration takes place on the south side of Dicks Sporting Goods Park starting at 5 p.m. At 7 p.m., the Colorado Rapids take on the Seattle Sounders and fireworks will follow the match at about 9:30 p.m.

CREEDE Wednesday, July 4 (no fireworks)

Creedes fireworks show is canceled this year due to fire danger but all of the other 4th of July activities, including the parade and mining competitions, will go on as scheduled.

CRESTED BUTTE Wednesday, July 4 (no fireworks)

Crested Buttes fireworks show is canceled due to fire danger, so a concert will take place instead. The days festivities kick off with a pancake breakfast at the Crested Butte Fire and EMS Department. 

CRIPPLE CREEK Wednesday, July 4 (no fireworks)

Update: Cripple Creek has canceled its fireworks show.

Cripple Creeks 4th of July celebration kicks off with live music at noon and continuing all day.

DACONO multiple dates

The Colorado Speedway in Dacono has fireworks shows planned on three nights: Saturday, June 30; Friday, July 6 and Saturday, July 7.

DENVER (multiple)

Tuesday, July 3: Independence Eve fireworks at Civic Center Park The annual 4th of July celebration at Civic Center Park will include music, a light show and fireworks over the City and County Building, with events scheduled to begin at 8 p.m.

Tuesday, July 3 and Wednesday, July 4: Colorado Rockies vs. San Francisco Giants The Rockies are hosting the San Francisco Giants at Coors Field on Tuesday and Wednesday at 6:10 p.m. with fireworks to follow.

Wednesday, July 4: Fireworks at Elitch Gardens

Once Elitch Gardens closes on the 4th, the fireworks will begin. Admission is free with park admission or a season pass.

Wednesday, July 4: Denver Outlaws vs. Boston Cannons Enjoy a fireworks show after the Denver Outlaws-Boston Cannons game at Broncos Stadium at Mile High. The game starts at 7 p.m.

DURANGO Wednesday, July 4 (no fireworks)

Durangos fireworks show is canceled this year but events are scheduled all day long, starting with breakfast at 7:30 a.m.

EAGLE/GYPSUM Wednesday, July 4 (no fireworks)

Update: Eagle/Gypsum have canceled their fireworks show

Head to Gypsum for the 4th of July celebration, which is scheduled to run from 7 p.m. to 10:30 p.m. at Gypsums Lundgren Theater.

ENGLEWOOD Wednesday, July 4

Englewoods 4th of July celebration kicks off at 3 p.m. at Cornerstone and Belleview parks. Fireworks are scheduled for 9:30 p.m.

ERIE Tuesday, July 3

Want to get started on your Independence Day celebrations a day early? The 3rd of July Extravaganza in Erie kicks off at 5 p.m. Tuesday at Colorado National Golf Club. The fireworks show will take place after dark.

ESTES PARK Wednesday, July 4

Take in the fireworks over Lake Estes at 9:30 p.m. on the 4th of July. Theres also a full schedule of events throughout the day.

FAIRPLAY Wednesday, July 4 (no fireworks)

This years fireworks show is canceled but all the rest of the days events will go on as scheduled.

FIRESTONE Wednesday, July 4

The 4th at Firestone celebration at Miners Park is set to begin at 10 a.m. with fireworks scheduled for 9:30 p.m.

FLORENCE Wednesday, July 4

Update: Florence has postponed ts fireworks show.

The town of Florence will wrap up several days of festivities .

FORT CARSON June 29 to July 1

Fort Carson is pulling out all the stops for three days of celebrations with a fireworks show happening on the last night, July 1, at 9:30 p.m. 

FORT COLLINS Wednesday, July 4

Come down to Fort Collins for a day of music, fun, fireworks and patriotism! The city kicks off the Independence Day celebration with their FireKracker 5K at 7:30 a.m., followed by their annual 4th of July Parade on Mountain Avenue starting at 10 a.m. Enjoy live music at City Park starting at 4:15 p.m. and stay for the incredible fireworks show which is set to begin at around 9:35 p.m.

FORT LUPTON Wednesday, July 4

The City of Fort Lupton begins their 2018 Independence Day celebration with a pancake breakfast at 8 a.m. sharp. There will also be a petting zoo, a magic show, face painting, train ride, food, vendors, a beer garden, BBQ, a veterans tribute, live music (starting at 7:30 p.m.) with festivities culminating with a firework show at dusk.

FRISCO Wednesday, July 4 (no fireworks)

There are no fireworks in Frisco this year but if you are looking for an Independence Day celebration in a quintessential small mountain town, then Friscos Fabulous 4th of July will fit the bill. Start the celebration with a pancake breakfast, followed by a kids bike decorating contest, music, a block party and free fishing derby for the kids. 

GEORGETOWN Wednesday, July 4 (no fireworks)

Though the fireworks show is canceled this year, the Town of Georgetown will begin their Independence Day festivities with a 5K run at 8 a.m., followed by a parade at 11 a.m. But thats not all: The annual BBQ will continue the party at City Park, and there will also be a beer garden, live music by Bottle Rocket Hurricane. 

GLENDALE Monday, July 2 

The City of Glendale will celebrate the 4th of July a bit early, with a firework show planned for Monday, July 2. The firework show will go off from Creekside Park at dusk (at around 9:15 p.m.) There will be several street closures starting at about 7:30 p.m.

GOLDEN Wednesday, July 4

Celebrate Independence Day in Golden with activities starting at noon. If weather permits, the day will end with a large firework display at Lions Park on 10th Street.

GRANBY Wednesday, July 4

Granby has a full line up of events planned for Independence Day including a pancake breakfast at the Emily Warner Aviation Museum, the Granby Fourth of July Parade on Main Street, BBQ at Polhamus Park, live entertainment, kids games, dunk tank and much more.

Fireworks follow the annual rodeo which begins at 7 p.m. at Heels Arena, off US 40.

GRAND JUNCTION Wednesday, July 4

Independence Day fireworks will take place after the GJ Rockies game vs. Ogden on July 4. Buy a ticket and see the fireworks from inside the stadium or watch from Lincoln Park.

GRAND LAKE Wednesday, July 4 (no fireworks)

Update: Grand Lake has canceled its fireworks show.

The July 4th celebrations at Grand Lake start with a pancake breakfast at the Grand Lake Townhall building. Call (970) 627-3402 for a start time. 

GREELEY Wednesday, July 4

The Greeley Stampede starts Independence Day with an Independence Day Parade, which runs along historic 10th Avenue starting at the University of Northern Colorado campus at 19th Street and ending on 5th Street beyond historic Lincoln Park. A large 4th of July firework display starting at approximately 9:30 p.m. will follow. The displays will be shot over the north west corner of Island Grove Park. Catch great views from anywhere in Island Grove Park.

GREENWOOD VILLAGE Wednesday, July 4

Fiddler's Green will host a firework display on July 4 after a Colorado Symphony concert. Check here fortickets and information.

GUNNISON Wednesday, July 4

Independence Day festivities begin at 8 a.m. with a 5K Run (and a 1K run for the kids), followed by games, music and dance performances at Main Street and Virginia. The celebration will continue from 4 p.m. to 10 p.m. at Jorgenson Park with a food court, beer garden and a fireworks display at 9:30 p.m.

HIGHLANDS RANCH Wednesday, July 4

The Fourth of July celebrations and fireworks at Highlands Ranch returns to Highland Heritage Regional Park. The celebration will start at 4:00 p.m. and conclude with the fireworks show at 9:30 p.m.

HOLYOKE Wednesday, July 4

The Holyoke Volunteer Fire Department Fireworks will be held at Holyoke City Park on July 4.

IDAHO SPRINGS Wednesday, July 4 (no fireworks)

Independence Day celebrations in Idaho Springs begin with the Tom Hayden Memorial 5K Run/Walk. The town will also be hosting an afternoon complete with live music and dancing in downtown at Citizens Park. There will also be delicious BBQ for you to enjoy! 

NOTE: The city announced it had to cancel their fireworks display due to fire danger. The show will be rescheduled for the Saturday after Thanksgiving. 

INDIAN HILLS Tuesday, July 3, and Wednesday, July 4 (no fireworks)

The Fourth of July 2018 schedule of events, hosted by Indian Hills Fire Rescue, does not include fireworks. 

KEYSTONE Tuesday, July 3 (no fireworks)

Update: Keystone has canceled their fireworks.

Celebrate America with a day of family fun. Enjoy bounce houses, face painting, an outdoor BBQ and activities on Keystone Lake. 8 a.m. 10 p.m. 

KIOWA (no fireworks)

The fireworks show has been canceled. 

KREMMLING  Wednesday, July 4

Kremmlings Fire Up The Cliffs event starts at 2 p.m. in Town Square, and features BBQ, baked goods, live music, and events for children. Fireworks will begin after dark.

LAFAYETTE Wednesday, July 4

Celebrate 4th of July at Waneka Lake Park starting at 4 p.m. on Wednesday. Grab some grub from food truck vendors; beer or cider and wine from Stem Ciders and Wine. There will be a bounce house and face-painting for the kids, and a live band all afternoon. Free fireworks begin at dusk. 

LARKSPUR

Perry Park County Club will not be having a fireworks display this year.

LA JUNTA Wednesday, July 4

The Old Fashioned Fourth of July runs from 1:30 4:15 p.m. at Bents Old Fort.

The fireworks show has been canceled. 

LEADVILLE  Wednesday, July 4

Update: Leadville has canceled its fireworks show.

North Americas highest-elevation town marks July 4th with a Firecracker 5k Run, a rousing parade, a community  and cookout at the Leadville Airport, set against the silhouette of the highest peaks in the Colorado Rockies. 

LIMON Saturday, July 7

July 7 is this year's July celebration date. Huge Fireworks show, BBQ, Band, and lots of family fun! 

LITTLETON Wednesday, July 4

There will be family-friendly events beginning at 3 p.m. at Cornerstone and Belleview parks. Food will be available, as well as plenty of activities for the kids. Free fireworks begin after dark at Cornerstone Park, located at 5150 S. Windermere St. in Littleton. 

LONE TREE Wednesday, July 4

Events at Sweetwater Park begin at 4 p.m., but youll need to buy a wristband to get in. Theyre available to Lone Tree and Acres Green residents for free for up to four. Up to four additional wristbands can be bought for $5 apiece. Youll need an ID or proof of residency to pick them up, and supplies are limited. There will be a kids bike parade, an artist corner, obstacle course, water slide and plenty of other activities, as well as live music and food. Fireworks start at 9:15 p.m.

LONGMONT Wednesday, July 4

The free Longmont 4th of July fireworks display starts at 9:30 p.m. at the Boulder County Fairgrounds. The show is free, but there wont be parking at the fairgrounds. The city advises people to park at nearby shopping centers and to walk to the fenced-in area in front of Jack Murphy or anywhere else nearby. Handicapped parking will be available at the south entrance of the fairgrounds, and KGUD 90.7 will sync their music up with the fireworks display for added effect.

LOUISVILLE Wednesday, July 4

The 4th of July fireworks display will be held at the Coal Creek Golf Course from 6-10 p.m. However, there's no parking at the golf course. Get shuttle and event information here.

LOVELAND Wednesday, July 4

The annual Independence Day celebration at North Lake Park, 2626 N. Taft Ave., will feature entertainment throughout the day and a fireworks display at night, to celebrate the Fourth of July. For more information, click here.

MANITOU SPRINGS (no fireworks)

Due to high fire danger, the City of Manitou Springs has canceled its fireworks display.

MONTROSE Wednesday, July 4

This year's fireworks will be viewable at 8:30 p.m., or later depending on darkfall, at the Clifford E. Baldridge Regional Park complex and a number of locations along south Townsend. 

MONUMENT Wednesday, July 4 (no fireworks)

The fireworks show is canceled this year but live music will kick off the evening at 7 p.m. at Palmer Lake in Monument on Independence Day.

MORRISON (no fireworks)

Morrison will not be holding fireworks celebrations this year. 

NEDERLAND - Wednesday, July 4 (no fireworks)

The town of Nederland will hold a 4th of July parade on Wednesday at 11:30 a.m. The parade will begin on Snyder Street and E. 2nd Street at Tin Shed Sports and Salto Coffee Works. Nederland will not hold fireworks celebrations this year. 

NORTHGLENN - Wednesday, July 4

A day-long festival will return to Northglenn on Wednesday for the July 4th Festival, which starts at 7 a.m. and runs until 10 a.m. at the E.B. Rains Jr. Memorial Park, located at 11800 Community Center Drive. Families can bring picnics and blankets for the annual fireworks program. The day starts with a pancake breakfast and ends with fireworks at 9 p.m. For a full list of activities, click here.

OURAY - Wednesday, July 4 (no fireworks)

Tucked in the mountains in southwest Colorado, Ouray welcomes visitors near and far to its old-fashioned Fourth of July celebration. The morning kicks off with a pancake breakfast at 7 a.m. in the Ouray Community Center, before diving into a 10K Race for Ouray Schools, a street parade at 10 a.m., games, live music and more. The 2018 firework show is canceled due to the fire hazards in the area. For a full list of activities, click here. 

PARKER - Wednesday, July 4

The town of Parker will hold its Stars and Stripes Celebration on Wednesday at Salisbury Park, located at 12010 S. Motsenbocker Road. Families can bring a blanket and lawn chair for an evening packed with family fun. This year, seating is allowed on the Parker Parks and Recreation ball fields. Live music starts at 6 p.m. and a fireworks display begins at 9:30 p.m. Events run from 6-10 p.m. For a schedule of the days events and details on parking, click here.

PUEBLO - Wednesday, July 4

Rollin on the Riverwalk will return for the 15th time Wednesday. Families can bring lawn chairs out to the AMR Confluence Plaza at 101 Union Ave. to enjoy the fireworks show. Food and retail vendors will be on-site. Gates open at 5 p.m. and the fireworks begin at 9 p.m. General admission tickets are $3 per person and premium seating is $15 per person. For information on tickets, click here. 

RIFLE - Tuesday, July 3 (no fireworks)

The city of Rifle will hold festivities for Independence Day on July 3 at Centennial Park, located at 300 W. 5th St. Due to fire danger, the city has canceled the annual fireworks show. There are still various free activities for all ages, including a patriotic concert and an open playground. For more information, click here. 

SILVERTHORNE - Wednesday, July 4 (no fireworks)

The Lake Dillon Theatre Company and the National Repertory Orchestra will perform to Rainbow Park in Silverthorne on Wednesday. This annual celebration includes a free, patriotic concert from the orchestra with a special performance featuring the theatre company. A community celebration will start after the concert. Guests can place their chairs in the park starting at 6 a.m. Wednesday. The event runs from 10 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Click here for more details.

SILVERTON - Wednesday, July 4 (no fireworks)

Silvertons annual Fourth of July event is known in the area for its old-fashioned family fun. The Kendall Mountain Recreation Area will be open for camping through the holiday and is within walking distance of downtown festivities, like the parade and carnival in Memorial Park. The firework show was postponed due to fire risk. For more information, click here. 

SIMLA (no fireworks)

Simla has canceled the Fourth of July fireworks show due to fire risk.

STEAMBOAT SPRINGS - June 30 through July 4 (no fireworks)

Steamboat Springs will hold its annual Fourth of July celebration starting June 30 through July 4 from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. each day. For more than 100 years, the city has celebrated Independence Day in true western fashion. The weekend will include a rodeo series, summer ski competition, farmers market, live music and more. The fireworks show is canceled, but there will be a laser light show at Howelsen Hill instead. For a full list of events, click here. 

STERLING - Wednesday, July 4

Sterling will bring the Heritage Festival back at the Overland Trail Museum at 110 Overland Trail Wednesday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Families are invited to enjoy a day full of local history and fun. There is free admission all day. A free fireworks show will be held at Pioneer Park on the west side of town at dusk. For more information, click here. 

TELLURIDE - Wednesday, July 4 (no fireworks)

Telluride invites visitors and residents alike to participate in the Telluride Foundations Rundola, a recreational race to benefit the foundation. Participants begin at the base of the gondola and finish at the top. A parade and firemens BBQ will follow. The fireworks show has been canceled due to fire danger. Instead, guests can enjoy the Electrolier light show in Heritage Plaza. Learn more about the celebrations here. 

THORNTON - Wednesday, July 4

Thorton will holds its 4th of July celebration Wednesday, starting at 4 p.m. at Carpenter Park Fields, located at 3498 E. 112th Ave. The event will include food vendors, a beer garden, live entertainment, parachutists and fireworks at dusk. Festivities run from 4 p.m. to 10 p.m. Click here for more information.

VAIL - Wednesday, July 4 (no fireworks)

Vail America Days returns Wednesday for the towns annual Fourth of July celebration. Events, including an orchestra performance, a market and art show and more, will kick off the days leading up to July 4. Independence Day will feature a pancake breakfast, bake sale, parade and more. Fireworks were canceled Friday afternoon. For a full list of events, click here. 

WELLINGTON - Wednesday, July 4

The town of Wellington and Wellington Community Activities Commission invites visitors to participate in this years Wellington 4th of July Celebration. A Family Fun Fest will begin at 10 a.m. in Centennial Park and will include vendors, food, music, inflatables, a pancake breakfast, parade and a fireworks show at dusk. Families should bring their own lawn chairs and blankets. Follow the CAC Wellingtons Facebook page for updates.

WESTCLIFF - Wednesday, July 4

Westcliffe invites family to make a weekend out of its Fourth of July celebration Wednesday. Guests can enjoy a breakfast in the morning, followed by a parade down main street at 10 a.m. and fireworks over Lake DeWeese at 9 p.m. For more information, click here.

WESTMINSTER - Wednesday, July 4

The city of Westminster will hold its Uncle Sams Splash Bash from 1-3 p.m. on Wednesday at Countryside Outdoor Pool, located at 10470 Oak St. in Broomfield. The city will also hold its annual Fourth of July celebration at City Park, 10455 N. Sheridan Boulevard. The event will include various activities, food vendors, a beer garden and performances starting at 4 p.m. The concert starts at 7 p.m. and fireworks will go off at 9:15 p.m. For information regarding a free shuttle and more, click here. 

WHEAT RIDGE - Wednesday, July 4 (no fireworks)

Anderson Park in Wheat Ridge will hold two concerts for its weekly Performances in the Park on Wednesday Bradley Weaver will perform from 10-10:45 a.m. and Papa Juke Band will take the stage from 6:30-8 p.m. While there are no citywide fireworks this year, the annual Carnation Festival in plans to have fireworks on Aug. 10 and 11. 

WINTER PARK - Wednesday, July 4 (no live fireworks)

Hideaway Park in downtown Winter Park will host an Independence Day celebration complete with free inflatables, face painters, carnival games, and live music. A fireworks display (in lieu of a live fireworks display, the show will be on a jumbo video screen) will begin at 10 p.m. For more information, visit click here.