Fourth of July
Independence Day is on its way, and this year’s celebrations feel especially meaningful as America marks its 250th anniversary. Here in Park City and throughout the Wasatch Back, our communities are gearing up with classic Fourth of July traditions from early morning races and hometown parades to family activities, live music, rodeos, and evening fireworks. However you choose to celebrate, we hope your holiday weekend is filled with sunshine, community, and plenty of red, white, and blue!
CITY-WIDE CELEBRATIONS
Park City’s 4th of July celebration is always packed with festivities and fun, and this year marks an especially meaningful milestone: America’s 250th birthday. Enjoy a full day of patriotic celebrations, including the historic parade, food trucks, family activities, live music, and more. Park City Resort will also host an assortment of activities throughout the day. Don’t miss the drone show, beginning at 10:00 p.m.
All Day | Volleyball Tournament + Family Fun at Park City Resort
8:00 am | 5K Fun Run (register in advance)
9:00 am | Rodney Schreurs Fallen Officer Memorial
10:00 am | Park City Library Book Sale (closes at 4pm)
11:00 am | Fourth of July Parade on Main Street
12:30 pm | Food Trucks, Rugby, and Music at City Park
4:00 pm | Forum Fest at Canyons Village
10:00 pm | Drone Show at Park City Mountain (map)
FORUM FEST | July 2-4 | Canyons Village | More info here!
Forum Fest 2026 opens with a headlining concert in the Forum and continues with two full days of live music, delicious food and drinks, family-friendly fun, public art installations, and more. This event is FREE to attend!
THURSDAY | July 2
Puppy Pit by Nuzzles & Co: 3:00-5:00 pm
Cornhole Tournament: 4:00pm
Family Fun & Festive Activities: 4:00-9:00 pm
DJ Bentley: 4:00 - 6:00 pm
Breakfast Klub: 6:00 - 7:45 pm
Silent Disco: 7:45 - 8:45 pm
Shuffle: 8:15-10:15 pm
Drone Show + Fireworks: 10:15 pm
FRIDAY | July 3
Morning Yoga & Sound Bath: 9:00 - 11:00 am
Flow In The Forum: 9:00 am
Freedom 5k Race: 9:00 am
Cornhole Tournament: 12:00 pm & 4:00 pm
DJ Bryson Dearden: 2:00 - 6:00 pm
Family Fun & Festive Games: 2:00 - 9:00 pm
Puppy Pit by Nuzzles & Co: 3:00 - 5:00 pm
Educational Hawk Show: 5:00 - 8:00 pm
Silent Disco: 7:45 - 8:45 pm
Red Hot Tribute: 6:00 - 7:45 pm
Queen Nation: 8:15 - 10:15 pm
Drone Show + Fireworks: 10:15 pm
SATURDAY | July 4
Morning Yoga & Sound Bath: 9:00 - 11:00 am
Flow In The Forum: 9:00 am
Cornhole Tournament: 12:00 pm & 4:00 pm
DJ Ceci Hone: 2:00 - 6:00 pm
Family Fun & Festive Games: 2:00 - 9:00 pm
Pie Eating Contest: 4:30 pm
Costume Contest: 5:00 pm
Educational Hawk Show: 5:00 - 8:00 pm
Silent Disco: 7:45 - 8:45 pm
Family Fun & Festive Games: 2:00 - 9:00 pm
Jagertrown: 6:00 - 7:45 pm
Rough Riders: 8:15 - 10:15 pm
Drone Show + Fireworks: 10:15 pm
5k FUN RUN
July 4 | Cole Sport | Run 8-11 am
Park City’s annual 4th of July Fun Run is back, supporting Park City Ski & Snowboard and our local youth athletes. This beloved tradition dates back to the early 1980s. Participants of all ages are invited, with medals and prizes from sponsors.
Register early, as same-day registration is not permitted, and registration is capped at 1,000 runners!
More information!
BOOK SALE by
FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY
July 4 | Park City Library | 10am-4pm
Don't miss the Annual Park City Library Book Sale! Books are $1-3! Don't miss Tote Bag Happy Hour from 2-4 pm - fill a provided tote bag for $15. Cash, Venmo, and credit cards (for sales over $10) are accepted.
More information!
RED, WHITE & BLUE FESTIVAL
July 4 | 6:30 am-10 pm | Heber Valley
Don't miss the Red, White & Blue Festival - a full day of celebrating independence and country. The festivities begin with a 5K and 10K run/walk, followed by breakfast, a flag ceremony, a patriotic walk, and a festive parade.
More information!
7:00 – 9:00 am | 5K & 10K Run
7:15 am & 9:00 am | Bi-Plane Fly Over
8:00 am | Flag Ceremony
8:00 – 10:00 am | Pancake Breakfast
8:45 am | Patriotic Walk
9:00 am | Red, White, and Blue Parade
9:00 am – 3:00 pm | Sidewalk Art Contest
9:00 am, 11:30am, 2:00 pm | Freedom Train
10:00 am – 2:00 pm | Cornhole Tournament
10:00 am – 4:00 pm | Games & Entertainment
12:00 pm | Free Hot Dog Lunch
12:00 – 1:00 pm | American Rooster Concert
1:30 pm | Pie Eating Contest
2:00 pm | Hoses vs. Guns Tug o’ War
2:45 pm | Rootbeer Guzzling Contest
3:00 pm | Strong Man Contest
10:00 pm | Fireworks at Memorial Hill
MIDWAY CELEBRATIONS
July 4 | 6 am - 10:30 pm | Town Square
Celebrate the 4th of July in true small-town style at Midway’s annual Independence Day celebration. Hosted by Midway Boosters and Midway City, the day kicks off with a pancake breakfast and the Children’s bike parade, then wraps up with a spectacular fireworks show from Memorial Hill.
Schedule of Events:
6 am | Wake Up Canon Blast (Memorial Hill)
7 am | Sunrise Patriotic Service (Midway Town Square)
8 am | Pancake Breakfast (Midway Town Square)
10 am | Children's Bike Parade (Midway Town Square)
9 pm | Concert by Utah Symphony (Midway Town Square)
10 pm | Fireworks (Memorial Hill)
More info!
JULY 4th CELEBRATION
7:00 am | Kids Fun Run 1k
7:30 am | 4th of July 5k
10:00 am | Parade (map)
11:30 am | Patriotic Program - Red Barn
1:00 pm | Jr. Rodeo & Kids Activities
7:30 pm | Oakley Rodeo & Fireworks
All Day | Food trucks - Oakley Rec Complex
Utah Named Best State
for Healthy Aging
Utah has been named the best state in America for healthy aging, according to a recent report from America First Healthcare. The ranking looked at health, affordability, social well-being, and environment, with Utah earning top marks for low smoking rates, low poverty and food insecurity, strong civic engagement, and a connected, community-driven lifestyle. Colorado and Vermont rounded out the top three, while Florida, long considered a retirement favorite, ranked 35th due to affordability challenges, social isolation, and food insecurity.
Read full article here!
Happy Independence Day!
Kerri Whipple | Realtor®
kerri@pcgoodlife.com
602.327.1590
KerriWhippleRealEstate.com
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