News July 2019
4th of july Festivities Independence Day 5K What better way to kick-off your Independence Day celebration than running or walking a fun and fast 5K? Join the fun on July 4th with this annual Highlands Ranch tradition. A red, white, and blue kettlebell will be hidden on the course worth $100 to whomever finds it! Post-race party to follow with free beer (21+) and a pancake breakfast available for participants as well as fun for the kids and more. After the race festivities are over, head over to watch the annual HRCA 4th of July Parade! For more information or to register visit www.HRraceseries.org.
July 4th Parade The annual HRCA July 4th Parade will bring the community together in celebration of our nation’s birth. At 8:45 a.m. the Family Bike and Pet Parade encourages families to dress up (including their pets and bikes) and show their U.S.A. pride! This short, patriotic parade is intended for children 2 years - grade 6. The lineup will begin at 8:30 a.m. on Cpl. Max Donahue Lane. No pre-registration required. Beginning at 9:00 a.m., the community will line the streets to enjoy the Community Parade. Some goodies will be distributed along the street during the parade, but for the safety of your children, please encourage them to stay along the curb and out of the street.
July 4th Celebration The July 4 Celebration returns to Highland Heritage Regional Park as we celebrate our nation’s birth with live music, games, inflatables, food trucks, a hot dog eating contest, and of course, fireworks! The event will begin at 4:00 p.m. with the fireworks show launching at approximately 9:30 p.m. (weather and fire ban permitting). Parking is very limited. Free shuttles will be available continuously throughout the event from 3:30 - 11:00 p.m. from both Highlands Ranch and Rock Canyon high schools. We encourage attendees to take shuttles, walk, or bike to the celebration. Douglas County Sheriff’s office will be helping manage traffic throughout the event. While the event and entertainment are free, tickets are available for purchase for games and activities and concessions will be available. There is no ATM on site. You must be 21+ and have your ID to purchase and consume alcohol; no exceptions. For more details, please visit www.HRCAonline.org/July4 or call 303-791-2500.
4th of July Celebration Schedule 4:00 p.m. – Band: After Midnight 5:30 p.m. – Hot Dog Eating Contest 6:00 p.m. – Band: Soul School 7:30 p.m. – Rocky Mountain Rhythm Line Dancers 8:00 p.m. – Band: Petty Nicks Experience 9:30 p.m. – Fireworks* *Weather and fire ban permitting Highland Heritage Regional Park 9651 S. Quebec St, Highlands Ranch, CO 80130
Upcoming events August 2, 9, 16 Film in the Park 3
Oaked and Smoked
4-25
Farmers’ Market
(Sundays only )
7
Adult Swim Night
8
Jazz at the Mansion
16-17
Ladies' Fishing on the Fly
19
Pottery Sale
23 Summer’s Sunset Concert Please check the web site for the most current event information.
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