Celebrate Independence Day in Clear Creek County
Make all the memories in Clear Creek County with great events scheduled in all around the area. Enjoy a fun packed day ranging from live music, home cooked BBQ, cakes + pies + ice cream social, entertainment, adventure activities, and so much more in the heart of Clear Creek County!
There are also many local restaurants, craft breweries, saloons, gift shops, art galleries, train rides, mine tours and museums to explore!
Plus book a thrill seeking white water rafting adventure or challenge course too…
Idaho Springs Town Party
10:45 am ~ Kick of the day with the National Anthem!
Live Music + Festivities start on Miner Street !
Celebrate Independence Day in downtown Idaho Springs as we honor both America’s 250th anniversary and Colorado’s 150th anniversary. Join us on historic Miner Street for a day of live music, family activities, local vendors, food, and community fun.
Live Music
- Kind Mountain Band – 12 PM
- Friends of Rapidgrass – 1 PM
- Delta Sonics – 3 PM
- Headline band announcement coming soon
Throughout the day, enjoy train rides, a climbing wall, bounce slides, giveaways, local performances, and activities for all ages.
While fireworks will not take place this year due to fire restrictions, there are still plenty of ways to celebrate. Explore historic downtown Idaho Springs, visit the Charlie Tayler Waterwheel, experience the ARGO Mill & Tunnel, soak in the hot springs, or make a reservation to explore Mount Blue Sky.
Please Do Clear Creek County Right by respecting fire restrictions and helping keep our mountain communities safe.
Silver Plume Festivities
2:00 pm ~ Ice Cream Social at Dinger Park
Enjoy a festive ice cream social complete with homemade cakes, pies, refreshments, and of course ice cream at Dinger Park, located at 310 Main Street in Silver Plume, Colorado. Please drop in from 2:00 pm until 4:00 pm. All proceeds will benefit People for Silver Plume.
The George Rowe Museum is located across the street and is open daily from 12:00 pm until 5:00 pm. Take a tour of the original schoolhouse and learn about the history of Silver Plume and unique mining past. There is a small entrance fee to help support People for Silver Plume and ongoing historic preservation. Learn more at peopleforsilverplume.org
Train Ride Festivities
Ride the Historic Georgetown Loop Railroad
One of Colorado’s most iconic attractions, the Georgetown Loop Railroad offers a journey through Clear Creek Canyon aboard a historic narrow-gauge train. Travel across towering trestles, through mountain scenery, and over the famous Devil’s Gate High Bridge while discovering the stories of Colorado’s mining and railroad heritage. Guests can choose from scenic train excursions, mine tours, and seasonal special events throughout the year.
Plan Ahead: Popular departure times, weekends, holidays, and special events frequently sell out. Advance reservations are strongly recommended, and visitors are encouraged to purchase tickets before arriving. Tickets can be purchased online at the Georgetown Loop Railroad website or by calling 888-456-6777.
Explore More of Clear Creek County
If you would like information on directions to Idaho Springs, Evergreen, Dumont, Lawson, Downieville, Empire, or Silver Plume from Denver please visit our Getting Here page. If you would like more information on fun things to do in the great outdoors please visit the Activities page! We look forward to seeing you in Clear Creek County!
Clear Creek County is the gateway to the Rocky Mountains. Located just west of Denver along Interstate 70, Clear Creek has 396 square miles of public lands to explore, as well as four mountain peaks above 14,000 feet. Clear Creek is comprised of charming mountains towns Idaho Springs, Downieville, Lawson, Empire, and Silver Plume, which are all along the I-70 corridor. Learn more about Clear Creek County here.