🎪 July Festivals Are Here! Music, Balloons, Art & More

Boulder’s July calendar is stacked—think bluegrass under the stars, aerial dance, fine art on Pearl Street, and an early morning balloon launch worth setting your alarm for.

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What's Happenin' Team
July 04, 2025

🎉 July in Boulder: Music, Art, and Airborne Magic

 

Hey Boulder! 🌞

Clear your calendar and grab your sunscreen—Boulder’s July is bursting with festivals that hit every note. Want to hear a world-class orchestra under the rafters of a historic auditorium? Float away with a sunrise balloon launch? Stroll through downtown’s biggest open-air art show or vibe to bluegrass by a mountain stream? This is your month. Let’s make July one to remember.

Want more local recs? Check out our Things to Do in Boulder, Best Restaurants, and Date-Worthy Spots for even more ideas.

— The What’s Happenin’ Boulder Team 😉

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🌄Boulder Fun Fact: No Fireworks, No Problem

Fireworks are completely illegal in Boulder, including sparklers, snaps, and even smoke bombs. With wildfire risks high year-round, the city takes fire safety seriously—and so do we. So this 4th of July, celebrate Boulder-style: with music, mountain views, and zero risk of setting the neighborhood on fire. 🔥🌄

🍕 Craving: Barchetta

High-quality pies, good vibes, and a patio made for summer hangs—Barchetta is pizza the way it should be. With creative combos, familiar favorites, and a tap wall for toasting, it’s the kind of spot where great meals turn into great memories. Bonus: the staff’s energy is just as warm as the oven.

🎉 July in Boulder: Music, Art, and Airborne Magic

Buckle up, Boulder. July is shaping up to be a festival-filled fever dream in all the right ways. Whether you’re chasing orchestral crescendos beneath the Flatirons or watching hot air balloons lift off at dawn, there’s something special waiting around every corner this month. Here’s your cheat sheet for soaking up Boulder’s biggest summer highlights:

📅 July 3–Aug. 3📍 Chautauqua Auditorium

Prepare for goosebumps. From symphonic classics to brand-new premieres, this month-long festival brings world-class musicians to Boulder’s all-wood concert hall for a spellbinding experience.

📅 July 14, 6–8 AM📍 Weld County Rd 5 & Colliers Pkwy

Early birds get the magic. Watch dozens of colorful balloons inflate and drift into the morning sky—just bring your coffee and your camera.

📅 July 18–20📍 Downtown Boulder

The Pearl Street Mall transforms into a stunning open-air gallery, with over 100 juried artists showing off everything from sculpture and photography to jewelry and mixed media.

📅 July 25–27📍 Lyons, CO

Traditional bluegrass meets red rock cliffs and river views in this legendary Lyons fest. This year’s lineup? Molly Tuttle, The Fretliners, East Nash Grass, and more. Pack your banjo—or just your lawn chair.

📅 July 27–Aug. 8📍 Boulder, CO

Ready to fly? This unique movement festival brings together aerial artists from around the globe for silks, hoop, rope, and beyond. Performances, classes, and immersive workshops all month long.

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Friday, July 4

📅 Arc De Soleil📍 Boulder Theater | ⏰ Time TBD | 🎟️ Ticketed

🎵 Live Music with Shawn Cunnane at Boulder Social📍 Boulder Social | ⏰ 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM | 🎟️ Ticketed

🎨 PhanArt📍 Fox Theatre | ⏰ 4:00 PM to 11:59 PM | 🎟️ Ticketed

🎉 Boulder Juggling & Flow Festival📍 Boulder Circus Center | ⏰ 10:00 AM to 11:00 PM | 🎟️ Ticketed

📅 Phish Kickoff Celebration with River Spell📍 Velvet Elk Lounge | ⏰ 3:00 PM to 5:30 PM | 🎟️ Ticketed

📅 Steely Dead📍 Fox Theatre | ⏰ 11:30 PM to 2:00 AM | 🎟️ Ticketed

🎵 Boulder Symphony 4th of July Celebration Concert📍 Boulder Bandshell | ⏰ 7:00 PM to 8:00 PM | 🎟️ Ticketed

Saturday, July 5

🎨 Meet The Artist: Karina Vogt📍 The New Local Annex | ⏰ 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM | 🎟️ Ticketed

📅 A Tribute to Jamiroquai featuring ?????📍 Boulder Theater | ⏰ 11:30 PM to 11:59 PM | 🎟️ Ticketed

🎵 Live Music with Matt Flaherty at Boulder Social📍 Boulder Social | ⏰ 1:00 PM to 4:00 PM | 🎟️ Ticketed

📅 Phish Kickoff Celebration w/ Luke Hahn-Zollo w/ Brian Adams & Paul Murin📍 Velvet Elk Lounge | ⏰ 3:00 PM to 5:30 PM | 🎟️ Ticketed

📅 Magic Beans do Magic Weens (Tribute to Ween)📍 Fox Theatre | ⏰ 11:30 PM to 11:59 PM | 🎟️ Ticketed

Sunday, July 6

📅 Richard II by William Shakespeare📍 Roe Green Theatre, University Theatre Building | ⏰ 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM | 🎟️ Ticketed

📅 No Other Land📍 Dairy Arts Center | ⏰ 2:30 PM to 5:30 PM | 🎟️ Ticketed

Want more? See the full calendar → Boulder Event Calendar

🌟 That’s a Wrap: July, We’re In

Whether you’re a classical music lover, an art collector, or someone who just really likes to see things float, July in Boulder has something to surprise and delight. Mark your calendar, gather your crew, and get ready to festival your face off.

 👉 Answer: B) 1933

💡 Fun Fact: Perched at Flagstaff Summit, this stone amphitheater has been a Boulder treasure for over 90 years. Built by the Civilian Conservation Corps, it’s seen weddings, concerts, and stargazing events—all with sweeping views that never get old.

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