Denver is gearing up for a loud and lively July Fourth weekend as the U.S. celebrates its 250th birthday. Here's what's popping off:

🎇 Fireworks and drones

• Sunset Cinema and drone show: "National Treasure" screens tomorrow at Sculpture Park, followed by a drone show. Free with RSVP.
• Coors Field fireworks: The Rockies face the San Francisco Giants this weekend, with postgame fireworks scheduled tomorrow and Saturday. Tickets start at $48.75.
• 4thFEST: USA vs. Portugal headlines a July 4 rugby doubleheader at Dick's Sporting Goods Park, followed by fireworks. A free, family-friendly festival starts beforehand at 3pm. Tickets start at $32.
• Fireworks and festivals are planned across the metro, including in Aurora, Arvada, Brighton, Broomfield, Castle Rock, Littleton and Westminster.

🎉 Parties and parades

• Park Hill Parade: Denver's biggest Independence Day march starts at 1:30pm Saturday along 23rd Avenue, featuring floats, performers, marching bands and more.
• Red, White & BBQ: Join Rare Bird atop the Halcyon in Cherry Creek for BBQ, fireworks viewing, a live DJ and menu specials all day. Free with RSVP.
• Barbie-Que Beach Off: Improper City is hosting a '90s beach theme party Saturday with a giant inflatable obstacle course, drink specials and a BBQ food truck. Free.

🍽️ Food and drink deals

• Denver Milk Market: Enjoy $4 Coors Light, $5 Marczyk brats and franks and $2 housemade potato salad from 3pm tomorrow to 9pm Saturday.
• Good Times: The Colorado-based burger and frozen custard chain is offering a $2.50 menu of select frozen treats.

🎵 Live music

• Independence Eve concert: The Colorado Symphony will perform iconic American favorites at this free concert tomorrow evening at the Buell Theatre. Free with ticket.
• Independence Day concert: The Denver Municipal Band will play at 11am and 7pm Saturday at Washington Park. Free.
• Denver Union Station: Enjoy a variety of live music performances from 5-8pm tomorrow and 3-7pm Saturday. Free.

🏞️ Entrance fees are waived tomorrow–Sunday at Colorado's four national parks — Rocky Mountain, Mesa Verde, Black Canyon of the Gunnison and Great Sand Dunes.

🎨 The Cherry Creek Arts Festival will bring together 200-plus artists alongside live music, food vendors and lots of family-friendly activities all weekend long. Free.

💒 Fox and the Hen is throwing a Taylor Swift-inspired brunch tomorrow from 7am–3pm to celebrate her rumored wedding. Bridal attire is encouraged.

⚽️ Denver Summit FC hosts the Kansas City Current at 7:30pm tomorrow at Dick's Sports Goods Park. Tickets start at $53.70.

🖼️ Galleries and creative spaces across RiNo, Santa Fe and other art districts will open their doors for First Friday celebrations tomorrow. Free.

Need something to put on after the fireworks? These new streaming picks range from sci-fi to mystery.

"Silo" — Season 3 available tomorrow on Apple TV

• Rebecca Ferguson's Juliette returns with memory loss and no idea who or what to trust in this dystopian drama about a mysterious underground society.
• Catch up quick: Critics are calling Season 3 the show's best yet.

"Elle" — Season 1 available now on Prime Video

• This "Legally Blonde" prequel follows pre-Harvard Law Elle Woods as a teenager in the '90s who moves to Seattle.
• By the numbers: The trailer has racked up more than 10 million views since its release, despite mixed early reviews.

"Enola Holmes 3" — Film available now on Netflix

• Millie Bobby Brown is back, and breaking the fourth wall, as the younger sister of Sherlock Holmes (Henry Cavill).
• The latest: This time, the setting is Malta, where Enola's wedding plans get blown up when Sherlock disappears.

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