Durango Cancels Annual Fourth of July Fireworks

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The city of Durango, Colorado has announced the cancellation of its annual Fourth of July fireworks display for the second year in a row, citing an ongoing drought and high fire risk posed by the explosives. Instead, the city will host a Fourth of July street dance featuring the Dirty Dozen Brass Band as part of its 'Four Days of the Fourth' celebration from July 2-5.

Why it matters

Fireworks displays are a cherished Independence Day tradition, but drought conditions and wildfire concerns have forced many communities across the western United States to cancel their annual pyrotechnic events. Durango's decision reflects the growing challenges of balancing public safety with celebratory festivities during periods of extreme weather.

The details

Durango city officials stated that the fireworks show has been cancelled this year, as it was last year, due to the ongoing drought and the high fire risk posed by the explosives. No drone show is being considered as an alternative. Instead, the city will host a Fourth of July street dance with the Dirty Dozen Brass Band as part of its 'Four Days of the Fourth' celebration from July 2-5.

• Durango has cancelled its Fourth of July fireworks display for the second consecutive year.
• The 'Four Days of the Fourth' celebration will take place from July 2-5, 2026.