Fireworks Extravaganza
This was our first Independence Day in Colorado, and it was a memorable one. We went to the free Longmont Symphony concert in Thompson Park. There were a few opening acts featuring local talent, and a best picnic competition. Altogether, very nice. They ended the concert with the traditional 1812 Overture complete with canon fire. I have to say that I was very impressed with the whole event. It was simple and non-commercial.
While at the Longmont celebration, we heard about a great spot to watch fireworks in Boulder. You can drive up to the NCAR Mesa Lab and sit on the side of the mountain to watch the fireworks. Not only does this give you a nice view of the Boulder fireworks, but you can also see the fireworks from the surrounding towns (Longmont, Louisville, Lyons, Broomfield, Loveland, and probably more) off in the distance. It was quite a site to see so many towns setting off fireworks at the same time. If you’re ever in the Bolder, CO area on Independence Day, I highly recommend trying this.
