Experience the charm and patriotism of Breckenridge this July 4th with a day packed full of festivities, athletic events, live music, and family-friendly activities. This classic MTB race starts off the 4th of July parade and festivities in Breckenridge, Colorado. Ride some of the best single track trails we have to offer. There are 1,000 spots available, and registration comes with a F50 t-shirt and racer swag bag. Changes are allowed until June 30th. Event details and schedule Entry Fee Includes: Breckenridge has figured out how to make their 4th of July celebration uniquely Colorado by literally starting with a 50-mile mountain bike race that rolls directly into their Main Street parade. Breckenridge's 2025 Independence Day celebration is slated to be among the best in Colorado. Discover everything to do this July 4th in Breckenridge. Don't miss this favorite event of the 4th of July celebration! This scenic 10K trail running race offers up some of the best views in the Breckenridge area. This race is limited to 500 people and usually sells out in June. Registered racers receive a technical race tee. EARLY REGISTRATION GUARANTEES A RACE DAY T-SHIRT! Learn More Independence Day Celebration & Firecracker 50 – July 4th Experience a classic mountain town Fourth of July with a parade down Main Street, the challenging Firecracker 50 mountain bike race that draws riders from across the country, and family-friendly festivities that epitomize small-town America. Get Details Kicking off 4th of July festivities with a bang, this 50-mile mountain bike race will send 750 racers out to complete two 25-mile laps and 4,000 feet of climbs on some of the best backcountry trails in Breckenridge. Here’s what’s in store for the holiday. Breckenridge Breckenridge’s Fourth of July lineup has everything from races, a parade and a newly added bicycle circus. Check out the full Breckenridge 4th of July celebration schedule here. Ready to plan your Independence Day getaway? Stay in one of our downtown properties, close to all the action The Strider Bike Race will kick off Breckenridge's 4th of July festivities and main attractions, The Firecracker 50 and Parade. Racers will start in front of the historical Gold Pan Saloon and finish at Blue River Plaza. Independence 10K - 07/04/2025 - Race InformationDon't miss this favorite event of the 4th of July celebration! This scenic 10K trail running race offers up some of the best views in the Breckenridge area. This race is limited to 500 people and usually sells out in June. Registered racers receive a technical race tee. EARLY REGISTRATION GUARANTEES A RACE DAY T-SHIRT! There are two aid stations About the 4th of July in Breckenridge Celebrate the U.S.’s Independence Day with the Main Street Parade, a scenic 10K trail run, and a mountain bike race. Expect family activities, live music, and the Breckenridge Creative Arts’ Street Arts Festival. Children love the Fire Department’s super sprayer, which creates a mini water park! The Strider Bike Race will kick off Breckenridge’s 4th of July festivities and main attractions, The Firecracker 50 and Parade. Racers will start in front of the historical Gold Pan Saloon and finish at Blue River Plaza. Breckenridge is the first to kick off Fourth of July activities bright and early at 7 a.m. with the Independence Day 10K Trail Run which will be followed by the Sparkler 50 Yard Strider Bike Race Breckenridge has a stacked calendar for Independence Day on July 4, with the return of beloved annual traditions and the debut of new activities. The Independence Day 10K Trail Run kicks off Don’t miss this favorite event of the 4th of July celebration! This scenic 10K trail running race offers up some of the best views in the Breckenridge area. This race is limited to 500 people and usually sells out in June. Registered racers receive a technical race tee. EARLY REGISTRATION GUARANTEES A RACE DAY T-SHIRT! There are two aid stations along the course. Restrooms are available at WELCOME TO THE 2025 FIRECRACKER 50 MTB RACE! This classic MTB race starts off the 4th of July parade and festivities in Breckenridge, Colorado. Ride some of the best single track trails we have to offer. There are 1,000 spots available, and registration comes with a F50 t-shirt and racer swag bag. Changes are allowed until June 30th. The original 50 miler MTB race kicks off the 4th of July parade and festivities in Breckenridge, Colorado! Ride some of the best single-track trails we have to offer with our new updated course! Details Date: July 4 Time: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm Website: Independence Day 10K Trail Run This splendid 10K trail running event includes the best views in the Breckenridge region. The race starts from the Washington/High Street Intersection and finishes at Carter Park. Due to its limited capacity of 500 participants, it usually sells out in June. Adults fee (ages 18+) is $50 and $60 after July 1; Youth (ages 17 and under)—$25 and $35 after July 1
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