The return of the fireworks show is notable — the city hasn’t held its own fireworks display since the shooting.

Eyeing its biggest-ever Fourth of July fireworks show to mark America’s 250th birthday, Boulder last week approved a $15,000 budget for this year’s display, up from $10,000 last year.

Highland Park brings back fireworks and parade festivities for July 4, 2026, marking the first display since the 2022 Independence Day shooting that claimed seven lives.

Highland Park is bringing back fireworks and a 250th anniversary themed parade for its Fourth of July celebration, but will not include a public remembrance ceremony.