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June 29, 2026

Your Guide to July 2026 in Denver

City Cast Denver

Your Guide to July 2026 in Denver

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It’s birthday time in Denver! With America’s 250th birthday on the Fourth of July, and Colorado’s 150th birthday coming up on August 1st, the City Cast Denver team is in a mood to celebrate. The hilarious host of Good Night Denver, Miriam Moreno, joins producers Olivia Jewell Love and Paul Karolyi to share their pro tips on drones vs. fireworks, the best thrift stores to use the restroom, and the happy hour you can get to even if you don’t get off work until late.

For even more tips on how to make the most of July in Denver, check out Hey Denvers’s take on what to do this month. 

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