Residents in the southwestern part of the Denver metro area have a full day of fun available for the 4th of July, including a run/walk 5K, parade, and fireworks festival.

The festivities begin at 8:45 a.m. with the , followed by the main parade at 9 a.m. Race organizers will hide a red, white, and blue kettlebell out on the course, worth $100, to whoever finds it and brings it back to the finish line. The will travel along Highlands Ranch Parkway between Hepburn Street and Ridgeline Boulevard.

Food trucks will be available at Highland Heritage Park starting at 6 p.m. with a dazzling  at 9 p.m. Parking is limited, so city officials encourage guests to consider walking, biking or carpooling to the event. Carpool lots will be located at Eastridge Rec Center and Southridge Rec Center.

The fireworks show will take place, weather and fire restrictions permitting. Check  for the most up-to-date information.

See a list of fireworks displays and drone displays in the Denver metro area and Northern Colorado.