Check out these 26 Pueblo events celebrating the Fourth of July, music and local history

Let Freedom Howl! at CSU Pueblo, Fourth of July Celebration at Civic Center Park in Pueblo West, Rollin’ on the Riverwalk at Historic Arkansas Riverwalk of Pueblo, "Anniversary Gala" at Steel City Art Works, Fourth of July celebration at Walter's Brewery, Reservation deadline for July 10 Pueblo County Historical Society dinner, Neuropong at YMCA Pueblo, Lit Happens Book Club and Small Batch Trivia at the Ethos, Literary Open Mic Night at The Ethos, Trivia Night at Walter's Brewery, Sam Lewis Band at Brues Alehouse, Pueblo Energy Park talk at Rawlings Library, Bottoms Up Fest at Historic Arkansas Riverwalk, Cruel Summer 80's Bash at The Ethos, Writer's Workshop at the Ethos, Mouse Powell concert at Brues Alehouse, Cinderella Summer Musical at Sangre de Cristo Arts Center, Get Up, Get Down Tour at Pueblo Convention Center, Country Music Concert at Copper River in Pueblo West, Kyle Smith Concert at Brues Alehouse, Second Saturday Karaoke at The Ethos, Women of the Borderlands talk at El Pueblo History Museum, Nerd Night at The Ethos, A Walk Through Time at Pueblo Heritage Museum, Third Thursday Open Mic at The Ethos, Trivia Night at Walter's Brewery

Friday, July 4

Let Freedom Howl! at CSU Pueblo

2200 Bonforte Blvd. Hasan Amphitheater and West Lawns | 2-9:30 p.m. | The red, white, and blue Fourth of July celebration features live music, food trucks, and a splash-worthy water fight. Enjoy a special performance by the Pueblo Symphony at 7:30 p.m., then look up for a sensory-friendly drone show at 9 p.m. Parking is available in the lots on the east side of campus, and Arch’s Peditaxi will be running to help with on-campus transportation. The event is free and open to the public.

Fourth of July Celebration at Civic Center Park in Pueblo West

61 E. Civic Center Plaza | 4–9 p.m. | Join the Pueblo West Metro District for the Jack Fowler Memorial community celebration featuring a "Water in the Park" water fight, local food trucks, games for all ages, a Bubble Tower, and a fireworks show at dusk. Don't forget to bring lawn chairs.

Rollin’ on the Riverwalk at Historic Arkansas Riverwalk of Pueblo

101 S. Union Ave. | 4-10 p.m. | The free family-friendly event will feature more than 60 food and retail vendors, live music including local favorite The Runners and headliner Thumpin, which is known as "Colorado’s Favorite Dance Band," plus boat rides and a fireworks display. Come for fun, music, and fireworks along the scenic Riverwalk.

Let Freedom Howl! at CSU Pueblo, Fourth of July Celebration at Civic Center Park in Pueblo West, Rollin’ on the Riverwalk at Historic Arkansas Riverwalk of Pueblo, "Anniversary Gala" at Steel City Art Works, Fourth of July celebration at Walter's Brewery, Reservation deadline for July 10 Pueblo County Historical Society dinner, Neuropong at YMCA Pueblo, Lit Happens Book Club and Small Batch Trivia at the Ethos, Literary Open Mic Night at The Ethos, Trivia Night at Walter's Brewery, Sam Lewis Band at Brues Alehouse, Pueblo Energy Park talk at Rawlings Library, Bottoms Up Fest at Historic Arkansas Riverwalk, Cruel Summer 80's Bash at The Ethos, Writer's Workshop at the Ethos, Mouse Powell concert at Brues Alehouse, Cinderella Summer Musical at Sangre de Cristo Arts Center, Get Up, Get Down Tour at Pueblo Convention Center, Country Music Concert at Copper River in Pueblo West, Kyle Smith Concert at Brues Alehouse, Second Saturday Karaoke at The Ethos, Women of the Borderlands talk at El Pueblo History Museum, Nerd Night at The Ethos, A Walk Through Time at Pueblo Heritage Museum, Third Thursday Open Mic at The Ethos, Trivia Night at Walter's Brewery

First Signs of Summer by Debra McCormack

"Anniversary Gala" at Steel City Art Works

330 S. Union Ave., the McLaughlin Building | 5-8 p.m. | Celebrate the gallery's 18th anniversary, six months in the new location and the Fourth of July by visiting with the artists and enjoying complimentary refreshments. A total of 36 local artists have work on display at the gallery, plus there is a "Summertime in the Whimsical Hollow" display in the back room. The gallery is open free to the public, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Monday through Saturday, and noon to 4 p.m. Sunday.

Let Freedom Howl! at CSU Pueblo, Fourth of July Celebration at Civic Center Park in Pueblo West, Rollin’ on the Riverwalk at Historic Arkansas Riverwalk of Pueblo, "Anniversary Gala" at Steel City Art Works, Fourth of July celebration at Walter's Brewery, Reservation deadline for July 10 Pueblo County Historical Society dinner, Neuropong at YMCA Pueblo, Lit Happens Book Club and Small Batch Trivia at the Ethos, Literary Open Mic Night at The Ethos, Trivia Night at Walter's Brewery, Sam Lewis Band at Brues Alehouse, Pueblo Energy Park talk at Rawlings Library, Bottoms Up Fest at Historic Arkansas Riverwalk, Cruel Summer 80's Bash at The Ethos, Writer's Workshop at the Ethos, Mouse Powell concert at Brues Alehouse, Cinderella Summer Musical at Sangre de Cristo Arts Center, Get Up, Get Down Tour at Pueblo Convention Center, Country Music Concert at Copper River in Pueblo West, Kyle Smith Concert at Brues Alehouse, Second Saturday Karaoke at The Ethos, Women of the Borderlands talk at El Pueblo History Museum, Nerd Night at The Ethos, A Walk Through Time at Pueblo Heritage Museum, Third Thursday Open Mic at The Ethos, Trivia Night at Walter's Brewery

Grapes, plums and oranges by Lynette Green

Fourth of July celebration at Walter's Brewery

126 Oneida | noon-11 p.m. | Join Walter's for the debut of its food service in the taproom. There will be a live music performance from Tensas. This event is free and open to all ages.

Saturday, July 5

Reservation deadline for July 10 Pueblo County Historical Society dinner

Pueblo Union Depot, 203 W. B St. | Doors open at 5 p.m. July 10, dinner at 6 p.m., program at 7 p.m. | Join the Pueblo County Historical Society for "The Life & Times of Charles Autobees," as told by his descendant George Autobee. Autobees was a trapper, trader, traveling salesman, scout rancher and more. He lived near the confluence of the Huerfano and Arkansas rivers from 1853 until his death in 1882 at age 70. Cost is $37. For reservations, call or email Larry Frank by July 5 at 719-561-0619 or [email protected].

Monday, July 7

Neuropong at YMCA Pueblo

3200 E. Spaulding Ave. | 1-3 p.m. every Monday | Check out this free table tennis exercise program which supports people experiencing cognitive decline and neurodegenerative disorders like Alzheimer's disease, Parkinson's disease, multiple sclerosis and ADHD. No equipment needed. Wear comfortable clothes and shoes to move around in. The event is open to the public. For details, call Brittany Campbell at 719-543-5151 ext. 267, or email [email protected].

Let Freedom Howl! at CSU Pueblo, Fourth of July Celebration at Civic Center Park in Pueblo West, Rollin’ on the Riverwalk at Historic Arkansas Riverwalk of Pueblo, "Anniversary Gala" at Steel City Art Works, Fourth of July celebration at Walter's Brewery, Reservation deadline for July 10 Pueblo County Historical Society dinner, Neuropong at YMCA Pueblo, Lit Happens Book Club and Small Batch Trivia at the Ethos, Literary Open Mic Night at The Ethos, Trivia Night at Walter's Brewery, Sam Lewis Band at Brues Alehouse, Pueblo Energy Park talk at Rawlings Library, Bottoms Up Fest at Historic Arkansas Riverwalk, Cruel Summer 80's Bash at The Ethos, Writer's Workshop at the Ethos, Mouse Powell concert at Brues Alehouse, Cinderella Summer Musical at Sangre de Cristo Arts Center, Get Up, Get Down Tour at Pueblo Convention Center, Country Music Concert at Copper River in Pueblo West, Kyle Smith Concert at Brues Alehouse, Second Saturday Karaoke at The Ethos, Women of the Borderlands talk at El Pueblo History Museum, Nerd Night at The Ethos, A Walk Through Time at Pueblo Heritage Museum, Third Thursday Open Mic at The Ethos, Trivia Night at Walter's Brewery

Emily Gradisar, co-owner at The Ethos, mixes up a nonalcoholic cocktail.

Wednesday, July 9

Lit Happens Book Club and Small Batch Trivia at the Ethos

615 E. Mesa Ave. | 6-7 p.m. for the book club, 7-9 p.m. for trivia | Discuss "Everyone in My Family Has Killed Someone" by Benjamin Stevenson, a clever, darkly comic mystery where a crime-writing narrator unpacks a deadly family reunion full of secrets, lies — and murder. Join Geeks Who Drink for sober trivia with a limit of six people per team. Wing bar tabs for first- and second-place winners and it's free to play.

Thursday, July 10

Literary Open Mic Night at The Ethos

615 E. Mesa Ave. | 6-9 p.m. | Check out the literary open mic event for poetry, short stories, and folk tales. No music, no hate speech. This is an all-ages event, so please keep offerings PG.

Let Freedom Howl! at CSU Pueblo, Fourth of July Celebration at Civic Center Park in Pueblo West, Rollin’ on the Riverwalk at Historic Arkansas Riverwalk of Pueblo, "Anniversary Gala" at Steel City Art Works, Fourth of July celebration at Walter's Brewery, Reservation deadline for July 10 Pueblo County Historical Society dinner, Neuropong at YMCA Pueblo, Lit Happens Book Club and Small Batch Trivia at the Ethos, Literary Open Mic Night at The Ethos, Trivia Night at Walter's Brewery, Sam Lewis Band at Brues Alehouse, Pueblo Energy Park talk at Rawlings Library, Bottoms Up Fest at Historic Arkansas Riverwalk, Cruel Summer 80's Bash at The Ethos, Writer's Workshop at the Ethos, Mouse Powell concert at Brues Alehouse, Cinderella Summer Musical at Sangre de Cristo Arts Center, Get Up, Get Down Tour at Pueblo Convention Center, Country Music Concert at Copper River in Pueblo West, Kyle Smith Concert at Brues Alehouse, Second Saturday Karaoke at The Ethos, Women of the Borderlands talk at El Pueblo History Museum, Nerd Night at The Ethos, A Walk Through Time at Pueblo Heritage Museum, Third Thursday Open Mic at The Ethos, Trivia Night at Walter's Brewery

Walter's Brewery, 126 Oneida St., will be host to Stoke Pizza and the Steel City Café food trucks beginning Saturday.

Trivia Night at Walter's Brewery

126 Oneida | 7-9 p.m. | Join Walter's every Thursday night as the brewery's very own Malissa puts your smarts to the test.

Sam Lewis Band at Brues Alehouse

120 E. Riverwalk | 7-10 p.m. | Check out Sam Lewis, American musician and songwriter, known for weaving tales that capture the essence of the human experience. Tickets are $15 per person or $40 for VIP entrance for two and are on sale at brues-alehouse-brewing-co.ticketleap.com.

Pueblo Energy Park talk at Rawlings Library

100 E. Abriendo Ave., Bret Kelly A room | 7 p.m. | Join Jamie Valdez, founder and director of Roots to Resilience, an environmental justice advocacy organization for Pueblo and southern Colorado, who will speak about the Pueblo Energy Park proposal for the Pueblo Humanists meeting. The park represents a comprehensive strategy for replacing a retiring coal plant with a sustainable, economically beneficial, and reliable energy solution. Valdez will explain the project and answer questions. There is no admission fee, but donations are appreciated. The public is invited, and the venue is handicap accessible. The group also hosts a social on the fourth Friday of the month at another location. For more information, email [email protected].

Let Freedom Howl! at CSU Pueblo, Fourth of July Celebration at Civic Center Park in Pueblo West, Rollin’ on the Riverwalk at Historic Arkansas Riverwalk of Pueblo, "Anniversary Gala" at Steel City Art Works, Fourth of July celebration at Walter's Brewery, Reservation deadline for July 10 Pueblo County Historical Society dinner, Neuropong at YMCA Pueblo, Lit Happens Book Club and Small Batch Trivia at the Ethos, Literary Open Mic Night at The Ethos, Trivia Night at Walter's Brewery, Sam Lewis Band at Brues Alehouse, Pueblo Energy Park talk at Rawlings Library, Bottoms Up Fest at Historic Arkansas Riverwalk, Cruel Summer 80's Bash at The Ethos, Writer's Workshop at the Ethos, Mouse Powell concert at Brues Alehouse, Cinderella Summer Musical at Sangre de Cristo Arts Center, Get Up, Get Down Tour at Pueblo Convention Center, Country Music Concert at Copper River in Pueblo West, Kyle Smith Concert at Brues Alehouse, Second Saturday Karaoke at The Ethos, Women of the Borderlands talk at El Pueblo History Museum, Nerd Night at The Ethos, A Walk Through Time at Pueblo Heritage Museum, Third Thursday Open Mic at The Ethos, Trivia Night at Walter's Brewery

Pueblo Riverwalk on Saturday, June 21, 2025.

Friday, July 11

Bottoms Up Fest at Historic Arkansas Riverwalk

101 N. Union Ave. | 6-9 p.m. | The festival will feature food, music and hundreds of drinks to sample. Join Big Bear Wine and Liquor in supporting the HARP Authority to enrich the infrastructure on the riverwalk. Cost is $38 and tickets are on sale at bigbearwine.com/pages/bottoms-up.

Cruel Summer 80's Bash at The Ethos

615 E. Mesa Ave. | 7-11 p.m. | Enjoy your favorite '80s classics with DJ Thriller and dance your heart out. Cost is $5 online or $10 at the door. Ages 15 and younger must have adult supervision after 9 p.m.

Writer's Workshop at the Ethos

615 E. Mesa Ave. | 7-9 p.m. | Join the writer's workshop. Cost is $30, but pay what you can on arrival. Pre-registration is appreciated.

Mouse Powell concert at Brues Alehouse

120 E. Riverwalk | 7-10:30 p.m. | Join Mouse Powell with The Irie and Native Leaves for hip-hop and reggae music. Powell, from Phoenix, Arizona, is well-known for the distinctive alternative hip-hop he creates by fusing jazz, soul, and funk components. Cost ranges from $25 per person to $80 for VIP admission for two. Tickets are on sale at brues-alehouse-brewing-co.ticketleap.com.

Let Freedom Howl! at CSU Pueblo, Fourth of July Celebration at Civic Center Park in Pueblo West, Rollin’ on the Riverwalk at Historic Arkansas Riverwalk of Pueblo, "Anniversary Gala" at Steel City Art Works, Fourth of July celebration at Walter's Brewery, Reservation deadline for July 10 Pueblo County Historical Society dinner, Neuropong at YMCA Pueblo, Lit Happens Book Club and Small Batch Trivia at the Ethos, Literary Open Mic Night at The Ethos, Trivia Night at Walter's Brewery, Sam Lewis Band at Brues Alehouse, Pueblo Energy Park talk at Rawlings Library, Bottoms Up Fest at Historic Arkansas Riverwalk, Cruel Summer 80's Bash at The Ethos, Writer's Workshop at the Ethos, Mouse Powell concert at Brues Alehouse, Cinderella Summer Musical at Sangre de Cristo Arts Center, Get Up, Get Down Tour at Pueblo Convention Center, Country Music Concert at Copper River in Pueblo West, Kyle Smith Concert at Brues Alehouse, Second Saturday Karaoke at The Ethos, Women of the Borderlands talk at El Pueblo History Museum, Nerd Night at The Ethos, A Walk Through Time at Pueblo Heritage Museum, Third Thursday Open Mic at The Ethos, Trivia Night at Walter's Brewery

Copper River Family Entertainment & Events is located at 395 S. Angus Ave. in Pueblo West.

Saturday, July 12

Cinderella Summer Musical at Sangre de Cristo Arts Center

210 N. Santa Fe | 2 p.m. July 12 and 13, and again at 7 p.m. July 14-17 | Pueblo School District 60 & City of Pueblo Parks and Recreation Department presents the 65th Annual Pueblo Summer Musical: "Rodger's + Hammerstein's Cinderella." Cost is $20 and tickets are on sale at sdc-arts.org.

Let Freedom Howl! at CSU Pueblo, Fourth of July Celebration at Civic Center Park in Pueblo West, Rollin’ on the Riverwalk at Historic Arkansas Riverwalk of Pueblo, "Anniversary Gala" at Steel City Art Works, Fourth of July celebration at Walter's Brewery, Reservation deadline for July 10 Pueblo County Historical Society dinner, Neuropong at YMCA Pueblo, Lit Happens Book Club and Small Batch Trivia at the Ethos, Literary Open Mic Night at The Ethos, Trivia Night at Walter's Brewery, Sam Lewis Band at Brues Alehouse, Pueblo Energy Park talk at Rawlings Library, Bottoms Up Fest at Historic Arkansas Riverwalk, Cruel Summer 80's Bash at The Ethos, Writer's Workshop at the Ethos, Mouse Powell concert at Brues Alehouse, Cinderella Summer Musical at Sangre de Cristo Arts Center, Get Up, Get Down Tour at Pueblo Convention Center, Country Music Concert at Copper River in Pueblo West, Kyle Smith Concert at Brues Alehouse, Second Saturday Karaoke at The Ethos, Women of the Borderlands talk at El Pueblo History Museum, Nerd Night at The Ethos, A Walk Through Time at Pueblo Heritage Museum, Third Thursday Open Mic at The Ethos, Trivia Night at Walter's Brewery

Miriah Avila is set to headline the Get Up, Get Down Tour at the Pueblo Convention Center July 12.

Get Up, Get Down Tour at Pueblo Convention Center

320 Central Main St. | 6-11:30 p.m. | This souldies music event features live performances of songs created in the spirit of Chicano oldies, harkening back to the era of the 1950s, '60s and '70s. The event will feature modern soul singer and recording artist Miriah Avila and Latin soul singer Pepe Marquez, both of California. Also on stage will be Joey Cota, Johnny David and the Nandos. Cost ranges from $23-$55 and tickets are on sale at familiapueblopromotions.com.

Country Music Concert at Copper River in Pueblo West

395 S. Angus Ave. | 7-10 p.m. | Join Winchester Road for an evening of country music. Admission is free.

Kyle Smith Concert at Brues Alehouse

120 E. Riverwalk | 7-10:30 p.m. | Join Kyle Smith and special guest Ghost.Wav for a reggae concert. Smith, from Ventura, California, offers a blend of Cali-Reggae influenced by ska, hip-hop and punk rock. His self-titled debut EP gives a glimpse of the life he endured with songs like “Dope Fiend,” and “Jaded,” all the while keeping an uplifting spirit and tempo. Cost ranges from $20 to $100 for a meet-and-greet session. Tickets are on sale at brues-alehouse-brewing-co.ticketleap.com.

Second Saturday Karaoke at The Ethos

615 E. Mesa Ave. | 7-11 p.m. | Karaoke with KJs Treble and Harmony every second Saturday of the month. This is a free event.

Tuesday, July 15

Women of the Borderlands talk at El Pueblo History Museum

301 N. Union Ave. | 5:30-7 p.m. | Join Director of the El Pueblo History Museum Dianne Archuleta as she presents stories of resilience from women of the Borderlands in southern Colorado. She has been integral to the creation of several projects with History Colorado, including Borderlands of Southern Colorado in Pueblo, Trinidad and Fort Garland. Cost is $8 for seniors or $10 for adults. Register at historycolorado.org.

Nerd Night at The Ethos

615 E. Mesa Ave. | 5:30-10 p.m. | Check out the tabletop games available along with a teacher to help you learn new games, giant games, and a variety of one-shot, role-playing games. This is an all-ages, free event.

Wednesday, July 16

A Walk Through Time at Pueblo Heritage Museum

201 W. B St. | 5-8 p.m. | The special evening showcases the Pueblo County Historical Society's, “Exhibit on the Go” program, which features hands-on history designed for pre-kindergarten through 12th grade students. It’s ideal to book for classrooms, libraries, and youth events. Explore engaging educational trunks, meet living history figures like Zebulon and Clarissa Pike and more. This is an opportunity for teachers and educators to preview what’s available for their classrooms.

Thursday, July 17

Third Thursday Open Mic at The Ethos

615 E. Mesa Ave. | 6 p.m. sign up, 6:30-9 p.m. performances | Join in on an all-ages open mic night with music, poetry and spoken word welcome. Keep offerings PG. This is a free event.

Trivia Night at Walter's Brewery

126 Oneida | 7-9 p.m. | Join Walter's every Thursday night as the brewery's very own Malissa puts your smarts to the test.

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