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What You Need to Know: 4th of July Roundup


We rounded up various happenings around the northern Taos County region for you

Town of Red River 4th of July Celebration


10 a.m.
Annual 4th of July Parade. Cars will be lining up between 8:30 and 9:30 a.m. You are encouraged to get to your parking spot early for the parade, which will start at 10 a.m.


11 a.m. – 3 p.m.
Celebration in Brandenburg Park in partnership with the Town of Red River.


Noon – 2 p.m.
Community House Old-Fashioned Games.


2:30 p.m.
Parade Awards Announced at Brandenburg Park.

Eagle Nest Lake Fireworks
6 – 10 p.m.
Eagle Nest will host its 100th anniversary of Eagle Nest Dam and put on the biggest show in New Mexico, as fireworks light up the Moreno Valley skies at Eagle Nest Lake State Park! The event is hosted by the Eagle Nest Chamber of Commerce.


Town of Taos Concert and Fireworks
4 – 9 p.m.
The Town of Taos Facilities and Events Department, Taos Volunteer Fire Department and AMP Concerts presents WAR and Fireworks at Kit Carson Park.


The event is free, but you’re encouraged to register to receive updated info on the day’s activities. Free tickets are also available by phone through Hold My Ticket at (505) 886-1251.


A fireworks display will be hosted by the Taos Volunteer Fire Department to cap off the evening. The best vantage point for the fireworks show will be from Kit Carson Park. Chairs and blankets are welcome. Free water filling stations will be available. Beer, wine and food will be available at the park.

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