2012 Colorado Rapids 4thFest

Timeline of Events

On July 4, 2012 the Colorado Rapids and Commerce City will host the 17th Annual 4thFest, a fun-filled day-long event at Dick's Sporting Goods Park. This year's 4thFest, presented by Westerra Credit Union, includes a free community festival, the match between the Rapids and Vancouver Whitecaps FC, and one of the largest fireworks shows in the state. TICKETS FOR THE RAPIDS MATCH

Colorado Rapids vs Vancouver Whitecaps FC

This year the Colorado Rapids take on Vancouver Whitecaps FC on July 4 at 7:30pm. The Whitecaps have only visited Dick's Sporting Goods Park once before, on July 9, 2011 when Conor Casey and Scott Palguta led the Rapids to a 2-1 victory. PURCHASE TICKETS

 

 

Family Activities

The pre-game 4thFest Family Activity Zone is completely free of charge and will feature all kinds of interactive activities, entertainers and elements for kids of all ages and their families to explore! The Family Activity Zone will take place outside the south end of the stadium, and will include:


  • HealthONE's AIRLIFE Helicopter
  • Zip line
  • Climbing wall
  • Face painting
  • Free play area
  • Arts & crafts
  • Inflatables

 

 

Adult Activities

The pre-game 4thFest features activities and events geared towards adults along the south side of the stadium. Activities include:


  • Heineken Beer Garden
  • Live music from That Eighties Band
  • Live performance by The Salida Circus
  • Coors Light Tailgate - to purchase call 303-727-3594 
  • Mechanical bull
  • Supporters Tailgate

 

 

Stadium Information

 

Items that will be prohibited at 4thFest include, but are not limited to:

  • animals or pets
  • sparklers, firecrackers or fireworks of any kind
  • open flames
  • alcohol
  • grills with open flame are prohibited (Propane grills are allowed in designated tailgating areas only, see information in "Tailgating" below.  For more information)
  • stakes driven into the ground
  • weapons of any kind
  • illegal drugs
  • un-approved pamphlets, advertisements, or handouts
  • selling or distributing of any goods or services without prior consent from the Rapids
  • no overnight camping will be permitted
  • Vuvuzellas