Good morning, Fort Collins.

Northern Colorado firefighters joined Colorado wildfire response near the Aspen Acres Fire in Pueblo County on Tuesday to protect homes amid ongoing blazes (with local and regional teams ready to respond at home) while agencies urged residents to follow fire safety measures.

Two kayakers were rescued after strong winds pushed them into rocks near Soldier Dam at Horsetooth on Monday afternoon — firefighters used a rope rescue to safely remove one paddler and recover the submerged kayaks.

Dry and warm conditions have raised fire danger statewide, prompting communities to impose restrictions today; Fort Collins residents should check local fire guidelines+ monitor official updates.

Fort Collins Police remind residents that consumer fireworks, including sparklers and novelty items, are illegal today for safety reasons & to prevent injuries during the busy holiday weekend.

They encourage everyone to attend the professional fireworks display at City Park for a safe celebration.

Velvet Daydream Concert

7-10 p.m. — Sound Bar — Tickets vary — Experience a psychedelic rock journey with Velvet Daydream as they blend classic rock influences into modern emotion.

Danny Joseph Live At The Foothills Summer Series

12-4 PM — Foothills — Ticket pricing not specified — Experience soulful sounds and bluesy guitar from finalist Danny Joseph at this summer concert.

Fort Collins 4th of July Bar Crawl

5-11 p.m. — The Yeti Bar and Grill — Free entry — Celebrate Independence Day with a festive bar crawl featuring exclusive drink specials and lively music.

Soccer Mommy Live Concert

6:30-8 p.m. — Washington’s — Tickets available — Experience the candid indie rock sounds of Soccer Mommy as Sophie Allison performs live.

PBR Bulls and Beats Featuring Brad Paisley

6:45-8:45 p.m. — Canvas Stadium — Check venue for pricing — Experience the electrifying fusion of country music with thrilling bull riding performances.

Miranda Lambert at Canvas Stadium

5-9 p.m. — Colorado State University — Check event website for ticket pricing — Enjoy a night of country music with Texas singer-songwriter Miranda Lambert headlining the PBR Bulls and Beats.

Sushi Night at The Teaching Kitchen

5:30-8:30 p.m. — The Teaching Kitchen at Ginger and Baker — Ticket required — Master the art of sushi making with hands-on instruction and enjoy your delicious creations.

Movie Night on the Course

Shortly after sunset — Collindale Golf Course — Free entry — Enjoy a family-friendly favorite on the big screen at the driving range with a relaxed evening outdoors.

The Okee Dokee Brothers Concert

6:00 – 7:30 PM — The Gardens on Spring Creek — Complimentary tickets for infants — Enjoy the GRAMMY® Award-winning duo's Americana folk that celebrates adventure and the spirit of nature.

World Cup Watch Party

Available all day — Aggie Theatre — Check for costs — Cheer for your favorite team while enjoying the festive atmosphere.