Head to the mountains for a fun 4th of July Celebration! Come on up to the cool – enjoy our spectacular scenery, quaking aspen, wildflowers, and refreshing temperatures.
A full day of family friendly fun! From watermelon eating contests, live music, a tie dye party, and the annual Field Institute of Taos Duck Race Fundraiser, there’s something for everyone! Scenic Lift rides on Lift 1 & Lift 4, lawn games, e-bike rentals, and plenty of trails to hike and easier nature strolls to enjoy.
Schedule of Events (all FREE)
11:30am • Family craft hour | Lower Plaza
12-3pm • Live music | Upper Plaza
12pm • FIT tent opens, ducks for sale | Upper Plaza
12pm • Watermelon eating contest sign up opens | Lower Plaza
12:30pm • Watermelon eating contest | Lower Plaza
1pm • Basics of pickleball | Pickleball Court
1:30pm • Best red, white and blue dressed contest | Upper Plaza
2:30pm • Duck races start | Rio Hondo
3-5pm • Tie dye party | Lower Plaza
4pm • Duck race awards | Upper Plaza
4:15pm • Complimentary ice cream and popsicles | Upper Plaza
Stop by the Chamber Visitor Chalet in the upper level parking lot for recreation/area information, maps, and menus.
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