One cowgirl riding a horse through Montana Big Sky country carrying an American flag.

Independence Day

July 4 – 25, 2026

An All-American Celebration, All Month Long

Picnics, pies, epic fireworks: We have all of your Fourth of July favorites at Paws Up Montana — and this year, the celebration is bigger than ever. In honor of America’s 250th anniversary, the spirit of Independence Day comes to life all month long, with festivities continuing every Saturday in July. In fact, it’s become a tradition for many families to return year after year for our Independence Day celebration. Along with those quintessential elements of an American celebration, there are also outdoor activities (fly-fishing, horseback riding, hiking, etc.), live music, craft cocktails, lawn games, and celebrating under the star-filled sky.

Discover Independence Day at Paws Up. It’s an experience you’ll never forget, and one you’ll want to repeat again and again.

Children playing three-legged race on a grassy hill with fourth of July decorations behind them.

Sample Itinerary

Join us every Saturday in July — July 4, 11, 18, and 25 — for a festive evening of classic Americana and signature Paws Up experiences in The Cook Shack Yard.

Live music in the Yard
Mechanical bison rides
Family carnival games throughout the evening
National Anthem & opening ceremony
Potato sack races
Three-legged races
Pie-eating contest
Family carnival winner announced
Fireworks finale

Photo Gallery

Red and white fireworks on a blue sky as the sun is setting.

We stayed at Paws Up after spending a couple days in Yellowstone and had an awesome Fourth of July week. On the Fourth of July they had awesome fireworks and a ton of activities that were so much fun. Best Fourth of July I’ve ever had! I also did paintball, cattle roping and fly-fishing, which were equally great. The tents were very luxurious and the staff was super nice and very helpful. One of the best trips I’ve ever taken.

James, a Paws Up guest