Annual Fourth of July Wet & Dry Parade
July 4th
Kick off the Fourth of July by getting soaked in La Junta’s annual fun-filled Wet and Dry Parade.
Get Soaked During La Junta’s Biggest Water Gun Fight
Join the community in downtown La Junta for water-gun battles for a parade that leaves the crowd soaked during one of the hottest times of the year.
Enjoy a Taste of Southeast Colorado
In the La Junta City Park, during Early Settler’s Day, you can discover delicious treats and tasty eats at many of the vendors at the location. In addition to these vendors, don’t forget to explore the culinary flavors from our locally owned and operated dining establishments.
Tour Downtown Art, Galleries, and Local Crafts
SHOP: Junction 50 Galleria
Featuring rare books, unique antiques, quilts, local art and handmade jewelry.
ART: What the Fudge Mural
Located on the west side of the What the Fudge Candy Shop building (rear outside wall in the alley between Santa Fe and San Juan Avenues).
ART: Daylight Donuts Mural
Located on the north side of the Daylight Donuts building at 114 Santa Fe Avenue.
SHOP: Broke & Busted Boutique
Broke and Busted Boutique specializes in
reviving worn, tattered, and busted items, turning them into trendy and beautiful new pieces.
ART: Let's Be Kind Mural
Located on the south side of the Klein's Maker Space building at 220 Santa Fe Avenue.
ART: LiveWell Park Wishing Tree
Located at LiveWell Park & Amphitheater at 316 Santa Fe Avenue.
SHOP: Junction Plaza
Junction Plaza features local arts, crafts, sculptures, and other handcrafted specialty items.
ARCHITECTURE: Masonic Lodge Architecture
Built in 1926, the Masonic Lodge Temple building is located at Fourth Street and Santa Fe Avenue.
ARCHITECTURE: Post Office Building
Built in 1915, the La Junta Post Office is located at 324 Colorado Avenue.
SHOP: Crossroads Marketplace
La Junta's Friendly Nonprofit Community Thrift Store features clothing, household items and uncommon goods from around the world.
ARCHITECTURE: Fox Theater
Built in 1912, the Fox Theater building is located at 11 East 3rd Street.