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Lots of people gathered together at Thorntonfest.

Mark Your Calendars for Thorntonfest

Come join us on June 6 for Thornton's 70th year celebration at this year's Thorntonfest! There will be many new amenities for the entire family to enjoy all day long, including a laser light show to wrap up the evening.
Thornton City Hall exterior of the facility.

Tell us your thoughts on Thornton's budget. Your voice matters!

Help shape the future of our community by sharing what funding priorities are most important to you. City leaders use community feedback to guide planning and spending decisions.
A box of fireworks with a red prohibition sign across it.

Personal Use of Fireworks Is Illegal in Thornton

In Thornton you can't legally possess, make, store, sell, handle, and use fireworks in the city limits. Leave fireworks to the professionals and join Thornton's free fourth of July celebration without risking injury, fire or fines.
Standley Lake frozen with Colorado mountains in the background.

Thornton Stage 1 Mandatory Drought Restrictions

Communities across Colorado are working to balance water supply and demand during a historically dry year. Watch the video to learn more.

Upcoming Events

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Community Connections facility.

Homebuyer Education Course

Sat, Jun 6 2026, 8am - 3:30pm
Lots of people gathered together at Thorntonfest.

Thorntonfest

Sat, Jun 6 2026, 10am - 9:15pm
Exhibit items displaying Thornton's 70 year history
Exhibit items displaying Thornton's 70 year history

Upcoming Meetings

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Monthly TASHCO Meeting

Monday, June 8, 2026 - 6:30pm

Council Dinner

Tuesday, June 9, 2026 - 5:15pm

City Council Update

Tuesday, June 9, 2026 - 5:45pm

City Council Meeting

Tuesday, June 9, 2026 - 7:00pm