In Eagle County, historical records show that the McCoy community hosted an annual celebration on the Saturday before Independence Day. This event drew in several hundred people from surrounding counties, including Eagle, Routt, and Grand.

The celebration featured a rodeo with various activities, and a dance was held in the evening. According to reports, the event was enjoyable and well-mannered, with no incidents of quarreling or rowdyism.

Further details about these historical celebrations can be found in the Eagle Valley Enterprise archives, which provide a glimpse into the county's past Independence Day celebrations.