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The Fourth of July is a fun, family holiday and wouldn’t be complete with visiting a fireworks display. There are many fireworks displays happening all over Las Vegas; here is where to find them. Be sure to pay attention to the dates; while most of the fireworks and celebrations are occurring on the Fourth of July, some are happening earlier.
Fireworks Off the Strip
Annual Night of Fire at Las Vegas Motor Speedway
When: Gates open at 5 p.m. July 2 (racing starts at 7, fireworks at 9:30)
Admission: $15 general admission, $12 for senior citizens and military, $5 for children. Family four-pack also available.
The event will kick off the holiday weekend with All-American Series stock care racing, SMRA Supermodifieds, MetroPCS Super Late Models and more. There will also be a fireworks show.
10th annual Independence Day Jubilee
When: 6 to 9:30 p.m. July 2
Admission: Free
More info: 702-633-2650
Where: Seastrand Park, 6330 Camino Eldorado, North Las Vegas
The events will feature children's activities, live entertainment, food vendors, a tribute to the nation's military troops and a fireworks show by Pyrotecnio.
61st Annual Boulder City Damboree
When: July 4
Where: Boulder City
The annual event will feature a pancake breakfast at 7 a.m. in Bicentennial Park; a parade at 9 a.m. beginning at Colorado and going down Nevada Highway; Damboree ceremonies and midway booths at Broadbent Park beginning at 10 a.m.; festivities from 6 to 11 p.m. at Veteran's Memorial Park; and fireworks at Veteran's Memorial Park at 9 p.m.
Downtown Henderson Fourth of July fireworks & celebration
When: 6-9 p.m. July 4
Where: Henderson Events Plaza and surrounding area
Admission: Free
More Info: 702-267-2171
Attendees will enjoy three stages of live music by the Henderson Symphony Orchestra, country music entertainer Randy Anderson and more. Additionally, families will have the opportunity to indulge in a variety of food and beverage options while the children are entertained by an assortment of fun activities including a rock wall, dunk tank, bounce house and more. The Independence Day celebration will culminate with a spectacular fireworks display from atop City Hall.
Admission and parking is free. Some activities may require paid admission. Complimentary shuttle service will be provided from Morrell Park, located at 500 Harris Street, beginning at 5 p.m. Only handicap parking will be available on-site. Glass containers, fireworks and barbeques are prohibited.
Star Spangled Spectacular with Las Vegas Philharmonic
When: Doors open at 6 p.m. July 4
Where: Springs Preserve, 333 S. Valley View Blvd.
Tickets: Assigned amphitheater seating is $27.50 per person; grounds passes, which include non-seated access to the concert venue, are available at $17.50 per person; and VIP Packages, at $82.50 per person, include a pre-concert VIP reception in the ORIGEN Rotunda and an exclusive tabled seating area in the amphitheater
More info: 702-822-7705
The philharmonic's annual Fourth of July show is moving to the Springs Preserve. Doors will open at 6 p.m. and the concert will begin at 8 p.m. in the Springs Preserve's outdoor amphitheater. A laser-light show will accompany the performance's finale. Springs Preserve annual pass holders will receive discounts. No outside food, beverages or chairs will be allowed on the premises.
Las Vegas 51's and Fireworks
On July 2 and 3, the 51's versus the Reno Aces at 7:05 p.m. with fireworks to follow the game. Admission is $14 at Cashman Field.
July 4th Celebration at the Village
Celebrate Independence Day with food, drink, fund, cruises and games at The Village at Lake Las Vegas. The event opens at 4 p.m. with a fireworks show at 9 p.m. For more information, call 702-564-4766.
Hotel and Casino Fireworks
Station Casino's 9 Properties Fireworks Show
Station Casino's will feature fireworks at nine of their properties: Red Rock, Green Valley Ranch, Palace Station, Boulder Station. Texas Station and Fiesta Rancho, Fiesta Henderson, Aliante Station, Santa Fe Station and Sunset Station. These fireworks displays will go off simultaneously at the nine properties. The Grucci Family will produce the two-minute show.
The Las Vegas Hilton Hotel
Fireworks Display just after dark.
Mandalay Bay
Mystic Roots Band (MRB), known for its original style of reggae, hip-hop and dance music with overtones of rock, funk and ska, will perform live on the Mandalay Bay Beach stage Saturday, July 4. The fireworks show is scheduled to begin at 9 p.m. followed by the concert at 9:15 p.m. Tickets are $20, and can be purchased by calling Mandalay Bay at 877-632-7400, or Ticketmaster 800-745-3000.
Rio Hotel
BBQ and Fireworks show from 7-10 pm at the Sapphire Pool. Prices are $50 for admission, BBQ and one drink, or $30 for admission only. For more information, or to reserve a cabana/daybed, call 702-448-6789.
Non-Fireworks Fourth of July Celebrations:
Red, White & Splash
The Red, White and Boom fireworks show that was traditionally put on every year at Desert Breeze Park was replaced in 2008 by a new celebration, Red, White and Splash, which is being held as smaller events at the following community pools:
• Cambridge Water Park, 3930 Cambridge St.
• Desert Breeze Water Park, 8275 W. Spring Mountain Road
• Desert Inn Pool, 3570 Vista Del Monte Dr
• Paradise Water Park, 4770 Harrison Dr.
• Parkdale Water Park, 3200 Ferndale St.
• Sunrise Pool, 2240 Linn Lane
• Sunset Pool, 2601 E. Sunset Road
• Walnut Water Park, 3085 Cecile Ave.
• Whitney Pool, 5700 E. Missouri St.
• Indian Springs Community Center & Pool, 400 Sky Lane, Indian Springs
• Laughlin Community Aquatic Center, 3790 S. James Bilbray, Laughlin
• Logandale Pool, Grant M. Bowler Park, 3280 N. NV Blvd, Logandale
• Overton Pool, 161 S. Anderson St., Overton
Summerlin Annual Patriotic Parade
When: 9 to 11 a.m. July 4
Where: Begins at Hillpointe Road and Hills Center Drive and travels south toward the Village Center Circle before heading west on Trailwood Drive
The parade will include traditional floats, giant helium balloons, American Indian dancers, and a salute to Nellis Air Force Base.
Sources:
http://www.lasvegasnow.com/global/story.asp?s=3538111
http://classiclasvegas.squarespace.com/classic-las-vegas-blog/2009/6/20/4th-of-july-fireworks-and-celebrations-in-las-vegas-2009-upd.html
http://www.reviewjournal.com/entertainment/events/fourthofjuly/
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