Fourth of July Fireworks and Special Events in Las Vegas

Nothing says party like the Fourth of July and nobody does a party like Vegas. Put the two together and you’ll find more celebrations of our country’s independence than you’ll have time to do in one night.

To help you out if you’re in town this upcoming weekend, here’s a quick rundown of all the special events and  festivities planned:

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July 2:

• Annual Night of Fire at the Bullring at the Las Vegas Motor Speedway –
  The name says it all. Enjoy NASCAR Whelen All-American Series stock car racing, a jet car and SMRA Supermodifieds, along with fireworks during this early kick-off to the 4th of July weekend at the Las Vegas Motor Speedway (7000 Las Vegas Blvd. N). Gates open at 5pm.
  Price: $15

July 3:

• “American Pie 4th of July” Weekend at Fremont Street Experience –
  FSE is hosting this blowout weekend extravaganza which features “Don McLean’s American Pie” Viva Vision light and sound show. Live music from Janis Joplin’s Original Band Big Brother & The Holding Company on the 3rd Street Stage rounds out the nightly entertainment.
  Price: Free

July 4:

• “American Pie 4th of July” Weekend at Fremont Street Experience –
  FSE is hosting this blowout weekend extravaganza which features “Don McLean’s American Pie” Viva Vision light and sound show and a special digital fireworks show on the canopy. Live music from The Grass Roots on the 3rd Street Stage rounds out the nightly entertainment.
  Price: Free

• Boulder City Damboree –
  Take in the 61st annual running of this event starting with a 7am pancake breakfast at Bicentennial. A parade follows, with a carnival running all day. The festivities continue at Veteran’s Park starting at 6pm, with a fireworks show at 9pm.
  Price: Free

• Henderson’s 4th of July Celebration –
  Live entertainment on three stages, including the Henderson Symphony, and fireworks from 6pm until 9pm at Henderson Events Plaza (200 S. Water St).
  Price: Free

• M Resort Freedom Fireworks Extravaganza –
  The way south end of the Strip is covered with a fireworks show presented by the new M Resort (12300 Las Vegas Blvd. S; corner of St. Rose Pkwy and Las Vegas Blvd). Doors open at 7pm and the show kicks off at 9:15pm.
  Price: Free

• Mandalay Bay Beach Fireworks Spectacular –
  Fireworks kick off the party at 9pm, followed by a beach-side concert by reggae band Mystic Roots.
  Price: $20

• MonteLago Fireworks Display –
  Travel out to the MonteLago Village (30 Strada di Villaggio, Henderson) for live music starting at 5pm by the JZ Allstars, followed by fireworks at 9pm.
  Price: Free

• Station Casinos 4th of July Fireworks Spectacular –
  Fireworks shows will be set off by nine of the Station’s locations simultaneously. Participating properties are Red Rock Resort, Green Valley Ranch, Palace Station, Boulder Station, Fiesta Henderson, Aliante Station, Santa Fe Station, Sunset Station, and neighboring properties Texas Station and Fiesta Rancho, which will share the fireworks display.
  Price: Free

• Steve Wyrick Death Drop –
  The magician will perform an 80-ft “death drop” over a bed of 500 flaming spikes, assisted by Linkin’ Park’s Chester Bennington. The event will take place at the Miracle Mile Shops starting at 8pm.
  Price: Free

• Summerlin Annual Patriotic Parade –
  Start the 4th of July festivities out early by taking in this morning parade in Summerlin. The parade begins at the intersection of Hillpointe Rd and Hills Center Dr around 9am.
  Price: Free

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Don’t worry! I haven’t forgotten all of the club stuff happening. Those I’ll talk about in a separate article.

If I’ve missed an event, please leave the info in comments.