Where to watch fireworks and celebrate Independence Day in Las Vegas

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The Plaza will once again be the only Downtown Las Vegas fireworks show for the Fourth of July.

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Thu, Jul 3, 2025 (2 a.m.)

31ST ANNUAL SUMMERLIN COUNCIL PATRIOTIC PARADE

Southern Nevada’s largest Fourth of July parade kicks off at 9 a.m. at the corner of Hillpointe Road and Hills Center Drive in The Trails village of Summerlin with 70 entries, including a 50-foot American Eagle, new Wicked and Moana-themed floats, the 40-foot Grand Old Flag, veteran and military organizations, the Vegas Golden Knights and other sports team representation and performing groups. As always, the parade is free and open to the public with more info at summerlinpatrioticparade.com.

BOULDER CITY DAMBOREE

This annual local celebration starts with the Rotary Pancake Breakfast at Bicentennial Park in Boulder City at 7 a.m., followed by the annual flyover signifying the start of the parade at 9 a.m. on Colorado Street. Games, food and a beer wagon will be available at 10 a.m. at Broadbent Park, then the party moves to Veterans Memorial Park for music and more at 4 p.m. and fireworks at 9 p.m. Visit bcnv.org/806/damboree for more info.

HENDERSON FOURTH OF JULY CELEBRATION AT HERITAGE PARK

This free star-spangled celebration starts at 6 p.m. with live entertainment, a foam party frenzy, water blaster tag, cornhole, face painting and more, culminating with fireworks at 9 p.m. Visit cityofhenderson.com.

RED, WHITE & BOOTS AT M RESORT

A 15-minute fireworks display choreographed to music at 9 p.m. is the centerpiece of the M Resort’s Fourth of July event, produced in partnership with the Henderson Chamber of Commerce and Findlay Honda of Henderson. A VIP viewing area is available at the pool ($10-$35) and guests can also enjoy the festivities from the new Patio poolside bar and restaurant. Lock it down at themresort.com.

RED, WHITE & BOOTS AT RIO

Yes, you are reading that right: Another off-Strip resort is holding a July 4 party with the same name. The Rio’s is a partnership with the Cowboy Lifestyle Network, a two-day event featuring pool parties, fireworks and country concerts. For full details, visit riolasvegas.com/rio-events/4thofjuly.

RED, WHITE & BOOTS BASH AT PALMS

You’re not going to believe this, but the Red, White & Boots Bash at the Palms Pool gets the Independence Day spirit going early at 10 a.m. on July 3 with line dancing and live music from Beyond The Arrow and Thompson Square. It’s free and open to the public and you can reserve free GA tickets at palms.com.

FOURTH OF JULY VIEWING PARTY AT THE STRAT

The Strat will host a fireworks viewing party from the indoor and outdoor Observation Deck beginning at 5 p.m. ($55 adults, $35 children). More info is available at thestrat.com.

ROSE ROOFTOP & ATHENA INFINITY POOL FIREWORKS VIEWING PARTIES AT RESORTS WORLD

Tickets range from $45 to $150 for the varying amenities at these specialty Strip venues—think music vs. swimming. Explore the options at rwlasvegas.com.

FIREWORKS AT THE PLAZA

The Plaza will once again be the only Downtown Las Vegas fireworks show for the Fourth, launching from the South Tower at 9:15 p.m. The public can see it for free on Main Street, which will be closed to vehicle trafficfrom Carson Avenue to Ogden Avenue. Or check out the options for the rooftop pool deck and the 6 p.m. wing-eating contest at the Carousel Bar at plazahotelcasino.com.

FIREWORKS AT STATION CASINOS

Neighborhood favorite casino resorts Durango, Red Rock and Green Valley Ranch will light up the sky with Fireworks by Grucci shows starting at 9 p.m. Admission prices for venues with views vary, so plot your course at stationcasinosblog.com/fireworks.

FIREWORKS AT LAKE LAS VEGAS

The annual Lake Las Vegas show starts at 9 p.m., a free, family-friendly event in partnership with the City of Henderson. lakelasvegas.com is the place to get more details.

FIREWORKS AT CAESARS PALACE

The center-Strip spot will launch fireworks at 9 p.m. with prime viewing on the Las Vegas Boulevard sidewalk. That’s all you need to know, but you can also check out caesars.com/caesars-palace.

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