Monday, June 25, 2007

Independence Day Events

Looking for places to party on the 4th? Below is a list of activities for the Fourth of July celebration. Boulder City offers one of the biggest and oldest parades in the state with games, food and fireworks afterwards. Henderson (www.visithenderson.com/todo/special_events/fourthofjulycelebration) offers children's activities and three music stages (country, jazz and classical). Summerlin's parade is getting bigger and better each year and captured the Las Vegas Philharmonic for its fireworks display. North Las Vegas offers a July 3 event, at 6 p.m. at Seastrand Park ( 6330 Camino Eldorado). Tommy Rocker performs in a free concert at Lake Las Vegas. Catch you under the stars!

58th Annual Boulder City Damboree

Theme: "Let Freedom Ring," is the theme for Boulder City's 58th Annual Damboree Celebration.

Festivities begin on Tuesday, July 4, 2006, with the traditional 7 a.m. Rotary Pancake Breakfast in Bicentennial Park. The parade down Nevada Way begins at 9 a.m. and travels to Central Park at Fifth Street and Avenue B.

At 9:05 a.m. there will be a Flyover provided by Nellis Air Force Base

At 11 a.m. the Damboree Ceremonies take place with the flag raising, national anthem, greetings by dignitaries and the presentation of parade trophies.

Entertainment in Central Park begins at 11:30 a.m.

At 12:30 p.m. Dedication of the Robert Broadbent Memorial Park

At 2 p.m. games, contests and the traditional coin toss at the swimming pool, which takes place at 4 p.m.

From 6 p.m. until 11 p.m., the Damboree Celebration continues at Veterans' Memorial Park.

At 7 p.m. the entertainment begins and at 9 p.m. the Fireworks Show takes place. After the fireworks, there will be more entertainment until 11 p.m.



City of Las Vegas Offers Independence Day Fun Early and July 4

The city of Las Vegas Department of Leisure Services offers opportunities to enjoy preparing for and celebrating the Independence Day holiday with crafts and fun activities that are part of a healthy, active lifestyle. Plan now to get together with friends and family to enjoy some of these free and low-cost opportunities.

(All activities are subject to change.)

Star-Spangled Fourth of July Celebration (all ages)
Saturday, June 30, 10 a.m. to noon
$2 per child or $5 per family
Lied Community School, 5340 W. Tropical Parkway, (702) 229-5072.
Bring the family for a barbecue, face painting, carnival games, contests and crafts. Advance registration is not required.

Free Yankee Doodle Dash (ages 50+)
Tuesday, July 3, 8 a.m.
East Las Vegas Community/Senior Center, 250 North Eastern Avenue, (702) 229-1515.
Bring friends and family for a one-mile fun walk. First 75 participants receive a T-shirt. Call to pre-register.

Red, White & Boom Breakfast (ages 50+)
Tuesday, July 3, 9 a.m.
Fee: $2
East Las Vegas Community/Senior Center, 250 North Eastern Avenue, (702) 229-1515.
Celebrate Independence Day with pancakes, eggs, bacon, strawberries, blueberries, juice and coffee. Pre-registration is required.

Red, White & Pool (all ages)
Tuesday, July 3, noon to 4 p.m.
Fee: $3
Pavilion Center Pool, 101 S. Pavilion Center (702) 229-1488.
Enjoy games, food, music and fun as you celebrate Independence Day.

Yankee Doodle at the Pool (all ages)
Tuesday, July 3, 1 to 4 p.m.
Fee: $1 (ages 4-17), $2 (ages 18-49), $1.50 (ages 50+), free (ages 0-3).
Baker Pool, 1100 E. St. Louis, (702) (702) 229-1532.
Carlos L. Martinez and Darrio J. Hall Family Pool at Freedom Park, 889 N. Pecos Road, 229-1755.
Doolittle Pool, 1950 J Street, (702) 229-6398.
Garside Pool, 300 S. Torrey Pines Drive, (702) 229-6393.
Municipal Pool, 431 E. Bonanza Road, (702) 229-6309.
Compete against the lifeguards in different games and activities for prizes.

Fourth of July Picnic Fun Workshop (ages 4-12)
Tuesday, July 3, 5:30 to 6:30 p.m.
Fee: $12
Becker Community School, 9110 Hillpointe Road, in Hills Park; (702) 229-2482.
Make a Fourth of July picnic basket and flag cookies to enjoy on a picnic in the park. Advance registration is required.

Star-Spangled Spectacular by the Las Vegas Philharmonic (all ages)
Wednesday, July 4, 7:30 p.m. (gates open 4 p.m.)
Tickets: $25 adults; $20 children under age 12; $100 covered pavilion seating that
includes dinner. Purchase tickets at UNLV Box Office or call 895-ARTS (2787).
Hills Park Amphitheater, Hillpointe Road west of Rampart Boulevard
Popular annual concert features patriotic music followed by a fireworks display by Zambelli International. Picnics are welcome or purchase food and beverages from vendors.

http://www.visithenderson.com/todo/special_events/fourthofjulycelebration/

Summerlin's Patriotic Parade

Now in its 14th year, Summerlin’s Patriotic Parade began as a small hometown parade for community residents that featured kids on decorated bikes and home-spun floats. Today, the parade is the Las Vegas Valley’s largest Independence Day parade enjoyed by 30,000 southern Nevadans. It features more than 60 entries – including high school marching bands, community groups, floats, community mascots, children’s characters, entertainers and elected officials.

Summerlin Patriotic Parade
July 4, 2007
9 a.m.
Hills Center Drive – near Trails Village Center
INFORMATION: 702-341-5500

Star Spangled Spectacular

Star Spangled Spectacular is an outdoor evening concert featuring the Las Vegas Philharmonic performing a medley of patriotic tunes. The grand finale is of one of the valley’s largest fireworks displays. The Howard Hughes Corporation and Summerlin sponsor this annual concert that draws thousands to The Hills Park.

Star Spangled Spectacular
Las Vegas Philharmonic
July 4: Gates open at 4:30; concert begins at 8 p.m.
The Hills Park – 9100 Hillpointe Drive
General admission lawn seating:
Adults: $25.00 - Advance; $30.00 - Door
Children (Ages 6-12): $20.00 - Advance; $25.00 - Door
Children 5 and under free
INFORMATION AND TICKETS: 702-895-ARTS

Lake Las Vegas Festivities

Tommy Rocker performs on the floating stage from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m. Admission is free and shops and restaurants will be open, or bring a blanket and sit on the greens. MonteLago Village Resort is offering great packages starting at just $139.00 for a studio. Included is a great Jimmy Buffett-styled basket in your room! Call 1-866-564-4799 to reserve.

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