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CommentsJuly Fourth Weekend Event Round-up
By Beth IngallsPublished: June 20, 2010
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From the peaks of Donner Summit to the sandy shores of Lake Tahoe, the July 4th weekend is jam-packed with events for every age and interest. Fun runs and art fairs share the stage with pancake breakfasts, parades, and live music. Free events abound, making the holiday an equal opportunity for all. If fireworks are your passion, then you’ll have a choice of several venues and evenings to choose from.
Use this event guide to help you move from one place to the next to enjoy the absolute best of our entire region, or simply hunker down in your favorite locale. No matter how you choose to bring out your inner patriot, Moonshine Ink wishes you a very happy and safe holiday!
Donner Summit
July 3
Donner Summit Area Association Annual Community Picnic, Donner Summit Lodge-Summit Restaurant. Info: donnersummitareaassociation.org
July 4
Chili Cook-off, Arts & Crafts Fair/ Flea Market, Serene Lakes, Lot 1. Info: Cheryl Paduano, Soda Springs
General Store, (530) 426-3080
Truckee
July 2
Robert Drake at Cottonwood Restaurant, with his Cheshire grin and Jazz guitar, on the deck. 6 p.m. Info: cottonwoodrestaurant.com
July 3
The English Beat and Keyser Soze at Truckee Regional Park, doors open at 6 p.m., all ages, $20 advance. Info: renegadeshows.com
July 4
Truckee Firecracker Mile, fun run suitable for all ages. Starts just before the parade at Tahoe Forest Hospital; ends at train depot. Info: (530) 426-3313, truckeefunrun.com
Truckee’s Fourth of July Parade, an old-fashioned, hometown event. The theme this year is “We Love Our Truckee.” Starts promptly at 10 a.m. east of Truckee High School and winds down Donner Pass Road ending in historic downtown. Parade participants are encouraged to sign up early as space is limited. Entry fee is $50, accepted through noon on Friday, June 25. Info: (530) 587-2757, truckee.com
Town Picnic & Fireworks at West End Beach, Donner Lake. Advance tickets only! Info: Truckee Donner Parks & Recreation, (530) 582-7720
Squaw Valley
July 2 through 4
Celebrate the 4th with the arts! Original paintings, photographs, ceramics, jewelry, and more by California's finest professional artists with live music each day, and the shops and restaurants of the Village at Squaw Valley to enjoy as well. Friday and Saturday from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. and Sunday until 5 p.m. Info: (530) 583-6985, pacificfinearts.com, squaw.com
Tahoe City
July 4
Fireworks in downtown Tahoe City. Enjoy the evening tradition! Info: visittahoecity.com
Kings Beach
July 2
Free summer music series kicks off with the Blue Monsters at the Kings Beach State Recreation Area, 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Info: (530) 546-9000, northtahoebusiness.org
July 3
Fireworks show and deck party at the North Tahoe Events Center. Enjoy the fireworks show and get an early start on Independence Day! To become a sponsor, contact Cheri Sprenger at (530) 546-9000. Donation buckets will be available around town so community members and visitors can contribute. Sponsors confirmed to date include: Safeway, North Tahoe Public Utility District, Tahoe Biltmore, Sierra Boat Company, Reliable Services, Red Wolf Lakeside Lodge, Rustic Cottages, Tonopalo, Lanza’s Restaurant, and Karen Kucharski. 6 to 10 p.m. Info: northtahoebusiness.org
July 4
Run to the Beach starts at North Tahoe Regional Park. 5k or 10k distance finish on the “big” beach in Kings Beach. Info: bigblueadventure.com
Crystal Bay
July 2
Free Show! Austin Blues Great Carolyn Wonderland at the Crystal Bay Casino, 10 p.m. Info: crystalbaycasino.com
Incline Village
Red, White & Tahoe Blue Extravaganza. Info: redwhiteandtahoeblue.com
July 2
10 a.m. to noon: Patriotic Chalk Drawing contest for children at Potlach
5 to 7:00 p.m.: wine and cheese at Aspen Grove
July 3
8 to 10 a.m.: Flag raising and free breakfast at main firehouse
10 to 11:30 a.m.: Community parade from Grog and Grist down Tahoe Boulevard to IVGID Recreation Center
11:30 a.m. to 3 p.m.: Community Fair and Barbecue on the Village Green sponsored by the Optimists with live music, skydivers, patriotic events, games, and crafts for all ages
3:30 to 5 p.m.: 4th Annual Rubber Ducky Race at Incline Beach
5 to 7 p.m.: Beer & Brats at Aspen Grove, $20
July 4
8 a.m. to noon: Pancake breakfast sponsored by North Tahoe Lions Club at Aspen Grove
6 to 10 p.m.: Concert
9:30 to 10 p.m.: Fireworks sponsored by Hyatt Regency Lake Tahoe. Barge provided by Poseidon Barge Corp.
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