Enjoy the 4th of July celebrations around Lake Tahoe

It was July 4, 1776 when we first celebrated independence, and now 242 years later, we continue to do so. Lake Tahoe is one of those special place to enjoy the holiday and here are a few things offered:

8:00 a.m. - Kiva Beach Community Yoga

10:00 a.m. - City of South Lake Tahoe 4th of July Parade. 4th of July Parade through South Lake Tahoe with floats, marching band, cars and walking/biking groups. The parade will be staged on Ski Run Boulevard and head West on Highway 50 to Al Tahoe Boulevard where the parade will lead up Al Tahoe Blvd. and conclude again at Bijou Community Park with a community barbecue and music by Niall McGuiness and Jesse Kalin Carson. All proceeds from the BBQ go to support the SLT American Legion.

All Day - The fireworks celebration in Incline Village is on, and festivities will happen all over town. The fireworks themselves will happen at Incline Beach at about 9:30 p.m. Starts with the annual Pancake Breakfast at 8:00 a.m., USAF Para Rescue Training Mission Demonstration 2018 @ Incline Beach at 1:00 p.m., Veterans Tribute On the Beach 2018 @ Incline Beach noon to 2:00 p.m., Rubber Duck Races 2018 @ Village Green from 3:30 p.m. to 4:30 p.m., Sikorsky MH-60G/HH-60G Pave Hawk Landing & Static Display 2018 @ Village Green from 1:45 p.m. to 4:00 p.m., Fireworks Extravaganza 2018 @ Incline Beach at 9:30 p.m. For maps and more info:http://redwhitetahoeblue.com/calendar/

All Day - Edgewood Tahoe. he experience of celebrating America's Independence Day at Lake Tahoe is unlike anything else. Daytime is full of fun in the sun and water, and the evening brings delicious food, drinks, and the acclaimed Lights of the Lake fireworks show. Public tickets are now on sale for the Clubhouse Event, Lawn Event, and Bistro Event. More info: http://www.edgewoodtahoe.com/4th-of-july

5:00 p.m. - The Landing - elebrate Independence Day at The Landing. “Lights on the Lake Fireworks” display is one of the country's top Fourth of July weekend Celebrations. RoofTop Opens 5pm – 10pm, (entry only with wrist bands which can be purchased at the Front Desk). Fireworks 9:. More info: https://tahoesouth.com/events/4th-of-july-celebration-at-the-landing-resort-lake-tahoe/

6:00 p.m. - Rooftop Party at Hard Rock.Enjoy a Buffet, Music and front view Firework all on the roof! More info: Enjoy a Buffet, Music and front view Firework all on the roof.

6:30 p.m. - M.S. Dixie II 4th July Fireworks Dinner Dance Cruise. Dinner, dancing. live entertainment and fantastic views of the evening’s display. Shuttle service encouraged. More info: https://tahoesouth.com/events/m-s-dixie-ii-4th-july-fireworks-dinner-cruise/.

7:30 p.m. - Harvey's garage rooftop. A rip-roaring rooftop party that is open to the public. The spacious top floor of Harvey's parking garage will be “Fun Central” this Independence Day with lots of family activities, food and beverages are available and, of course, an unimpeded view of the spectacular “Lights on the Lake” fireworks display over Lake Tahoe. Kids can spend the pre-fireworks time enjoying bounce houses, expert face painting, and other activities. Live music will be played all evening leading up to the big show in the sky beginning at 9:45 p.m. More info: https://tahoesouth.com/events/4th-july-rooftop-party-harveys-lake-tahoe/.

At dusk - Tahoe City Fireworks from Commons Beach. It's been a tradition for 73 years, and this year is no exception. Fireworks in Tahoe City are kid-friendly. More info: http://www.visittahoecity.org/event/tahoe-city-4th-july-fireworks-show/

9:45 p.m. - The American Pyrotechnics Association rates South Shore’s spectacular Fourth of July fireworks celebration one of the top five displays in the nation. The show is scheduled to begin at 9:45 PM. The fireworks are visible from all over town. Below are some of the sweet spots to get a front row seat. Tune your radio to KRLT-FM 93.9 or KOWL-AM 1490 for a synchronized music broadcast that will get your patriotic emotions flowing. More info: https://tahoesouth.com/events/lights-on-the-lake-fireworks/.