It wouldn't be Independence Day without fireworks and Reno-Tahoe takes pyrotechnics to a whole new level. Catch fireworks shows at Rancho San Rafael Park in Reno, the Star Spangled Sparks event at John Ascuaga's Nugget in Sparks, Carson City's Cavalcade of Spectaculars at Mills Park or at any of four Lake Tahoe locations including Kings Beach, Tahoe City, Incline Village and South Lake Tahoe. For more information, call 800-FOR-RENO or visit www.VisitRenoTahoe.com

The 2nd annual Red, White and Tahoe Blue 4th of July event offers several festive attractions in honor of Independence Day 2008. Opening ceremonies including a parade, a USO show, a concert and an ice cream social and hot dog party for kids all on July 2. Then, on July 3 the celebration continues with a rubber ducky race, barbecue, Wine and Cheese at Aspen Grove, and more music and dancing. The 4th of July celebration includes with a pancake breakfast, a boat parade, and music at the beach, and ends with fireworks.

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