Back in August, 2007 we did a story on the Downtown Las Vegas embedded historical sidewalk medallions/markers. Some of the medallions/markers, installed in the sidewalks of Fremont Street,  touted wrong historical facts.  We called it Bad History and pointed out Las Vegas history was not a John Ford film where legend supersedes fact, especially in the creation of the embedded medallions.markers that were installed by the City of Las Vegas.

With the number of historians and historical resources available all around the Valley, the writer on the City sponsored project didn't have to resort to Google to get their historical facts. After much press not only by us but others and grandstanding by the Mayor and other officials, the bad history medallions.markers were corrected and replaced.

So, imagine our surprise, seven years later to discover that Wrong History is still being published, this time not in sidewalk medallions/markers but in the book written especially for the 150th anniversary of the State of Nevada.

Read more of this article at ClassicLasVegasBlog.com

The Las Vegas Centennial Commission has thrown some major support behind the Huntridge Revival! Late this afternoon the commission voted to support the group.

More details at ClassicLasVegasBlog.com

We are introducing a new feature on our updated blog called Lost Vegas where we talk about the history of places that are no longer part of Las Vegas but remain part of our shared history.

We will offer images from private collections, history, old timer's memories and we hope you will share your memories with us as well!

It's all at ClassicLasVegasBlog.com

We kick off this feature with an in-depth look at the fabled, Green Shack restaurant,  a favorite of many, best known for its fried chicken (and in the early days), its bootleg whiskey.

Join us at our updated blog, ClassicLasVegasBlog.com for more history and images!

We have a new article up on the latest preservation efforts surrounding the venable Huntridge Theater, including an article by Las Vegas Sun reporter, Joe Schoenmann, on the rebranding of the building.

Read about it here: ClassicLasVegasBlog.com

It's back!  One of the most comprehensive guides on the web to the Fireworks and 4th of July Holiday  celebrations in Las Vegas!

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Here are some of the listings we have put together for the holiday weekend.  Bookmark us or subscribe to our RSS feed as this list will grow and be updated as the Strip hotels make their plans known.

If you are traveling to Las Vegas, be sure to check out our new section on Special Hotel and Show Discounts.

Wednesday, July 3rd:

Annual Night of Fire at the Bullring at

Las Vegas Motor Speedway features

Fireworks, SMRA Supermodifieds

 The Bullring, Las Vegas Motor Speedway’s NASCAR-sanctioned 3/8-mile asphalt oval, will kick off the Independence Day holiday weekend on Tuesday, July 3rd, with its annual Night of Fire. The night of family fun features fireworks and NASCAR Whelen All-American Series stock car racing, a jet car and SMRA Supermodifieds.

Spectator gates will open at 5 p.m. with racing at 7 p.m. Fireworks are tentatively scheduled for 9:30 p.m.
Stock car racing classes include: SMRA Supermodifieds (50 laps), MetroPCS Super Late Models (76 laps), Chargers, Outlaw Enduro Bombers (76 laps), twin Legends Cars features, Bandoleros.

Advanced Spectator admission:
Adults: $15.
Senior citizens and military personnel with ID: $15.
Children (6-12): $8.

Day of Pricing:

Adults: $20

Senior citizens and military personnel with ID: $15.

Children (6-12): $8.

The Bullring's concession stand offers a family-friendly dollar menu, including $1 hot dogs, $1 soda and $1 beer. For more information, please call the LVMS ticket office at (702) 644-4444 or visit www.LVMS.com.

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North Las Vegas 12th Annual Independence Day Jubilee

July 3rd

Includes Fireworks

The City of North Las Vegas in its 13th Annual Independence Day Jubilee from 6 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. on Wednesday, July 3rd, at Seastrand Park, 6330 Camino Eldorado.

Parking access is restricted to Revere Street & Centennial Parkway
(Gates open at 5:00 pm)

FEATURING

Against the Grain

Kings of Rock, tribute to RUN DMC

Serpentine Fire, tribute to Earth, Wind and Fire
(presented by Cannery Casino Resorts)

Also featuring a spectacular fireworks display, Kids Corner,
Teen Zone, Carnival Midway, food and ice cold beer.

ADMISSION IS $4 PER PERSON
Pre-sale wristbands available June 1st - June 29th
(5) Wristbands for $15.00
(can only be purchased in increments of five)
Monday - Thursday 9:00 am - 5:00 pm

At the following locations:
City Hall Utilities Counter
2250 Las Vegas Blvd. N.
North Las Vegas, NV 89030

          Neighborhood Recreation Center               
          1638 N. Bruce Street                               
          North Las Vegas, NV 89030

 Silver Mesa Recreation Center

4025 Allen Lane

North Las Vegas, NV 89032

  Municipal Golf Course
   324 E. Brooks Avenue
   North Las Vegas, NV 89030

***Lost wristbands will not be replaced and/or refunded***

 The Independence Day Jubilee Schedule of Events

        5:00 p.m. Gates open to the public
          6:00 p.m. MC Opening Remarks
          6:15 p.m. Honor Guard to the stage, Presentation of the Colors
          6:20 p.m. National Anthem
          6:25 p.m. Sponsor Recognition
          6:30 p.m. Intermission
          6:50 p.m. Against the Grain performs...
          7:55 p.m. Dignitary Recognition
          8:05 p.m. Kings of Rock performs...
          8:15 p.m. Serpentine Fire performs...
          9:15 p.m. Fireworks Display
          9:30 p.m. The event closes

The following items are prohibited:

FIREARMS or WEAPONS
PERSONAL FIREWORKS
OUTSIDE ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGES
PETS (Service Pets permitted)
TENTS, CANOPIES, UMBRELLAS or TABLES
HIGH BACK CHAIRS or CHAIRS w/UMBRELLAS
UNAUTHORIZED SOLICITATION & VENDING
UNAUTHORIZED RECORDING OF PERFORMANCES
BARBECUE GRILLS
BIKES or SKATEBOARDS
GLASS BOTTLES

For more information please call (702) 633-2650

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 July 3rd

Las Vegas 51's Baseball Game

and Fireworks

 
When: July 3rd,after the game
Where:Cashman Field
Admission: $14
More info: 702-326-7200

The 51s host the Tucson Padres, Triple-A affiliate of the San Diego Padres, at Cashman Field. The 51s will help celebrate Independence Day with the traditional post-game "Fireworks Extravaganza!" All seats are priced at $14.00 for this special event!

Five flat screen televisions will be given away to selected fans throughout the game!

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 FREMONT STREET EXPERIENCE

July 3rd - 5th

Summer of the '70s Celebration continues

Faux Fireworks Display on the FSE Canopy

 The evening of the 4^th of July will also showcase a brilliant virtual fireworks show on the Viva Vision canopy.

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65th Annual Boulder City Damboree

When: July 4th
Where: Boulder City
Schedule: Pancake Breakfast - Bicentennial Park - 7am
Parade - Nevada Way - 9am
Damboree Ceremonies and Midway Booths - Broadbent Park- 11am

Fireworks Display - 9:00 pm

Fireworks Festivities - Veteran's Memorial Park - 6pm
Visit the Boulder Dam Damboree online

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July 4th:

Summerlin July 4th Parade

The annual Summerlin Patriotic Parade returns July 4th,  from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m.

The parade begins at the corner of Hillpointe Road and Hills Center Drive in The Trails Village of Summerlin.

Participants travel south toward the Village Center Circle roundabout before heading west on Trailwood Drive.

It usually attracts more than 25,000 people. The event is free

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Knickerbocker Park

Providence Master Planned Community

6:00-9:00 pm

For a spectacular fireworks show and views of Las Vegas, celebrate July 4th at Knickerbocker Park. Sponsored by the Providence Master Planned Community, Pyrotecnico and the Providence Master Homeowners Association, the event features a band, contests, food vendors, park activities beginning at 6pm with fireworks at 9:15pm. Bring a picnic. Also bring new or gently used books for Spread the Word Nevada. The park’s design and NW LV site provide a great vantage point overlooking the city.

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Downtown Henderson Fourth of July fireworks & celebration

When: 6-9 p.m. July 4

Where: 

Mission Hills Park
551 E. Mission Dr.
6 p.m. to 9 p.m.
COMPLIMENTARY ADMISSION

More Info: 702-267-2171

Celebrate Independence Day in Henderson with great live entertainment and the time-honored traditional fireworks display! Pack your favorite blanket and come out and enjoy a night of family fun and concessions. Local high school clubs and groups will be selling hot dogs, hamburgers, sno-cones and ice-cream, with all proceeds benefiting the school. Spend your July 4th holiday with us!

Entertainment Schedule - Battle of the Bands - 3 on 3 Basketball Tournament - Volleyball Tournament - Shuttle Service - Rules & Regulations - Proud Sponsors

ENTERTAINMENT SCHEDULE

BATTLE OF THE BANDS COMPETITION

Nine bands. One Competition. One Winner. The Battle of the Bands returns this year and we are searching for high school talent! Gather your band and rock out in front of a crowd of thousands for your chance at winning a $1,000 Gift Card. Please download the official application and return before Monday, June 17. If you have any questions, please contact us at 267-2171.

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CAESAR'S PALACE ANNOUNCES FIREWORKS SHOW

Thursday, July 4th

Caesars Palace announced today that it will have a fireworks show on Thursday, July 4th.  Show is scheduled to begin at 9:00 pm.

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                                 Stations Casinos

                                                   July 4th

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Each Station Casino property listed above will play host to a different local radio station on July 4th.

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                    Las Vegas Philharmonic celebrates

July 4th with Fireworks!

FOURTH WITH THE PHIL!

Bring the family down to Symphony Park for an afternoon of food, fun and fireworks!

The Las Vegas Philharmonic will perform in Reynolds Hall at 7:30PM.

Watch a special fireworks display from the lobby or in Symphony Park at 9:30PM

The Smith Center: July 4, 2013

Venue: Reynolds Hall

Show Time: 4pm - 10pm

Cost: Adults $10; Children 12 and under $5

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 Lake Las Vegas

July 5th-6th

Lake Las Vegas will be hosting a Classic Car Show on Friday, July 5th and Saturday, July 6th. Classic cars will be on display at MonteLago Village on Friday July 5 from 4 to 10 p.m., and again on Saturday July 6 from 4 to 10 p.m. The event on Friday July 5 will include food vendors and music from the '70s and '80s provided by a DJ. On Saturday July 6 there will also be food vendors along with live jazz entertainment provided by the Tommy Thompson Project. The weekend car show will be capped off by a Fireworks display at 9 p.m. on July 6. The fireworks spectacular will take place on the lake with viewing areas from multiple vantage points.

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PRIMM VALLEY

Thursday, JULY 4TH

Primm Valley Casino Resorts will celebrate with a fireworks display over the desert in Primm.

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ROCKETS OVER THE RIVER

Laughlin, NV

9:30 pm

Free

For the 23rd year, this extraordinary fireworks display is one of the most spectacular and exciting in the West.  Just after dusk on Thursday, July 4 and Saturday, July 6, a multitude of rockets will be shot into the dark desert sky.  This magnificent and dazzling display will be reflected off the swift flowing Colorado River as fabulous patriotic music is simulcast by Laughlin hotels and local radio stations (KFLG, LUCKY98, The Knack, KAAA/KZZZ, KSTAR).  Don't miss this breathtaking event!