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LIGHTING UP LAS VEGAS
COME FOR THE CARS, STAY FOR THE FIREWORKS!
There’s sure to be fireworks aplenty when the bidding spots on the Strip are the Dayclubs offering spectacular
heats up on the Barrett-Jackson block during the 2022 pools, adult libations and plenty of VIP pampering.
Las Vegas Auction, June 30 through July 2 in the West Check out the Wet Republic Ultra Pool at MGM Grand,
Hall of the Las Vegas Convention Center. And what Liquid Pool Lounge at the Aria, Marquee Club at the
better way to wrap up the excitement than by extending Cosmopolitan or the Encore Beach Club at the Encore/
your stay and celebrating Independence Day in the Wynn for some sizzling July 4th celebrations.
Entertainment Capital of the World? Because nothing’s more patriotic than a parade,
When it comes to lights in the sky, Las Vegas has the consider visiting nearby Summerlin the morning of July
market cornered year-round with its famous neon lights. 4. After a two-year hiatus, the town’s Patriotic Parade is
But on the 4th of July, the city adds even more nighttime returning in star-spangled style, complete with dazzling
brilliance when it pulls out all the stops, offering several floats, larger-than-life balloons (including a 30-foot
spectacular fireworks displays, poolside parties and family football-shaped entry from the Las Vegas Raiders),
fun as a salute to America’s independence. dynamic performances and, of course, tributes to our
U.S. military heroes.
On the Las Vegas Strip, fireworks show involving
multiple hotels will kick off Independance Day. Check Foodies, take note: If July 4th just isn’t the same to you
with indivdual hotels for times. without a little down-home barbecue, be sure to plan a
Downtown Las Vegas will also be celebrating big. The meal at one of the great BBQ joints in Vegas, like Rollin
Plaza Hotel will be offering its annual display at 7:30 Barbecue and Tavern (with several locations throughout
p.m. with Main Street shutting down for pedestrians to the city), Project BBQ (the Fremont Street Experiences’
use. The fireworks will be staged from several locations only permanent food truck), Virgil’s Real BBQ in The
within the complex for an unforgettable spectacle that LINQ Promenade or Gilley’s BBQ at Treasure Island.
will be visible for miles. If you’re looking for something completely different,
consider getting a bird’s-eye view of the magic in Las
A bit further afield, more huge fireworks displays will be
held at Red Rock Resort in Summerlin and Green Valley Vegas on the 4th of July by booking a helicopter tour and
Ranch Resort in Henderson. Also in Henderson, Lake Las watch the entire city light up with fireworks below you!
Vegas will once again present their annual Independence With collector cars as the stars this Independence Day
Day bash with plenty of family fun and fireworks. weekend, make July 4th an unforgettable celebration
Want to make a big splash? Consider combining poolside with Barrett-Jackson!
fun with fireworks viewing! Some of the hottest party
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