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March 19, 2024

Where to watch fireworks in Las Vegas

2014 NYE: Strip Fireworks

Tom Donoghue / DonoghuePhotography.com

Fireworks above the Strip on Wednesday, Dec. 31, 2014, as seen from atop Trump International Tower in Las Vegas.

Las Vegas is proud of its fireworks.

Even when wind and snow threatened to put a halt to our annual New Year’s Eve show on the Strip, preparations went on and thousands turned out for the freezing spectacle.

The Fourth of July will certainly be a much warmer affair. Here are seven spots to watch the fireworks in Las Vegas and the surrounding communities.

1. The Stratosphere | 2000 Las Vegas Boulevard South, Las Vegas

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Fireworks illuminate the sky near the Stratosphere in Las Vegas.

Catch a panorama of the city and a fireworks show all at once from 1,149 feet up in the Stratosphere’s Observation Deck. Get there by 7:30 p.m. for fireworks that start shortly thereafter. Cost: $29.99

2. The Eastside Cannery | 5255 Boulder Highway, Las Vegas

One Six Sky Lounge is located on the hotel’s 16th floor and offers a fantastic view of the entire city. Doors open at 8:30 p.m. for city-wide firework viewing. Admission is free but guests must be at least 21.

3. Fremont Street Experience | Fremont Street from Main Street to 4th Street, Las Vegas

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The Fourth of July firework display on the Fremont Street Experience.

A virtual fireworks show will dominate the 1,400-foot electronic canopy at the Fremont Street Experience from 8 p.m. to 1 a.m. Friday and Saturday. If you are in for something a little futuristic, the free LED show won’t disappoint.

4. Green Valley Ranch Resort | 2300 Paseo Verde Parkway, Henderson

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Fireworks explode over the Green Valley Ranch Resort & Spas on Friday, July 4, 2014.

Watch the casino’s nine-minute show from atop the Green Valley Ranch’s parking garage starting at 9 p.m.

5. Lake Las Vegas | Henderson

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Fireworks light the night sky at the Lake Las Vegas fireworks make-up show Saturday Sept. 17.

Family-friendly Lake Las Vegas is hosting a Fourth of July celebration featuring live music, marina activities, face-painting, stilt walkers, balloon artists, games, food and beverages. Fireworks start at 9 p.m. For $20 per person you can see the show from aboard the LaContessa, a yacht. For yacht reservations contact [email protected].

6. The Divine Cafe at the Las Vegas Springs Preserve | 333 South Valley View Boulevard, Las Vegas

The second floor of the Divine Cafe offers a full view of the Strip and lots of city fireworks. Enjoy a full bar and barbecue food inside the spacious, air-conditioned cafe. Cost: $10

7. The Moapa Paiutes Tavel Plaza | 12 Lincoln Street

If you’re feeling adventurous, the Moapa Paiutes sell fireworks bigger and better than the ones you can buy in Las Vegas. About a 30 minute drive northeast of the city, the Travel Plaza has a launchpad so you can celebrate the 4th with your own fireworks. Light them up with other families in the middle of the desert playground. The Paiutes also put on their own firework show and this year they are adding live music.

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