Good morning Carson City, it is Saturday, July 4, 2026, a celebration of the 250th anniversary adoption of the Declaration of Independence. Go here for a listing of events and activities lined up throughout the weekend around Carson City and northern Nevada.
Among today’s activities in the capital city is Freedom Cruise America 250, which invites participants to decorate their vehicles in patriotic red, white, and blue and join a community cruise celebrating America’s 250th anniversary.
The car procession begins around 11 a.m. at the Arlington Square Parking Lot, 507 N. Carson St., and travels to Carson Tahoe Regional Medical Center for a flag-raising ceremony. Participants will compete for cash prizes, including $1,000 for first place, $500 for second place, and $250 for third place, awarded to the most festive and creative entries. Registration is $75 per motorcycle, $125 for one vehicle, or $250 for two vehicles. Registration remains open at nevadaday.com/4th-of-july-car-procession.
Later, there’s the Fourth of July Soapbox Derby beginning at 2 p.m. on Saturday at the Fandango Galaxy Movie Theater parking lot in Carson City.
Meanwhile, we can expect sunny skies, temperatures in the low 90s with a slight chance of showers after 2 p.m.
TODAY’S EVENTS
Events for July 4, 2026
Virginia City celebrates Independence Day and America 250 with a full day of festivities
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Walk About William Street
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Carson Farmers Market! Every Saturday
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CONNECTIONS at Schat’s Bakery Every Saturday
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Star Spangled Steam Up
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City of Reno 4th of July Parade
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Save Our Children Rally – Every Saturday 10am to 2pm
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Saturday STEAM at the Carson City Library Every Saturday
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Chess Club at the Carson City Library on Saturday’s
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NAA Gallery Spirit of America 250 Show
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Paintings from the 1970’s on the Comstock – JoAnne Johnson Beck
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New Sewing Classes at the Carson City Community Center
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Red, White and Flight | FREE Artown Event on July 4th at Mackay Stadium, Reno NV
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4th of July 2026 – Dinner & Fireworks Spectacular – a Fundraiser for RSVP
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Polecat Tavern’s Outdoor Summer Concerts Series – Saturdays – June 6th thru August 29th at 7pm
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Experienced performs at Polecat Tavern for 4th of July Concert
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