Staff Report
STATELINE, Nev. The annual fireworks display in South Lake Tahoe that is watched in person by tens of thousands has been canceled due to public safety concerns around peak visitation during the ongoing pandemic.
The Tahoe Douglas Visitors Authority said in a press release on Wednesday that it made the final decision to cancel the 2021 Fourth of July “Lights on the Lake” fireworks display following months of careful discussion and consultation with area partners.
The annual display draws tens of thousands of visitors to area beaches and interest is already strong for lodging this year with the holiday falling on a weekend, officials said.
South Lake Tahoe cancels 4th of July fireworks show due to COVID-19 pandemic
Tahoe Douglas Visitors Authority announced they are canceling its Lights on the Lake event on the side of caution knowing it attracts thousands of visitors. Author: KXTV Staff Updated: 11:17 PM PDT May 19, 2021
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, Calif. The South Lake Tahoe Fourth of July Lights on the Lake fireworks show has been canceled for 2021 due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
According to a news release from the Tahoe Douglas Visitors Authority, the decision was made to cancel the firework display after months of focusing on public safety concerns knowing the event brings thousands of visitors.
Tahoe 4th of July fireworks canceled again this year over COVID concerns
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The Tahoe Douglas Visitors Authority has canceled its annual Fourth of July Lights on the Lake fireworks display this year due to coronavirus safety concerns.Courtesy Brad Scott Visuals / Lake Tahoe Visitors Authority
The annual Fourth of July fireworks display in South Lake Tahoe have been canceled this year again due to coronavirus safety concerns, officials said.
The Tahoe Douglas Visitors Authority on Wednesday announced they will cancel its 2021 “Lights on the Lake” firework display because of COVID-19 public safety concerns.
“Although (COVID) restrictions have been lifted, we feel that this past year of uncertainty has taught us that caution and preparedness is paramount to keeping our residents and visitors safe,” Tahoe Douglas Visitors Authority president and CEO Carol Chaplin said in a statement.
Submitted by paula on Wed, 04/28/2021 - 8:11am
Truckee and North Lake Tahoe regional officials have made the difficult decision to cancel the annual July 3 fireworks at Kings Beach, and the Fourth of July fireworks shows in Donner Lake, Truckee and Tahoe City. Canceled events include the Fourth of July parade, which encompasses the Firecracker Mile in Historic Downtown Truckee, and any other events that take place through July 4 in Truckee and North Lake Tahoe.
In March, the Incline Village Crystal Bay Visitor Bureau (IVCBVB) announced they were canceling its 4th of July fireworks display for the second consecutive year due to ongoing pandemic concerns and heightened summer visitation concerns. The Nevada Rural Counties Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) said they are going ahead with plans for their annual Fourth of July carnival and fireworks show held annually at Mills Park in Carson City.
Submitted by paula on Wed, 04/28/2021 - 8:11am
Truckee and North Lake Tahoe regional officials have made the difficult decision to cancel the annual July 3 fireworks at Kings Beach, and the Fourth of July fireworks shows in Donner Lake, Truckee and Tahoe City. Canceled events include the Fourth of July parade, which encompasses the Firecracker Mile in Historic Downtown Truckee, and any other events that take place through July 4 in Truckee and North Lake Tahoe.
In March, the Incline Village Crystal Bay Visitor Bureau (IVCBVB) announced they were canceling its 4th of July fireworks display for the second consecutive year due to ongoing pandemic concerns and heightened summer visitation concerns. The Nevada Rural Counties Retired and Senior Volunteer Program (RSVP) said they are going ahead with plans for their annual Fourth of July carnival and fireworks show held annually at Mills Park in Carson City.