4th of July Parade & Celebration.

NEVADA CITY, Calif  -  A colorful parade through historic downtown Nevada City and the Sierra foothills’ largest aerial fireworks display top the 2010 Fourth of July celebration in Nevada County. The classic hometown parade begins at 2 p.m. on Sunday, July 4th, in downtown Nevada City. More than 100 entries and several thousand spectators are expected. The festive parade begins at the top of Broad Street and moves through the center of the downtown historic district. Parade-goers are advised to bring lawn chairs and arrive early to find a good vantage point. For more information visit the Chamber website.

Following the parade is a traditional family celebration under the pines at the Nevada County Fairgrounds in Grass Valley.  Live music and entertainment, food and refreshments are offered.  The aerial fireworks spectacular blasts off at around 9:30 p.m.

Fairgrounds gates open at 3 p.m. and entertainment begins at 4 p.m. No alcohol, glass, pets, barbecues or personal fireworks may be brought onto the grounds. Prices this year are to be determined.

For information on the activities, call  (530) 273-4667, (800) 65-4667, (530) 265-2592 or (800) 655-6569.  Online information may be found at www.nevadacitychamber.com.  or www.grassvalleychamber.com.