The 4th of July is here, and this is what you should know

Fireworks are illegal in Washoe County, as well as the Lake Tahoe Basin. Pyramid Lake is only valid with a permit

The Grand Sierra Resort and The Nugget will be their own fireworks celebration on the 4th, and the Row will be doing theirs on the 5th

The RTC will also have a complimentary bus service to the Nugget

The Reno Aces are hosting a patriotic weekend where you can watch a fireworks show after every game. Every game starts at 6:35 pm

The City of Reno Released a Press Release stating “City of Reno administrative offices will be closed on Friday, July 4, 2025, in observance of Independence Day. 

All City of Reno recreation facilities and pools will be closed on July 4, with the exception of Traner and Idlewild Pools that will be open during their regularly scheduled hours. Please visit the City’s Parks and Recreation page for more information. 

The Reno Police Department (RPD) would like to advise the public of these phone and online reporting options: 

Visit RenoPD.com and click on ‘File a Report’ to submit an online report.

For all emergencies requiring police, fire or medical response, call 9-1-1. 

For non-emergency assistance from Dispatch, call 775-334-COPS (2677). “

The postal office won’t be doing any regular mail deliveries, only those designated as holiday premium Priority Mail Express.

The 4th of July is a bank holiday, so all bank locations will be closed. ATMs and online banking will be open, and banks will process any transactions the following day.

Many major retailers, such as Walmart and Target, and major fast food chains like McDonald’s and Starbucks, will be open. Walmart will be open; however, their pharmacies will be closed, and Costco will be closed. It’s also important to note that those that operate under an independent franchise and any local businesses will have their own schedules they will be following, so it’s best to call these places to make sure.