Mammoth Lakes' 4th of July Celebrations

June 04, 2025

If you’re headed to Mammoth Lakes this Fourth of July, make these town traditions part of your holiday celebrations.

Independence Day is one of the most popular times during the summer months for visiting Mammoth Lakes. With exciting activities and peak summer weather, it’s no wonder these mountains are the place to be over the holiday.

Check out the Mammoth Lakes 4th of July map to see where all the holiday fun is happening in town.

Things to Do on Fourth of July in Mammoth Lakes

Chow Down on Pancakes

Kick off the day with a hearty breakfast at the annual Lions Club Pancake Breakfast. The breakfast runs from 7 - 11am and includes orange juice, coffee, sausage and unlimited pancakes. Adults are $15. Kids 12 and under are $10. Please bring cash for payment. Note: Later in the morning this event location can get very sunny, be sure to wear sunscreen and bring a hat.

Run the Annual Footloose Freedom Mile

Join in a one-mile fun run through town. Registration begins at 8:30am at Mammoth Creek Park right by the Community Recreation Center (where public bathrooms will be available). The race starts at 10:30am at the Snowcreek Resort driving range and follows the parade route down Old Mammoth Road to Footloose Sports on the corner of Old Mammoth Road and Main Street. Sign up in advance to save on registration.

A runner breaks through the red finish line ribbon during the Footloose Freedom Mile race.

Shop for Local Art

Throughout the weekend, local and regional artists display their work at Mammoth Lakes Arts on the 4th in the parking lot of Footloose Sports. More than 50 local artists showcase items such as handcrafted jewelry, log furniture, handmade clothing, photography, stained glass, pottery, home and garden metalwork, paintings, homemade bath products and more. While you shop, enjoy beer, cocktails and food. The art festival runs throughout the holiday weekend and is the largest fundraiser for Mammoth Lakes Recreation.

Watch the Fourth of July Parade

The festivities continue at the annual 4th of July parade through town. Set up chairs along Old Mammoth Road or Main Street to view the parade, which includes music, entertainment and floats sponsored by local businesses and organizations. Walking, biking or taking public transportation are the best ways to get to the parade, as parking along the parade route is limited. The parade kicks off at 11am and runs through 12:30pm. For an elevated experience, look no further than the 4th of July VIP party. Enjoy a shaded, premiere parade viewing party with beer, soft drinks and a 4th of July style lunch provided. Cocktails will also be available for purchase. The party will be hosted at Outbound Mammoth and begins at 10:30am (half an hour before parade start time) and ends at 1:30pm. $40 Per Person • $25 for children 12 and under; Free for children 5 and under.

Five people wave from a float during the 4th of July Parade. The float has three mountains, trees, bikes, and a MMCF sign

Enjoy Pops in the Park

After the parade, head to Shady Rest Park for a free performance by the Eastern Sierra Pops Orchestra & Eastern Sierra Community Chorus from 2 - 3pm. Enjoy favorite patriotic, movie and Broadway tunes in this beautiful setting among the trees. Please note that parking at Shady Rest Park is limited and walking is suggested.

Festivities in The Village at Mammoth

Head to The Village at Mammoth on Thursday, July 3 for activities. Bring your chihuahuas down to the village and register for the chihuahua races in the Plaza - races take place at 4pm. Finish out the day with live music on The Village Plaza stage followed by fireworks.

See the Fireworks at Crowley Lake

Independence Day wouldn’t be complete without a fireworks show. The event takes place at Crowley Lake to minimize fire risk. Head down to Crowley Lake early to listen to some live music 6 - 8pm, the fireworks show begins at 9:15pm. Admission is $30 per car, RV or truck. Or you can walk or bike to the event for $5 per person (children 12 & under are free). The 20-minute show features over 700 fireworks and is the perfect way to wrap up the holiday. To listen in to the soundtrack to the 4th of July Crowley Lake Firework Show, tune in to KMMT at 106.5 or 104.9 FM on your radio or visit MammothFM.com to listen in via the online stream.

4th of July fireworks fill the night sky and reflect off of Crowley Lake in Mammoth Lakes, CA

More Fourth of July Events Throughout the Weekend

Mammoth Mountain Sunset Party

On July 5, starting at 5:30pm, enjoy a unique summer experience at the summit of Mammoth Mountain for a sunset party. Ride the Panorama Gondola to the summit at dusk to watch the sun set over the Minarets. Your ticket includes a round-trip Scenic Gondola Ride to 11,053 feet. Soak up the breathtaking views and enjoy live music. A limited amount of food and beverage is available for purchase at the Summit.

GiddyUp Country Music Concert

The Village at Mammoth and Gomez Tequileria are excited to celebrate the 6th annual GiddyUp Country Music on July 4th-5th. Each summer they showcase emerging country music artists at The Village Plaza in Mammoth Lakes. Mild daytime temperatures and cool evenings are perfect for enjoying this venue and the amazing talent. Bring your chair, canteen and boots!

Explore the Mammoth Lakes Basin via Trolley

The Mammoth Lakes Basin is open to vehicle and pedestrian traffic for the season, conveniently located only five minutes from downtown Mammoth Lakes. The recommended and best way to access the Mammoth Lakes Basin is by taking the free Orange Line trolley, complete with a bike-friendly trailer, into the basin from the Village at Mammoth. The Eastern Sierra Transit Authority (ESTA) Lakes Basin Trolley offers transportation to numerous trailheads in the Mammoth Lakes Basin. View stops for various trailheads here. For those interested in burning some calories, a paved bike path leads uphill from the junction of Minaret and Main Streets and into the heart of the Lakes Basin.

If driving, follow Main Street until it becomes Lake Mary Road. Proceed west and uphill to the variety of public parking areas or National Forest campgrounds. Please note that parking fills up quickly.

Please remember that on busy weekends it's more important than ever to take care of the places you love to recreate. Learn more about how to #KeepMammothUnreal while you are here.

A red and green trolly drives by a lake with mountains in the distance. The snow on the mountains is melting

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