Mammoth Lakes' Fourth of July Celebrations

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

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 - 11 am and includes orange juice, coffee, sausage and unlimited pancakes. Adults are $12 and kids 12 and under are $8. Tip: Bring a hat if you attend later in the morning as the lot where the breakfast takes place can get very sunny. You can bring your old glasses to the pancake breakfast for donation to Lions Club International.

Run the Annual Footloose Freedom Mile

Join in a one-mile fun run through town. Registration begins at 8am, and the race starts at 10:30 am 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 for to save on registration.

Shop for Local Art

Throughout the weekend, local and regional artists display their work at the Mono Arts Council's Arts on the 4th art show in the parking lot of Footloose Sports. More than 70 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 and cocktails, live music and food. The art festival runs throughout the holiday weekend and is the largest fundraiser for the Mono Arts Council all year long.

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 before the show begins at 9:15 pm. Admission is $25 per car, RV or truck. Or you can walk or bike to the event for $5 per person. 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

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. 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 11 am and runs through 1 pm.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 Sierra Nevada Resort 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 2 and under.

Enjoy Pops in the Park

After the parade, head to Shady Rest Park for a performance by a 40-45 piece orchestra. The event starts at 2 p.m. and runs for about an hour. Chamber Music Unbound will be showcasing all your favorite tunes in this beautiful setting among the trees. As a special treat for 2023, the Eastern Sierra Community Choir will join the band for a set of songs. Please note that parking at the park is extremely limited. Walking is highly suggested.

Highest Fireworks Show in the Country

On July 2nd, join in on a unique summer experience at the summit of Mammoth Mountain. Hop on the Panorama Gondola for a scenic ride up to McCoy Station where a patriotic party awaits or watch from the Adventure Center, Mountainside Bar & Grill or the sundeck at Tusks bar. Groove with Woolly and enjoy a colorful, booming display of fireworks launched from 11,053'. This has only happened one other time in Mammoth history so you won't want to miss it.

Festivities in The Village at Mammoth

Head to The Village at Mammoth on Monday, July 3 for activities. Starting at 11 am with ducky races in the pond, you can purchase ducks day of and take your chance to win some cool prizes - Proceeds benefit the Mammoth High School Cheer Team. Bring your chihuahua's down at 2 pm to register for the chihuahua races in the Plaza - races take place at 3 pm. Finish out the day with Jelly Bread on the Village plaza stage at 8 pm and Fireworks at 9 pm.

More Fourth of July Events Throughout the Weekend

Eastern Sierra Symphony

Kick off your Fourth of July weekend celebrations by joining us for the joyful return of the Eastern Sierra Symphony to Mammoth Lakes. The orchestra will perform two free shows, Friday, June 30 and Saturday, July 1 at 7:30 pm at its "home" venue, St. Joseph's Church at 58 Ranch Road. The Friday recital will showcase the youth artists of the orchestra, while Saturday will include the full orchestra. You can find more information on these performances and other opportunities to experience Eastern Sierra Symphony at their website.

Explore the Mammoth Lakes Basin via Trolley

While the Lakes Basin is still filled with snow, Eastern Sierra Transit Authority will be running a trolley into the area for visitors to view the results of our unreal Winter. Beginning Friday, June 30, ESTA will run 2 routes for the Lakes Basin Trolley.

Route 1: From the Village to Twin Lakes out and back. Route will run from the usual stop in The Village by the Westin stairs to the parking lot/bus shelter at Twin Lakes.
Route 2: Route will run from just inside the gate into the Lakes Basin. Left at Pokonobe and around Lake Mary loop road returning to the gate.

Please be aware that there will be limited bike capacity - no bike trailers at this time. Additional information can be found a ESTransit.com.

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 caring for Mammoth Lakes while you're here.