Kings Beach to celebrate Independence Day early

On July 3 (always the day before Independence Day) the Kings Beach skies will shine with a fireworks display and a beach party in honor of the birthday of the United States of America and the adoption of the Declaration of Independence.

New for 2013, a fun Beach Party starting at 2pm on the North Tahoe Event Center deck includes a DJ, live music, dunk tank, food, beer garden, vendors, watermelon eating, sand castle building and patriotic costume contests and more. Beach party proceeds are a fundraiser for the fireworks.

At approximately 9:30pm the skies light up with a dazzling fireworks display, free to the public. Bring a beach chair or blanket to view the fireworks.

Attendees are encouraged to walk, bike or take public transportation to the event.

For public transportation options, go online.

The beach is at 8318 North Lake Blvd., Kings Beach.

For more information, call (530) 546.9000.