Parades
With more than 8 parades marching down C Street each year, you could say this small town knows how to have a good time. C Street is lined with historic buildings, wooden board sidewalks, boutique shops and that old-fashioned small-town cheer. What better place for a parade.
To participate in any Virginia City parade, complete the form and submit it as instructed within two days prior to the parade. All parades start at the Fourth Ward School, unless noted.
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04jul12:00 pm1:30 pm4th of July Parade
Time
(Monday) 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm
Location
C Street
Event Details
Our 4th of July Parade on the Comstock is about as patriotic as you can get. Virginia City’s 4th of July is pure Americana with a jovial atmosphere all day
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Our 4th of July Parade on the Comstock is about as patriotic as you can get. Virginia City’s 4th of July is pure Americana with a jovial atmosphere all day and night. The streets are decked in red, white and blue. The parade is full of candy-throwing, classic cars and car clubs, first responders, military, veteran organizations and more.
Click here to submit a Parade Entry Form.
Stay for the rest of the festivities including a free concert takes place before the fireworks with David John & the Comstock Cowboys. When it comes to the main show, you’re guaranteed to feel the boom of the fireworks in your bones as they shoot into the night sky over towering above the small mountain town.
4th of July on the Comstock activities include:
12 p.m. – 4th of July Parade
6 p.m. – David John & the Comstock Cowboys Free Second Amendment Concert at the Bucket of Blood parking lot
Dusk – Fireworks Spectacular
Throughout the weekend, the V&T Railroad will be running its steam trains.
Our 4th of July fireworks are made possible by contributions from our community and visitors. To donate, click here and on the Payment Type dropdown, select “4th of July Donations.”
Photo and/or video may be produced from this event, and by attending you are consenting to allow your likeness to be used in future Virginia City marketing materials.
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Our 4th of July fireworks are made possible by contributions from our community and visitors. To donate, click here and on the Payment Type dropdown, select “4th of July Donations.”
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Complete the Parade Form Here05sep12:00 pm1:00 pmLabor Day Parade
Time
(Monday) 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm
Location
C Street
Event Details
Celebrate the American labor movement and all the achievements of workers in our country during our annual Labor Day Parade. Virginia City is proud to honor and celebrate the men and
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Celebrate the American labor movement and all the achievements of workers in our country during our annual Labor Day Parade.
Virginia City is proud to honor and celebrate the men and women who have made our country what it is today.
Complete the parade entry form below.
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Download Parade Form31oct5:00 pm6:00 pmHauntober Parade
Time
(Monday) 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Event Details
Come march the streets of Virginia City in your best Halloween garb and be prepared to scare. The Virginia City Hauntober Parade is October 31. Check-in begins at 4 p.m.
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Come march the streets of Virginia City in your best Halloween garb and be prepared to scare. The Virginia City Hauntober Parade is October 31. Check-in begins at 4 p.m. at the VC Jerky Company for the 5 p.m. start.
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Download Parade Form11nov11:00 am12:00 pmVeterans Day Parade
Time
(Friday) 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Location
C Street
Event Details
Here in Virginia City, we are proud to honor America's veterans. Join us for our annual Veterans Day Parade taking place on November 11, 2021, at 11 a.m.
Event Details
Here in Virginia City, we are proud to honor America’s veterans. Join us for our annual Veterans Day Parade taking place on November 11, 2021, at 11 a.m. on C Street.
To participate, please complete the online event form. Click here.
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Download Parade Form03dec5:00 pm7:00 pmParade of Lights & Magical Christmas Fireworks Show
Time
(Saturday) 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Location
C Street
Event Details
The Parade of Lights & Magical Christmas Fireworks Show make Christmas on the Comstock shine. Parade of Lights Dec. 3 and Dec. 10 at 5 PM See the spirit of Christmas travel through
Event Details
The Parade of Lights & Magical Christmas Fireworks Show make Christmas on the Comstock shine.
Parade of Lights
Dec. 3 and Dec. 10 at 5 PM
See the spirit of Christmas travel through our historic town as Christmas cheer lights up the streets with our annual Parade of Lights, Saturday, Dec. 11 at 5 p.m. Everyone is welcome to participate! Bring the entire family and join in the fun. Sip some hot cocoa and enjoy sweet treats from our local shops as you take in the warmth of the Christmas spirit.
Parade of Lights lineup starts at 4:30 p.m. at Fourth Ward School. No registration is needed – simply light up your vehicle, add some music and join in the festivities!
Participants are encouraged to cruise back and forth through the town until fireworks start at 6 p.m. If you are a walking group, you’ll be at the front of the line so vehicles can cruise C Street.
Complete the parade entry form below.
Magical Christmas Fireworks Show
Dec. 3 and Dec. 10 at 6 PM
Nothing says holiday magic like fireworks during the holidays. And Virginia City’s Magical Christmas Fireworks Show is just that – Christmas magic. It’s just that extra sparkle needed to make your family truly believe that the spirit of Christmas is alive. Join us for this special holiday firework show taking place after the Parade of Lights.
View the complete calendar of events here.
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Download Parade Form10dec5:00 pm7:00 pmParade of Lights & Magical Christmas Fireworks Show
Time
(Saturday) 5:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Location
C Street
Event Details
The Parade of Lights & Magical Christmas Fireworks Show make Christmas on the Comstock shine. Parade of Lights Dec. 3 and Dec. 10 at 5 PM See the spirit of Christmas travel through
Event Details
The Parade of Lights & Magical Christmas Fireworks Show make Christmas on the Comstock shine.
Parade of Lights
Dec. 3 and Dec. 10 at 5 PM
See the spirit of Christmas travel through our historic town as Christmas cheer lights up the streets with our annual Parade of Lights, Saturday, Dec. 11 at 5 p.m. Everyone is welcome to participate! Bring the entire family and join in the fun. Sip some hot cocoa and enjoy sweet treats from our local shops as you take in the warmth of the Christmas spirit.
Parade of Lights lineup starts at 4:30 p.m. at Fourth Ward School. No registration is needed – simply light up your vehicle, add some music and join in the festivities!
Participants are encouraged to cruise back and forth through the town until fireworks start at 6 p.m. If you are a walking group, you’ll be at the front of the line so vehicles can cruise C Street.
Complete the parade entry form below.
Magical Christmas Fireworks Show
Dec. 3 and Dec. 10 at 6 PM
Nothing says holiday magic like fireworks during the holidays. And Virginia City’s Magical Christmas Fireworks Show is just that – Christmas magic. It’s just that extra sparkle needed to make your family truly believe that the spirit of Christmas is alive. Join us for this special holiday firework show taking place after the Parade of Lights.
View the complete calendar of events here.
