Consider this the be-all end-all of everything that is, was and will be for your 4th of July in Minneapolis. We guarantee that if you read this comprehensive, expert-compiled list that you’ll have a day worthy of your name being etched into the history books next to the country’s most patriotically-awesome people. Click the options below for everything that is 4th of July in Minneapolis.
1. Stone Arch Bridge: This is the absolute best place to see the skies. Watching fireworks on the Stone Arch Bridge is like watching history, as the bridge is a link to the rich past of Minneapolis. You’ll be right above the Mississippi River and right below the action. Get her early, though; as this is the best spot, it fills up quick.
2. Gold Medal Park: One of the most underrated spots in downtown Minneapolis, Gold Medal Park offers a more traditional viewing experience. Throw a blanket on the grass, throw a ball around and gaze up at the fireworks while you lie down and relax.
INSIDER TIP: “Bring bug spray.” -Scott
3. Mill City Museum: Watching fireworks from the Mill City Museum Observation Deck is as close to a VIP setting as you’ll get. Only 50 people get access, and you have to pay ($35), but the view is absolutely worth the cost. As an added bonus, you get admission into the museum beforehand.
INSIDER TIP: “If you’re reading this, then you need to stop what you’re doing and order tickets NOW! These tickets go very quickly and the view is sublime.” -Kristen
4. Guthrie Endless Bridge: A more unconventional place to watch fireworks, true, but it has that same VIP feel that the Mill City Museum Observation Deck has. You’ll be off the ground and closer to the action, and you’ll have a completely unobstructed view of the fireworks.
5. Restaurant Rooftops: A lot of people don’t generally think of restaurants as prime places to watch fireworks, but we say, “Why not?!” You’re up in the air, you’ll have a great view AND there are people that will serve you food and alcohol. Check out a map of some cool places here, or read this Top 10 Patio list we compiled.
6. Lake Calhoun: Parks are great, and buildings are very cool places to get closer to the fireworks. But, if you want the most authentic 4th of July “I LOVE AMERICA” experience, Lake Calhoun is where you want to be. Grill out, play some volleyball, kayak/paddle on the lake and chill on the beach while you get a great view of the downtown fireworks.
7. Commons Park - Excelsior: If you are in the west metro enjoy the only public 4th of July fireworks event on the shores of Lake Minnetonka can expereinced at Commons Park in downtown Excelsior.
6:30am: TC Half Marathon, Historic Main Street TC Half Marathon REGISTER HERE>>>
6-10pm: Family Activities, Live Music and Food Vendors at Father Hennepin Bandshell and Mill Ruins Park
10pm: Fireworks, Minneapolis Riverfront District
Provides an exciting carnival full of a variety of rides, games, and food vendors. The carnival is held on Oak Street just north of the downtown area, and views beautiful Pleasant Lake. Fireworks (details below) are also from this area, at Pleasant Lake Beach.
Hours for our 2016 event are as follows:
Thursday, June 30th 4:00pm - 10:00pm
Friday, July 1st 12:00pm - 10:00pm
Saturday, July 2nd 12:00pm - 10:00pm
Sunday, July 3rd 12:00pm - 10:00pm
Monday, July 4th 12:00pm - 10:00pm
Boat Parade
Boat Parade is on July 3rd, beginning at 7:00pm, there is a boat parade that navigates Pleasant Lake. It finishes near the pier at City Park at the conclusion of the band concert around 8:00pm. All contestants pick a theme for their ship and entertain the spectators on the shore.
July 4th...Annandale will be celebrating its 127th annual parade.
Parade Begins at Monday, July 4, 2016, 10:00 am.
Parade line up at the Annandale High School at 9:00 am
(similar fireworks display from nearby St. Cloud) Visit HEREfor more info
Apple Valley: Freedom Days
8am: Freedom Days 2 and 5 Mile Run REGISTER HERE >>>
1pm: Freedom Days Parade
5pm-11pm: Amusement Carnival
5pm-11pm: Pre-Fireworks Party (Music, Dancing, Games)
10pm: Fireworks
Bloomington's Summer Fete happens every year on July 3 at Normandale Lake Park. The 84th Street region will kick off with the Kids' Carnival Area at 5 p.m. featuring more inflatable attractions than ever before with a few specialty attractions! The 84th Street Kids' stage, celebrating its seventh big year, will once again feature the best in family entertainment. Top off the evening with the annual Summer Fete fireworks display.
9am: Optimists 5k Run
3pm: Kiddie Parade, Face Painting
3pm-7pm: Canoeing
4pm-7pm: BMX Demonstrations, K-9 Demonstrations, Splash Pad Grand Opening
7:30pm: AM Rotary Golf Ball Drop
10pm: Fireworks
Edina: Independence Day Parade & Fireworks
From youth groups marching to seniors dancing, the Edina 4th of July Parade offers excitement for all ages. Parade begins behind Edina City Hall, 4801 W 50th St, Edina, CA, and ends at the US Bank parking lot at 50th St and Halifax Ave. Live music at Roseland Park followed by fireworks at 10pm.
Excelsior: Lake Minnetonka 4th of July Celebration
8:10 AM - Firecracker 1 mile run begins at Excelsior Elementary
8:30 AM - Firecracker 5K & 10K begins at Excelsior Elementary -- ends at Commons Park
9:00 AM - Sand Sculpture Contest
11:00 AM - Water Street Kids’ Parade and Popsicle Social
7:00 PM - The Wolverines Big Band performs
9:55 - The National Anthem performed by Kate Raddatz
Dusk - The Best Fireworks on Lake Minnetonka
INSIDER TIP: “Watch the fireworks out on Lake Minnetonka and you can see the fireworks from Excelsior , Wayzata, Mound and Lafayette Club from any direction.” -Ruth
10am-5pm: Celebrate the nation’s independence as people did in the early 1800’s – cannon salutes, patriotic speeches, theatrical presentation put on by the fort’s soldiers, military dress parade, patriotic and military fife and drum music, historic games.
* Adults $11, seniors/ college students $9, children ages 6-17 $6, children under 5 free
Lakeville: Pan-O-Prog
Monday July 4th at 7:00pm: Join us for a spectacular aerial fireworks display and entertainment including live music by the band The Git Backs, inflatables, temporary tattoos, clowns and concessions. Lawn chairs or blankets suggested to sit on the football practice field and surrounding areas.
Junk FM and Chris Hawkey will perform before the night sky lights up with a musically-choreographed fireworks show.
Fireworks at 10:00pm
INSIDER TIP: “All guests are welcome to bring lawn chairs or blankets. Coolers, picnic baskets and outside food and beverages are not permitted.” - Amanda
Richfield: 4th of July
July 2nd: Family Night
July 3rd: Carshow at 10am
July 3rd: Street Dance at 6pm
July 4th: Parade at 1pm
July 4th: Fireworks at 10pm
INSIDER TIP: “Head to Veterans Park. The best place to view the parade is by walking up by the park’s hilly areas. It is cool and shady by the trees, yet you get to enjoy the nice up-close view. Lots of people don’t know about that area so there’s a nice and cool breeze that hits you.” -Hassan
St. Louis Park: July 4th Fireworks Celebration
7-9:30pm: Performance by Stevie and the Rockers, Aquila Park
10pm: Fireworks, Aquila Park
White Bear Lake: 4th of July Fireworks, Flyover & Music at Memorial Beach
July 4th
8:00pm: Music by Shoreview Northern Lights Variety Band
8:30pm: Flyover
10:00pm: Firework display over White Bear Lake
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