Map of July 4 Events and Celebrations

A list of Fourth of July events in and around the Twin Cities:


When: Wednesday, July 4, fireworks start at 10 p.m. Military jet flyover
Where: Lowell Park in Stillwater
Why Go: Stillwater has always been known for its Fourth of July celebrations and the city is saying this year will be the most impressive fireworks show the city has put on to date.
Price: Free


When: Events begin at 6 p.m. with local musicians, followed by the Inside Out Band at 7 p.m. Fireworks begin at about 10 p.m.
Where:
Why go: Enjoy a night out in Woodbury with your neighbors.
Price: Free (concessions and glow necklaces will be sold)

Delano Parade
When: 10:30 a.m.
Where: Delano
Why Go: Delano’s 4th of July parade is the oldest and largest in the entire state of Minnesota.
Price: Free

Fireworks and Boating
When: 7 to 11 p.m.
Where: Al & Alma's
Why Go: Boat around Lake Minnetonka and float under the firework display in Echo Bay.
Price: $15-45 per passenger

Delano’s Giant Firework Display
When: Saturday, July 2 at 9 p.m.
Where: Central Park, Delano
Why Go: During the show, the city will launch its largest rocket (16” in diameter) to date.
Price: Free
 
Eagan Funfest
When and Where? Fireworks start at 10 p.m.
Why Go?  The spectacular fireworks display is the largest in the area and concludes a three-day celebration of exciting carnival rides, live concert entertainment, family-friendly events, food and more. The fireworks and other Funfest-related events take place at Eagan’s Central Park.
Price: Admission and parking are free. You can purchase early-bird discounted carnival tickets online atwww.eaganfunfest.org.
 
Cottage Grove
When and Where? Celebrations begin at 6 p.m., but the fireworks don't start until 10 p.m. at Kingston Park, 9195 75th Street South.
Why Go?  Hosted by the Cottage Grove Lions Club, the festivities will start with a family-style picnic, games, and plenty of food including Cold Stone ice cream, candy, hot dogs, brats, and beverages. Fireworks will go off around 10 p.m. For more info, call Pat at 651-208-5144.
Price: Free

Edina
When and Where? "Broad Stripes and Bright Starsl" Parade at 10 a.m. will march from City Hall, down 50th Street to Halifax Ave., Concert performance by the First Memorial John Philip Sousa Memorial Band in Rosland Park ( 4300 W. 66th St.) at 8:45 p.m., with fireworks to follow.
Price: Free


When: July 4th
Where: Aquila Park (3110 Xylon Ave S, St. Louis Park)
Details: Fireworks at Aquila Park is a St. Louis Park tradition! Concessions, vendors, and a special performance by Stevie and the Table Rockers (rock-n-roll music) will be at the park 7 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Fireworks begin at approximately 10 p.m. Although leashed dogs are allowed in our parks, we strongly discourage them from attending due to their hearing sensitivity.

Richfield
When: through July 5
Where: Veterans Memorial Park, unless otherwise specified
Price: Free, unless othewise specified
Details:
Tuesday, July 3 

Carnival, and events from 4-11 p.m.

• Carnival open from 4-11 p.m.
• Car show from 1-5 p.m.
• Street Dance from 6-11 p.m. featuring The Rockin' Hollywoods.

Wednesday, July 4

Carnival, and Display events from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.

• Carnival open from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.
• Parade begins at 1 p.m. at 70th Street and Nicollet Avenue, ending at 66th Street and 11th Avenue.
• Music in the Park from 7 p.m. to 11 p.m. featuring Kidsdance.
• Fireworks at 10 p.m.

Southwest Minneapolis:

The Neighborhood Celebration: Tangletown's July 4th Parade & Picnic

Head on down to  for the Tangletown neighborhood's regular July 4th parade and festival. The parade kicks off at Washburn High School at 10:00 a.m. and march down to the park, where live music, games, face painting, inflatable slide, brats/hot dogs/roasted corn/sno-cones and more await. The fun lasts until 1:30 p.m.

The Neighborhood Fireworks: Powderhorn Park

Downtown Minneapolis may have Red White and Boom, but Powderhorn is a strong rival for "Best Fireworks In Minneapolis." As soon as Tangletown's event wraps up, scoot on over to Powderhorn Park on the other side of Interstate 35-W for an afternoon and evening of live music and picnicking. Musically travel the world—or the neighborhood, in multiethnic Powderhorn's case—watching everything from Aztec dancing, west African drumming, and electric blues. Want to take a break for the afternoon? Check out Theatre Pro Rata's sequin-jacketed play about the 44 United States presidents at 7:30. Come back at 9:00 p.m. for fire spinning or at 10:00 p.m. for fireworks!

The Big Show: Red White And Boom!

Head downtown for the fireworks event that headlines the city's Independence Day celebrations. July 3, the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board is hosting a 5k race at 6:30 p.m. and a 9:00 p.m. showing of the "Captain America" movie on Nicollet Island. On July 4, live music and family events will take place along Main Street on the far side of the river. Fireworks begin at 10:00 p.m., which as always can be seen from the Stone Arch Bridge.

The Big Dose Of History: Fort Snelling

Tired of all those contemporary celebrations? Find out what the 4th was like on what used to be the edge of the United States. Historic Fort Snelling opens the day with a parade at 10:00 a.m., a battle reenactment at noon, a game of rounders (proto-baseball) at 3:00 p.m. and many more events lasting until 5:00 p.m. While you're going in that direction, you can check out the first copies of the Constitution and Bill of Rights ever made on display at the Minnesota History Center and the center's upcoming exhibit on the Dakota War of 1862.