Richfield July 4th Fireworks, Parade, More: 2018 Guide

RICHFIELD, MN — It's almost that time of year again. Skip the traffic and stay in town for Independence Day this year with two days of Richfield's July 4th Red, White and Blue Days.

The parade begins Wednesday, July 4 at 1:15 p.m. on 70th Street starting at Harriet Avenue.

The fireworks launch on July 4 at 10 p.m. at Veterans Memorial Park (6400 Portland Avenue).

Find a full schedule of events here.

Patch's 2018 guide to July 4 fireworks in the Twin Cities.

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If you purchase your own fireworks this year, Minnesota authorities remind you that:

• If it flies or explodes, it's illegal in Minnesota. You could face fines and confiscation of illegal fireworks.
• Use fireworks in an open area away from houses and other structures.
• Don't let children run through the area. They could step on a spent firework that is still hot.
• Use fireworks responsibly, especially around children. Kids mimic your behavior.
• Use a long lighter meant for a gas grill to light fireworks and stay as far from the wick as possible.
• Do not try to re-light a dud. Ever.
• Have a bucket of water nearby; spent sparklers must go into the bucket, not dropped in the grass

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