Twin Cities Metro July 4 Fireworks, Parades, And More: 2018 Guide

TWIN CITIES, MN — It's time to decide which parades and firework shows you'll attend to celebrate July 4. As in other years, there will be plenty of fireworks displays around the Minneapolis-Saint Paul metro area to choose from.

Patch has compiled a list of holiday celebrations to help make this your best Independence Day ever.

We'll keep adding to our list right up to the time you light your grill so bookmark this page and keep checking back.

Here is a roundup of fireworks displays and other events by location:

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This year's show will start at 10 p.m. on Wednesday, July 4. The fireworks are shot from Water Power Park.

The Tangletown parade kicks off at 10 a.m. on Pleasant Avenue and 49th street.

Top places to watch the fireworks include:

• Stone Arch Bridge
• Gold Medal Park
• Mill City Museum
• Guthrie Endless Bridge
• Hennepin Avenue Bridge

Other Red, White and Boom! July 4 events:

TC Half Marathon, Relay, and 5K: 6:30 a.m.

Live music at Father Hennepin Bluff Park: 6 p.m - 10 p.m.

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.

Bloomington

The fireworks are launched from Chalet Road.

Fireworks begin at 10 p.m.

Find a full schedule of events here.

St. Louis Park Fireworks At Aquila Park

Aquila Park will again host the July 4th fireworks in 2018. Food and a performance will be held at the park (3110 Xylon Ave. S.) from 7 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.

Fireworks begin at 10 p.m. Leashed dogs are allowed, but organizers strongly discourage them from attending due to hearing sensitivity.

The fireworks at Aquila Park are free and open to the public.

Edina

The First John Philip Sousa Memorial Band will perform July 4 during the 10 p.m. fireworks.

Excelsior 4th of July Celebration

What: Contests, Activities, Fireworks, Concessions, Petting Zoo

Where: Excelsior Commons Park

When: July 4, 2018 / 9:00 a.m.-10:00 p.m.

Delano 4th of July Celebration

What: Games, Tournaments, Live Music, Entertainment, Fireworks

Where: 559 North River Street

When: June 29-July 14, 2018

Eden Prairie

What: Pickleball Tournament, 5K, Canoeing, Contests, Live Music, Concessions, Fireworks

Where: Round Lake Park

When: July 3-4, 2018

This Hometown Celebration is an Independence Day event that you can't miss. Starting on July 3rd at 3:00 p.m., endless events are scheduled all day long, for two days! There will be may games, contests, activities, food, and so much more (of course concluding with a fireworks display).

Apple Valley Freedom Days

Check out the schedule for some of the main attractions this year:

• Carnival: Open daily, June 29 - July 4
• Music in the Park at Johnny Cake Ridge Park: July 1 from 6 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
• Parade: Starts at 1 p.m. July 4 on Pennlock lane and Fireside Drive
• Fireworks: Start at 10 p.m. July 4 at Johnny Cake Ridge Park East

View the full schedule of events here.

Eagan FunFest

All events take place on the Eagan Community Center festival grounds (1501 Central Parkway). Check out the schedule for some of the main attractions this year:

• Carnival: 12 p.m. - midnight July 3 and 4
• Bike Parade: 4 p.m. July 3
• Parade: 10 a.m. July 4
• Fireworks: 10 p.m. July 4.

For more information, visit the Funfest website.

Lakeville Pan-O-Prog

What: Fireworks, Live Music, Inflatables, Concessions

Where: Lakeville North High School

When: July 4, 2018 / 4:30 p.m.-10:30 p.m.

Northfield

Northfield's July 4 firework display will be launched from the kickball diamond at Northfield Middle School (2200 Division St S). It will be safe to watch the fireworks from the grassy areas as well as Bridgewater Elementary and Taylor Park.

Valley Fair 4th of July Barbecue

What: BBQ, Photo Booth, Fireworks on the Fourth

Where: Picnic Point

When: July 2-4, 2018 / 12:00 p.m.- 7:00 p.m.

Shakopee's Celebrate Red, White & Blue

What: Half Off Park Admission

Where: SandVenture Aquatic Park

When: July 4, 2018 / 11:00 a.m.- 4:00 p.m.

Enjoy free admission to SandVenture Aquatic Park this Independence Day. The park will be open from 11-4, giving you time to prepare for fireworks festivities afterward.

Canterbury Park's Fireworks Spectacular

What: Horse Racing, Pony Rides, Face Painting, Fireworks

Where: Canterbury Park

When: July 3, 2018 / 4:00 p.m.- 11:00 p.m.

Another fireworks option is at Canterbury Park. Bring some friends and family to the track this Independence Day! There will be horse races beginning at 4:00 p.m., and when the races end the fireworks take place. Don't miss the activities and races this July 4th.

Woodbury

Check out the Woodbury July 4th, 2018 schedule:

FlashMob! will perform hits from the 1970's through today: 7 p.m. - 10 p.m

Food: 6 p.m. to 10 p.m.

KidZone: 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.

Fireworks: 10 p.m.

Stillwater

The firework display will begin around 10 p.m. and will be musically choreographed and simulcasted on WDGY FM Radio. Bands will preform before the fireworks in Lowell Park and Pioneer Park, which are ideal viewing locations.

Remember that several downtown city parking lots (No. 2, 4, 5 and 9) near Lowell Park will be closed July 3 and 4.

Parking

If you are planning to visit the Stillwater area for Fourth of July festivities and fireworks, parking will be available in both Wisconsin and Minnesota. You will be able to park, if space is available, at the newly completed park and ride lot south of Wisconsin Highway 35 and at the Main Trailhead lot across from the Houlton Elementary School.

Parking also will be available in Wisconsin along specific Town of St. Joseph roadways to then access the Loop Trail to the new St. Croix Crossing bridge.

There will be no facilities (restroom, water, etc.) available in Wisconsin, so plan accordingly. In Minnesota, a limited amount of parking is also available at the new Minnesota Upper Loop Trail parking lot on the east side of Highway 95 just south of downtown Stillwater.

And since the Stillwater Lift Bridge is currently being rehabilitated, there is no access to the Lift Bridge from either Wisconsin or Minnesota. There also is no access to the St. Croix River from Wisconsin since the old Wisconsin Highway 64 and old Co. Rd. E are both closed to the public.

Roseville Rosefest 2018

What: Live Music, Food Vendors, Carnival Activities, Inflatables

Where: Roseville's Central Park

When: July 4, 2018 / 1:00 p.m.-10:00 p.m.

Blaine

Blaine's 4th of July fireworks show will again be hosted at the National Sports Center. The fireworks display will begin at 10 p.m.

Anoka

Fireworks: Tuesday, July 3 at 10 p.m.

View from Castle Field at 600 Castle Field Blvd.

Find a full schedule of events here.

Coon Rapids

Boulevard Plaza: 2880 Coon Rapids Boulevard Coon Rapids, MN 55433

• Firecracker 5k, 10k and Kids Sparkler Dash
• Carnival games and rides
• Parade, music, bingo, car show, pull tabs, and more
• Fireworks at 10 p.m.

Saint Paul

There will be no city-sponsored July 4 fireworks in Saint Paul this year. Mayor Melvin Carter said he decided he can't "in good conscience support spending tax dollars on a fireworks display."

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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