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2021 Minnesota 4th of July fireworks guide

With events and stores reopening at different paces, it can be hard to tell what is going on and what’s still on hold. You can add Fourth of July fireworks displays to that list. 

Many cities and towns rely on sponsors and donations to put on their displays, which can cost a significant amount of money. Some cities were not able to secure those funds for 2021, and some are still searching for the right sponsors.

If you know of an upcoming show that’s not listed, please let me know by filling out the contact form at the bottom of this page.

And please comment below with the fireworks shows you believe are the best in Minnesota!

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Albert Lea

It looks like they are happening, but there’s no website with information for 2021


Alexandria

Sunday, July 4, 2021
Sundown
Lake Darling

Tune to 100.7 FM for patriotic music


Annandale

Sunday, July 4, 2021
Dusk (around 10:00 pm)
Annandale Municipal Park
300 Oak Avenue N, Annandale 55302

Part of the Annandale 4th of July Celebration, which runs July 1 – 4


Anoka

Saturday, July 3, 2021
10:00 pm
Castle Field
600 Castle Field Boulevard, Anoka 55303


Apple Valley

Sunday, July 4, 2021
10:00 pm
Johnny Cake Ridge Park East
5800 140th Street W, Apple Valley 55124

Part of Apple Valley’s Freedom Days, which runs June 30 – July 4


Baudette

Sunday, July 4, 2021
10:15 pm
Baudette Bay

Best viewed from Willie Walleye Park


Bemidji

Sunday, July 4, 2021
Dusk
Lake Bemidji

Part of Bemidji’s Water Carnival, which runs July 1 – 5


Blaine

Sunday, July 4, 2021
10:00 pm
National Sports Center

Shot off between 105th on the south and 109th Avenues on the north, just east of Davenport. Click here for a map


Bloomington

Saturday, July 3, 2021
Dusk (shortly after 10:00 pm)
Hyland Lake Ski Jump
8800 Chalet Road, Bloomington 55438

Part of Bloomington’s Summer Fete, held on July 3


Brainerd

Sunday, July 4, 2021
10:15 pm
Don Adamson Football Field at Brainerd High School
702 S 5th Street, Brainerd 56401

Bleachers of football field are open for viewing

Tune to B93.3 for patriotic music before and during the display


Brainerd Lakes

Sunday, July 4, 2021

Shows are scheduled to take place over Bay Lake & Gull Lake


Cannon Falls

Sunday, July 4, 2021
Dusk
Cannon Valley Fair
800 N Ninth Street, Cannon Falls 55009

Part of the Cannon Valley Fair, which runs July 1 – 4

Admission to the Cannon Valley Fair is free on July 4


Chanhassen

Sunday, July 4, 2021
10:00 pm
Lake Ann Park
1456 W 78th Street, Chanhassen 55317

Part of Chanhassen’s 4th of July Celebration, which runs July 2 – 4


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Chaska

Sunday, July 4, 2021
10:00 pm
Lake Jonathan

Best places to watch are McKnight Park or Chaska Commons

Thanks Kelley for the tip!


Coon Rapids

Sunday, July 4, 2021
10:00 pm
Coon Rapids Ice Center
11000 Crooked Lake Boulevard, Coon Rapids 55433

Part of Coon Rapids’ 4th of July Celebration, which runs July 3 – 4


Cottage Grove

Sunday, July 4, 2021
Dusk
Kingston Park
9195 75th Street S, Cottage Grove 55016

Festivities start at 5:00 pm

Thanks Sara Kraft for the tip!


Crosby

Sunday, July 4, 2021
Dusk
Serpent Lake

I’m told they are shot off from the north end of the lake

Part of a full day’s worth of 4th of July activities in Crosby


Crosslake

Saturday, July 3, 2021
10:00 pm
Sand Island on Crosslake

Fireworks are launched on the south end of Crosslake

Tune in to the Skeeter 101.5 FM to hear patriotic music simulcast to fireworks display

Donations are appreciated. Click here for information


Deerwood

Sunday, July 4, 2021
10:00 pm
Ruttger’s Bay Lake Resort
25039 Tame Fish Lake Road, Deerwood 56444

You can view the show from Bay Lake


Delano

Sunday, July 4, 2021
10:30 pm
559 N River Street, Delano 55328

Includes performances by Kat Perkins, semifinalist on The Voice

Runs 27 minutes

Part of Delano’s 4th of July Celebration, which runs July 1 – 4


Duluth

Sunday, July 4, 2021
10:10 pm
Bayfront Festival Park
350 Harbor Drive, Duluth 55802

Part of Duluth’s Fourth Fest, which takes place July 4


Eagan

Sunday, July 4, 2021
10:00 pm
Eagan Central Park
1501 Central Parkway, Eagan 55121

Part of Eagan’s FunFest, which runs July 3 – 4


Eden Prairie

Sunday, July 4, 2021
10:00 pm
Round Lake Park
16691 Valley View Road, Eden Prairie 55346

Part of Eden Prairie’s 4th of July Hometown Celebration, which runs July 2 – 4


Elk River

Saturday, July 3, 2021
Dusk (10:00 pm)
Between Salk Middle School and VandenBerge Middle School

Part of Elk RiverFest, which takes place July 3

Thanks Amanda Nyberg for the tip!


Excelsior

Sunday, July 4, 2021
9:45 pm
Downtown Excelsior over Lake Minnetonka (send me a comment if you have tips on where to view!)

Part of Excelsior-Lake Minnetonka Chamber of Commerce 4th of July Celebration, which is held July 4


Forest Lake

Sunday, July 4, 2021
10:00 pm
Lakeside Memorial Park
95 E Broadway Avenue, Forest Lake 55025

Part of Forest Lake’s Fourth of July Celebration, which runs July 1 – 4


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Hastings

Friday, July 2, 2021
10:00 pm
Hastings Golf Club
2015 Westview Drive, Hastings 55033

Event moved from July 4th due to pyrotechnic crew staff shortage


Hudson, WI

Saturday, July 3, 2021
Dusk
Lakefront Park
505 First Street, Hudson, WI 54016

Part of Hudson’s Booster Days, which runs July 1 – 4


Lakeville

Sunday, July 4, 2021
10:00 pm
King Park
18350 Dodd Boulevard, Lakeville 55044

Kicks off Lakeville’s Pan-O-Prog Festival, which runs July 4 – 11


Longville

Sunday, July 4, 2021
Dusk
Patrick’s Fine Dining
200 Patrick’s Place, Longville 56655

Fireworks shot off over Girl Lake


Mankato

Sunday, July 4, 2021
10:00 pm
Riverfront Park
309 W Rock Street, Mankato 56001

Fireworks are synced to music which broadcasts on Hot 96.7, Minnesota 93 and 94.1 KXLP Classic Rock

Part of Mankato’s Red, Hot, Boom event which takes place July 4


Maplewood

I’ve been told they’re happening, but do not see information for 2021


McGregor

Sunday, July 4, 2021
10:15 pm
Big Sandy Lake (set off between Goffs and Webster’s Bay)

Tune in to KKIN 94.3 FM to hear music simulcast to fireworks display


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Northfield

Saturday, July 3, 2021
10:00 pm
Northfield Middle School
2200 Division Street S, Northfield 55057


Onamia

Saturday, July 3, 2021

I’ve been told they’re happening, but do not see information for 2021


Owatonna

Sunday, July 4, 2021
10:00 pm
Steele County Fairgrounds

Thanks Lilia Spitzack for the tip!


Pequot Lakes

Saturday, July 3, 2021
10:10 pm
Best viewing spots: Trailside Parks, Pequot Lakes School and TDS parking lot

Part of Pequot Lakes’ Stars and Stripes Days, which runs July 3 – 4


Princeton

Sunday, July 4, 2021
10:00 pm
Mille Lacs County Fairgrounds
1400 N 3rd Street, Princeton 55371

Part of A Patriotic Stampede, a full day of celebrations on July 4th at the Mille Lacs County Fairgrounds

Thanks Pat Gustafson for the tip!


Prior Lake

Sunday, July 4, 2021
Following John Fogerty concert
Mystic Lake Casino
2400 Mystic Lake Boulevard NW, Prior Lake 55372

Tickets to the outdoor concert start at $49

There is no designated area to view fireworks if you do not have tickets to the show


Red Wing

Sunday, July 4, 2021
10:00 pm
Memorial Park
315 W Fourth Street, Red Wing 55066

Click here to help them reach their fundraising goal with a donation

Thanks Bill Hanisch for the tip!


Saint Cloud

Sunday, July 4, 2021
10:00 pm
Hester Park and Wilson Park (either side of the Mississippi River)

Click here for a map with the best viewing locations. You can also watch from your boat on the Mississippi 

Thanks Brad Kothman for the tip!


Saint Louis Park

Sunday, July 4, 2021
10:00 pm
Aquila Park
3110 Xylon Avenue S, St. Louis Park 55426

Includes food trucks and live entertainment which begin at 7:00 pm


Saint Paul

Friday, July 2 – Sunday, July 4, 2021
After St. Paul Saints games
CHS Field

The City of Saint Paul is not planning a show, citing cost. However, the Saints will have fireworks after their games Friday, Saturday and Sunday


Spicer

Sunday, July 4, 2021
Dusk
Location undetermined (comment below if you have information)

Part of Spicer’s 4th of July Celebration, which runs July 2 – 4


Stewartville

Sunday, July 4, 2021
Dusk
Bear Cave Park

Part of Stewartville’s Summerfest, which runs June 27 – July 4

Thanks Shawn Lavelle for the tip!


Welch

Saturday, July 3, 2021
Dusk
Treasure Island Resort and Casino
5734 Sturgeon Lake Road, Welch 55089

Open to all ages

Part of the Island Block Party, which includes an Elton John Tribute concert

Gates open at 5:00 pm


White Bear Lake

Sunday, July 4, 2021
Dusk (10:00 pm)
Let me know if you have suggestions for the best viewing locations!

Part of White Bear Lake’s Manitou Days, which runs July 1 – 11


Woodbury

Sunday, July 4, 2021
10:00 pm
HealthEast Sports Center
4125 Radio Drive, Woodbury 55129

Event will include food trucks, but no music like past years


Cities and towns not having 4th of July fireworks shows in 2021

Minneapolis

St. Paul (not planned by the city; see above for fireworks show happening at CHS Field)

Edina (they are still holding a festival)

Roseville (they are still holding a festival)

Stillwater (they are still holding a festival)


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