Minneapolis 4th of July Guide

Wondering what’s happening this holiday weekend in Minneapolis? Explore all your 4th of July options in one place!


Events Outside of Minneapolis
Red, White & Blue Party

July 1, 2023
Uptown Ties & Daisy's Uptown
2:00pm

Join us on 4th of July weekend for our Red, White & Blue Twin Bar Party!

The event is simple! Wear red, white & blue colors and come party it up at both Ties and Daisys for 4th of July weekend! Did we mention our buildings are connected and you can bar hop without having to leave your drink or go outside!? Free RSVP Now!

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Funk Of July

July 1, 2023
James Ballentine "Uptown" VFW - Post 246
9:00pm-2:00pm

Kick off July with a funky dance party brought to you by Chosen By The Funk. DJs MamaSauce, Neil Fox, and Bobby Kahn will be heating up the dance floor with a heaping helping of funk, house and disco.

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Taste of MN

July 2-3, 2023
12:00pm-8:00pm
Downtown Minneapolis

From the traditional to the trendsetting, Minnesota features an incredible mix of dishes, communities, and experiences just waiting for you to discover them. And now, Taste of Minnesota is back to help you connect to the neighbors and flavors that make our home a destination for food lovers all over the world.

Featuring what’s next in eats, beats, and more, Taste is your ticket to a one-of-a-kind event that uncovers what’s delicious, what’s exciting, and what deserves your attention from across the entire state.

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Patriotic Laser Light Show

July 3, 2023
Boom Island
10:00pm

The Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board invites everyone to celebrate American Independence Day with a patriotic laser light show at Boom Island Park. This
spectacular laser display is set to music with the beautiful backdrop of the Mississippi River and Downtown skyline. This family-friendly event is free and open to all! Food trucks start serving at 8 pm, laser light show 10-10:25 pm. Laser show can only be seen if you are in Boom Island Park (will not be visible along river shoreline outside of park) example: Laser light show will not be projected high into the sky and visible from a distance; laser show will be projected at approximately tree height or slightly above. Patrons will need to be in the park in order to enjoy the program.

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Freedom & Free Beer

July 4, 2023
11:00am-10:00pm
Inbound BrewCo

Freedom tastes best with a free beer.This Independence Day, when you buy a pint in the taproom, you'll receive 1 FREE wooden nickel with your first beer purchase (limited to first purchase only, wooden nickel redeemable any time, good for 1 free beverage - up to a $7 value).
**THE CATCH**
You must be dressed in some form of red, white, and blue. It can be an Old Navy flag shirt, blue pants and a red top, your full American flag suit, or anything else your heart desires. Hell, we'll give you two tokens if can prove you've got American flag underwear on!

Tacos Los 4 Carnales MN will be out front feeding your bellies from 12-8p. Kid Dakota will be delivering the toe tapping tunes on the Inbound stage from 2-5p

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2023 Events and Fireworks Near Minneapolis

  • Coon Rapids 4th of July Celebration 2023
  • 4th of July Fireworks
    • ValleyFair, Shakopee
    • Fireworks from 9:45pm-10:00pm
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  • Light It Up Maplewood 2023
    • North Hazelwood Park, Maplewood
    • 4:00pm-10:00pm
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  • Rock and Rockets 2023
    • Mystic Lake Casino and Hotel, Prior Lake
    • 5:00pm-10:30pm
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Enjoy the Long Holiday Weekend With These Activities: