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4th of July Fireworks in Southeast Minnesota [2022 GUIDE]
Where to Watch Fireworks in SE Minnesota in 2022
It's time to gather again and celebrate our independence with amazing 2022 Fireworks displays in Rochester, Austin, Albert Lea, Blooming Prairie, Owatonna, Faribault, Harmony, Mankato, Mazeppa, Red Wing, Stewartville, St. Charles, and more!
We've compiled a list of places to view incredible 2022 4th of July firework shows and Independence Day celebrations around Southeast Minnesota. Scroll down to get all the details of each event listed in alphabetical order and in the interactive map below. Also, check out our Ultimate 2022 Summer Events Guide for Southeast Minnesota
If you know of a July 4th fireworks celebration in Southern Minnesota that is not included on this list, please let us know by sending us an email here and we'll get it added to the list and map.
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Albert Lea Parade and Fireworks
The 4th of July celebration in Albert Lea kicks off with the 3rd of July parade. The parade begins at the Fairgrounds, travels south on bridge ave, turns west on Fountain street, and turns south on St. Mary Ave, ending at Central Park. On July 4th, Bayside Skiers Ski show at Fountain Lake and fireworks at dusk.
Location: Fountain Lake
Address: Albert Lea, MN 56007
Dates/Times: Parade on July 3rd at 6pm, Fireworks on July 4th at dusk
Admission: FreeAustin Freedom Festival
Activities and entertainment July 1-4. On July 4th, the Parade starts at 11:00, Opening ceremonies at 1:30. Music/entertainment, food trucks, petting zoo, car show beanbag tourney, beer garden, and fireworks.
Location: Bandshell Park in Austin
Address: 4th Street and 9th Place SW, Austin, MN
Dates/Times: July 4th, Parade at 11am, Fireworks at dusk.
Admission: FreeBlooming Prairie Old Fashioned 4th of July Celebration
The largest 4th of July celebration in Southern Minnesota with events July 2nd, 3rd and 4th including a parade and fireworks show on July 4th.
Location: Victory Field Park
Address: 202 4th Ave NW, Blooming Prairie, MN 55917
Dates/Times: July 4th Parade is 2:30pm-4pm and Fireworks at 10pm.
Admission: FreeCannon Valley Fair
Along with all of the rides at The Cannon Valley Fair in Cannon Falls, there will be a Grand Parade, harness horse racing, live music, and a fireworks show on the 4th of July.
Location: Cannon Valley Fair
Address: 800 N 9th St, Cannon Falls, MN 55009
Date/Times: Parade at 11am, horse races at 2pm, live music with Bryan Anderson at 7pm, Fireworks at dusk
Admission: Free on July 4th
Click Here for the Full Cannon Valley Fair ScheduleDeer Creek Speedway
One of the area's largest FIREWORKS displays! Weekly racing action featuring USRA Modifieds & B-Mods, WISSOTA Super Stocks, Midwest Modifieds & Street Stocks.
Location: Deer Creek Speedway
Address: 25262 US Hwy 63, Spring Valley, MN 55975
Date/Time: July 2nd - racing starts at 6pm, Fireworks at dusk.
Admission: Adults $15, Seniors/Students $13, Kids 12 and under free.Dover Fireworks
2022 Dover Fireworks are on July 3rd at dusk. There will also be a car show in the morning and family friendly wrestling entertainment at 4. A kids pedal power tractor pull at 5pm behind the fire hall and entertainment in the park. Fire dept. will be handing out ice cream.
Location: Dover, Minnesota
Date: July 3rd, 2022Eitzen Family Fun Fest
Eitzen’s 4th of July Family Fun Fest is an all-weekend event, with tractor pulls, demo derbies, a parade, food and beer tents, a baseball tournament, fireworks, and so much more!
Location: 307 Iowa Ave, Eitzen, MN
Dates/Times: July 2-4 various events throughout the days, fireworks on July 4 at dusk.
Admission: Most activities are free, but a few have a small admission fee.Elysian Parade & Fireworks
The Elysian Area Chamber of Commerce 4th of July Celebration is back in 2022 with a weekend filled with bands, fireworks, kids activities, and food trucks. The City of Elysian fireworks show will be shot from Tustin Park on Saturday July 2nd starting at 10 pm. The Grand Parade down Main Street will be on Monday, July 4 at 2pm and
Location: Tustin Park
Address: Elysian, MN 56028
Date/Times: Fireworks July 2nd 10 pm | Parade - July 4th 2 pm to 5 pm
Admission: Free
See the full schedule of events hereFaribault Fireworks 2022
The Faribault 2022 4th of July Fireworks are on!
Location: Rice County Fairgrounds Grandstand track
Address: 1814 2nd Ave NW, Faribault, MN 55021
Date/Time: July 4th Fireworks at 10pm
Admission: FreeHarmony 125th 4th of July Celebration
Harmony's 2022 4th of July celebration starts on July 1st and ends July 4th. Enjoy food, drinks, petting zoo, toad races, fireworks, and more in the biggest little town in Southeast Minnesota! Grand Parade at 3 PM and live entertainment from Jim Busta Band featuring Mollie B starting at 4 PM. Fireworks will be launched from North Park at dusk.
Location: North Park
Address: Harmony, MN 55939
Dates/Times: July 4th - Grand Parade at 3pm, Fireworks at dusk.
Admission: FreeMankato Red, Hot, Boom
A free, family-friendly 4th of July concert followed by the Red, Hot, Boom fireworks display. More details coming soon!
Location: Vetter Amphitheater at Riverfront Park
Address: 310 W Rock St, Mankato, MN 56001
Dates/Times: July 4th - concert starts at 7pm, fireworks at 10pm
Admission: FreeMazeppa Daze Celebration and Fireworks Displays
The big Mazeppa Daze celebration is scheduled for July 8, 2022 thru July 10, 2022. The parade will be on Friday, July 8th at 7 pm followed by a mini fireworks display at dusk. The large Mazeppa Daze fireworks show will be on Saturday, July 9, 2022 at dusk.
Location: Herbert Vik Memorial Field
Address: Mazeppa, Minnesota 55956
Dates/Times: July 8-10 - Fireworks at dusk on Friday, July 8 (mini display) and Saturday, July 9 (large display)
Admission: FreeMorristown July 4th Celebration
The oldest 4th of July celebration in Minnesota. Beer Gardens, Parade, Patriotic Program, Medallion Hunt, All-Day Music, Euchre Tourneys, Great Food, Silent Auction, Kiddie Rides & Games, Bingo, and Fireworks!
Location: Fairgrounds across from Trinity church and school building
Address: 10500 215th Street, Morristown, MN 55052
Date/Times: July 4th, 2022 9am – midnight – Fireworks at dusk.
Admission: FreeNew Prague Big & Better Fireworks Show
New Prague's 4th of July fireworks show is on Sunday, July 3, 2022. They will have various food trucks on site also.
Location: East of New Prague Middle School
Date/Time: Sunday July 3, 2022 @10:00 PMNorthfield Independence Day Fireworks
The Northfield fireworks display will be held on TBA. at Northfield Middle School. Viewing areas near the fireworks display include Northfield Middle School parking lot and south fields, Tyler Park, and the fields north of Jefferson Parkway.
Location: Northfield Middle School
Date/Time: TBA
Admission: FreeOwatonna Patriot Skies Fireworks Display
The annual Owatonna Early Edition Rotary Club fireworks display is on for 2022! The fireworks display is funded by donations from the public. You can donate by rounding up your purchase totals at Fairway Foods and Ace Hardware in Owatonna, mail a check to Owatonna Chamber of Commerce.
Location: Steele County Fair Grounds
Address: 1525 S Cedar Ave, Owatonna, MN 55060
Date/Time: July 4, 2022 at 10pm
Admission: Free - donations greatly appreciatedRochester’s 2022 4th Fest
Rochester’s independence day celebration is on for 2022 with Fireworks, music, and more! Entertainment starts at 4:00 PM with performances by DJ LaidEe P, Lone Piñon, Rochester Community Band, Rochester Poet Laureate Susan McMillan, and the world's premier prince tribute show - Celebrating the Music of PRINCE! LIVE! with Chase & Ovation.
Location: Soldier’s Field
Address: 300 7th St SW, Rochester, MN 55902
Date/Time: July 4, 2022 – entertainment starts at 4:00 PM, Fireworks at 10 PMRed Wing 4th of July Fireworks 2022
Watch the amazing fireworks shine over the Mississippi River in Red Wing.
Location: Best Views From Memorial Park
Address: 1303 Levee Road, Red Wing, MN 55066
Date/Time: July 4th at dusk
Admission: FreeSt. Charles Fireworks Display
The St. Charles fireworks show is on for 2022 and will be on July 4th at dusk!
Location: St. Charles High School Ballfield
Address: 600 East 6th
Date/Time: July 4th - Fireworks at dusk
Admission: FreeStewartville Summerfests 2022
Stewartville’s Fireworks Show will be on the evening of July 4th, as part of their Summerfest activities. The festivities start that evening with a Grand Parade at 6:30 pm, followed by fireworks in Bear Cave park at dusk.
Location: Bear Cave Park
Address: Lakeshore Dr. NW, Stewartville, MN 55976
Dates/Times: July 4th, 6:30 pm grand parade; fireworks at dusk
Admission: FreeTreasure Island Block Party and Fireworks
Treasure Island Casino in Welch, MN is throwing the Ultimate 4th of July bash with great music, delicious food and spectacular fireworks on Sunday, July 3, 2022 The Island Block Party is open to all ages and is FREE to attend. Before the fireworks, ABBA The Concert: A Tribute to ABBA will light up The Lot with all of the band’s iconic songs.
Location: Treasure Island Resort & Casino
Address: 5734 Sturgeon Lake Rd, Welch, Minnesota 55089
Dates/Times: July 3rd, 2022 at 5 PM to 11:30 PM – Fireworks at dusk.
Admission: FREEWanamingo 4th of July Celebration and Fireworks
Wanamingo's Independence Day Fireworks show will be on July 4, 2022. Grand Parade on July 4th at 2:30 PM, Fire Department waterfight at 4 PM and Fireworks at dusk.
Location: Riverside Park
Dates/Times: Fireworks July 4th at dusk
Admission: Free
Check the What's Happening Wanamingo Facebook page for updates.Waseca Lakefest Music & Fireworks Celebration
Waseca will be having their 2022 4th of July celebration and fireworks display at Clear Lake Park. The show is expected to last for one hour. Don't forget the bug spray!
Location: Clear Lake Park - 1000 8th Ave NE, Waseca, MN 56093
Date/Time: July 4, 2022 - fireworks at dusk.
Admission: Free
