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From the archives: June 04, 2009
Looking for the best fireworks? The coolest parties? The most-kid-friendly events? We pick the best Fourth of July gatherings in the Twin Cities.
On this page:Fourth of July Events in Twin Cities, Twin Cities Outdoor Restaurants and Bars.
Fourth of July Events in Twin Cities
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Cabooze
Read Reviews917 Cedar Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55404 (map)
Hang out on the patio of this famous West Bank music club and catch the fireworks from all around as you enjoy cheap and strong drinks and plenty of people watching. Free, from 7:30 to 10:30pm.
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Minneapolis Sculpture Garden
Read ReviewsVineland Pl and Lyndale Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55403 (map)
Celebrate the day of the Fourth with an art-bike parade at noon and music under the bridge and cherry spoon by local favorites such as Haley Bonar and M.anifest. The event takes place from 10am-3pm and includes plenty of activities for the kiddies.
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Powderhorn Park Neighborhood
Write a review821 E 35TH St, Minneapolis, MN 55407 (map)
A less-crowded, but always crowd-pleasing event, the July 4 event at this little park in South Minneapolis offers food, music, fun and a lively fireworks show around 10pm. Crowds gather on blankets and set up camp around the lake and under the trees.
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Minneapolis Riverfront District
Write a reviewMain St and Central Ave, Minneapolis, MN 55415 (map)
This family-focused July 4 event includes street entertainers, music, a family-fun zone and fireworks at dusk, right over the Mississippi. The fireworks display gets better every year, and this year promises more bang and boom.
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The Soap Factory
Read Reviews520 2nd St SE, Minneapolis, MN 55414 (map)
Immediately following the Red, White, and Boom fireworks display at St. Anthony Main, the Soap Factory (located about three blocks away) hosts its fifth-annual "10 Second Film Fest", an outdoor film-screening event that includes hundreds of submissions and thousands of revelers.
Twin Cities Outdoor Restaurants and Bars
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Chris & Rob's Chicago Taste
Read Reviews3101 E 42nd St, Minneapolis, MN 55406 (map)
It wouldn't be the Fourth without hot dogs; order a Chicago-style dog at this family-run stand with an outdoor patio.
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VIC's on the Minneapolis Riverfront
Read Reviews201 Main St SE, Minneapolis, MN 55414 (map)
Nab a patio table, order some grub and enjoy your front seat at the Minneapolis Riverfront firework display.
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Tuggs Tavern
Read Reviews219 Main St SE, Minneapolis, MN 55414 (map)
Cool off with a beer on the deck of this waterfront burger joint and kick back for the fireworks.
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Solera
Read Reviews900 Hennepin Ave S, Minneapolis, MN 55403 (map)
Avoid the festival crowds and watch the pyrotechnics from this rooftop deck, which overlooks Minneapolis' downtown.
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Stella's Fish Cafe
Read Reviews1400 W Lake St, Minneapolis, MN 55408 (map)
Fireworks aren't the only way to celebrate Independence Day. Gather friends and enjoy summer's breeze at this Uptown rooftop deck.
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