Here's where to watch July 4 fireworks in the Twin Cities

Fireworks will light skies across the Twin Cities this July 4.

Why it matters: Independence Day just isn't the same without these dazzling displays.

What's new: Fireworks will return to the Minneapolis riverfront for the first time since the pandemic as part of the park board's " Red White and Boom! " celebration.

What to expect: The 16-minute show, set off from a spot between Boom Island and the Stone Arch Bridge, is scheduled to begin around 10pm, the Star Tribune reports. Live music and food kick off at 6pm.

• Per usual, it's BYO chair or blanket. The park board has more details, tips and a list of parking suggestions .

The catch : The Stone Arch Bridge remains partially closed for construction, so revelers won't be able to walk all the way across it.

⚾️ The other side: St. Paul won't host an official show, but the Saints will have post-game fireworks at CHS field on Wednesday, Thursday and Friday night.

• The city's annual 4th in The Park celebration is otherwise on, with one of the longest-running parades in the state.

🎆 Zoom out: Here's a look at some of the suburban celebrations on tap:

West metro: St. Louis Park , Chanhassen and Excelsior , all have celebrations that include fireworks at dusk (also around 10pm) on July 4.

• Canterbury Park in Shakopee will feature post-race fireworks on July 3 , and Delano is hosting its show on Saturday night instead.
• Valleyfair cancelled its show due to flooding.

East metro : Celebrations in Woodbury and Maplewood include family-friendly activities, food and fireworks.

• Stillwater's annual show over the St. Croix River is also postponed due to flooding . Officials haven't set a new date yet.

North metro: Blaine and Coon Rapids have fireworks on July 4.

• Anoka, home to the state's first social district , will hold its festivities on Wednesday .

South metro : Bloomington's Summer Fete , which also "rings in" July 4 a day early on Wednesday, claims to have one of the state's largest firework displays.

• Apple Valley Freedom Days and Eagan's Funfest will feature car shows, parades and other fun before the main event on July 4.
• And in Lakeville , the July 4 fireworks serve as a kick off to the town's annual Pan-O-Prog festival .

⛈️ What we're watching: The weather. The National Weather Service's current forecast includes rain and thunderstorms .

• Most cities plan to continue rain or shine, though some have set backup dates for July 5 in case severe weather cancels the shows.

🚫 The bottom line: Personal use of most fireworks is illegal in Minnesota , so it's best to leave the displays to the pros .

Go deeper: The secrets of a (legal) Minnesota fireworks show

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