WEEKEND TOP 5 | July 4-7: fireworks and community fun

A record-breaking 48.9 million Americans are expected to hit the road this Fourth of July Weekend, according to AAA — up almost two million from last year.

For this special extended holiday edition of Weekend Top 5, we’ve sprinkled in a few places to see fireworks, in addition to the usual snapshot of free or low-cost community events. Enjoy the sights and stay safe! Scroll through to get straight to the weekend happenings!

Apple Valley – Freedom Days: Festivities include a parade and carnival and fireworks at 10 pm.

Eagan – July 4th Funfest: A free family festival with music, games for kids, and more. Fireworks close out the event at 10 pm July 4.

Eden Prairie – 4th of July Hometown Celebration: A parade kicks off the fun, followed by live entertainment, a blood drive, car show, food, kids’ activities and more. Fireworks at 10 pm.

Edina – Fourth of July Parade: The fun starts with a parade, live music and other festivities, with fireworks at dusk.

Maplewood – Light It Up Maplewood: Festivities start at 4 pm; fireworks begin at dusk (around 10 pm).

Mendota Heights – The fireworks fun begins at 10 pm, launched from Launched from Mendota Country Club.

Minneapolis – Red, White & Boom!: Over 75,000 people gather near downtown Minneapolis and the surrounding riverfront area for festivities that begin at 6 pm. Fireworks kick off at 10 pm.

Richfield – Red White & Blue Days: The three-day festivities include a parade, food vendors and more. Fireworks begin at 10 pm.

Roseville – Rosefest 2019: Live music, food and family fun will take place at Roseville Central Park, with fireworks at 10 pm over Bennett Lake.

St. Louis Park – 4th of July Fireworks Celebration: Food trucks, vendors and fireworks to music. DJ Bob entertainment will be from 7 – 10 pm. Fireworks start at 10 pm.

Arrow through below for weekend picks including Saturdays on Selby, Little Mekong Night Market and more!