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Best Fourth Of July 2016 Fireworks Displays In Minnesota

A tradition that dates back to 1777, fireworks add an exclamation point to a day meant to remind us of our history, our independence and our bright future as a country. Whether you're in your backyard, up at the cabin or out on the town, it's not really Fourth of July without a grand fireworks show. As pretty much every city in the state puts on some sort of show, we came up with a list of Minnesota's best to help you out.
CHS Field
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Saints Post-Game Independence Day Celebration Fireworks Supershow
CHS Field
360 Broadway St N
Saint Paul, Minnesota 55101
651-644-3517
www.visitsaintpaul.comJuly 4, 2016. Game starts at 6:05 p.m. with fireworks beginning after the game ends.

The St. Paul Saints award-winning ballpark will play host to an extravagant fireworks display after the game against the Joplin Blasters. For the second year, CHS Field will be the place to be in the East Metro to catch the impressive show. You don't have to buy tickets to the game to see the fireworks, as there are spots in, and around, Lowertown that will offer prime viewing. Visit the website above to learn more.

Red, White and Boom
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Red, White And Boom!
Downtown Minneapolis Riverfront
Directions can be found here: www.google.com/mapsJuly 4, 2016 at 10:00 p.m.

One of the best places to take in Minneapolis' Red, White and Boom display for the Fourth of July is Gold Medal Park. Gold Medal Park has ample green space to set up a blanket and watch the display with friends and loved ones. You can also get great views from the Endless Bridge at the Guthrie, or anywhere along the Stone Arch Bridge. But really, there's not a bad seat around. Enjoy the celebration all day long, starting in the morning with the Red, White & Boom! half marathon, 5K and relay, before taking in music, movies and plenty of other activities for people of all ages leading up to the grand finale fireworks.

Duluth At Night
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Fourth Fest
Bayfront Festival Park
700 Railroad St
Duluth, MN 55802
www.bayfrontfestivalpark.comJuly 4, 2016 at 10:10 p.m.

As is the case with a few of the entries on this list, there will be a festival, complete with food, drink, live music and activities, leading up to the fireworks. Duluth's annual Fourth Fest is known in the area as the place to be for not only incredible pyrotechnics, but also a full day of family fun. Music will accompany the show, perhaps one of the reasons it is regarded as one of the best fireworks shows in the state, all while majestic Lake Superior glows in the light.

Related: Top Summer Conventions Held In Minnesota

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Fourth Of July Fireworks Cruise
Board at 500 1st St
Hudson, WI 54016
651-436-8883
www.stcroixrivercruises.comJuly 3, 2016, boarding at 7:30
and
July 4, 2016, boarding at 7:30

There might be no more relaxing way to enjoy Fourth of July fireworks than from the deck of a cruise ship on the St. Croix River. You can see the Hudson fireworks on Sunday with the first cruise, which runs from 8 to 11 p.m., or look on the other side of the river for the Stillwater fireworks on Monday from the second cruise which runs from 8:00 to 11:45 p.m. You can choose the dinner and cruise option if you'd like to sit down to a meal on the water before the fireworks, or just enjoy the cruise (with hot dogs for sale) and the show.

Fireworks One
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St. Cloud Fireworks
Hester Park, between 9th and 12th St N
Wilson Park, located directly across the river from Hester Park
St. Cloud, MN 56303
www.stcloudfireworks.orgJuly 4, 2016 at 10:00 p.m.

You'll be able to see these fireworks from miles away. From both Hester Park and Wilson Park, however, you'll get a more intimate view of the area's largest, most impressive fireworks display. There will be concessions available for purchase at both parks, as well as activities for children and live music. Once the sun has disappeared below the horizon, find a spot on the grass (or check the website above for other options along the Mississippi River for viewing) and enjoy the show.

Related: Best Places In America To Celebrate The 4th Of July

Adrian Schramm is a resident Saint Paul writer with a passion for all things local. Through his work with Saint Paul Almanac and Minneapolis Examiner at Examiner.com, as well as in the kitchens of bars and restaurants around town, he has discovered what truly makes the Twin Cities tick.
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