Celebrate our nation’s independence and enjoy the holiday weekend in Rochester! There are many things to do in Southeast Minnesota to celebrate, including family-friendly activities, festivals, food and fireworks. Here are five ideas of things to do over the 4th of July weekend:
Fireworks, Music, Food Trucks and More at 4th Fest
4th Fest is Rochester's official 4th of July Celebration. It’s a free community celebration at Soldiers Field Park, which features the Rochester Community Band, Rochester Poet Laureate Jean Prokott, and Free Fallin: The Tom Petty Concert Experience, all leading up to the fireworks show at 10:00 p.m. Find the full schedule of events and food truck information here.
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Cheer on the Rochester Honkers
A patriotic pastime, a game of baseball is a great way to spend the 4th of July. The Honkers, Rochester’s summer collegiate team, take on the Duluth Huskies on July 3 and 4 at Mayo Field. The game on the 3rd is celebrating the 40th anniversary of Back to the Future, with special guest and cast member, Harry Waters Jr (Marvin Berry), a DeLorean you can take pictures in, and special jerseys for sale. The Independence Day game includes specialty food, activities, and entertainment. Get your tickets here.
Shop Local at the Rochester Farmers Market
Support local growers and stock up for your holiday barbeques and picnics at the Rochester Farmers Market on Saturday, July 5 from 7:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Browse dozens of booths with produce, meats and baked goods and meet firsthand the farmers and gardeners who grew or made them, all within a 50-mile radius of Rochester. The market also has live music and other family-friendly activities.
Rochester Farmers Market
Celebrate with Cars, Guitars, and Cold Beers
Thesis Beer Project is hosting a car show and afternoon of live music on Saturday, July 5. The Garden and Gasoline Car Show rolls in at 1 p.m., followed by an afternoon of live performances starting at 3 p.m. featuring Lighter Co, Hair of the Dog, and Faux Pseudo. The Espadin Food Truck will also be on site.
Dance, Run, and Play at Stewartville Summerfest
Stewartville Area Chamber of Commerce’s annual Summerfest is July 2-5 and features a wide variety of family-friendly activities. Wednesday, July 2 includes Teen Night at Stewartville's pool, while the Summerfest Dance takes place Thursday, July 3. The main events on Tuesday, July 4 include Arts in the Park, Summerfest Runs, the Grand Parade at 6:30 p.m., and fireworks at Bear Cave Park at 10pm. Find the full schedule here.
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