Weekend Happenings: Local 4th of July Celebrations

Going to the cabin on the 4th of July weekend is something that many Minnesotan's partake in every year.  But for those of us who don't want to tackle the traffic or who don't have a cabin to go to there are plenty of fun things going on right in our neighborhoods to keep us entertained during this fun summer holiday.

Chanhassen
Chanhassen’s 4th of July Celebration

July 2, 3 and 4, 2011
City Center Park
Fireworks Display:  10:00 pm Lake Ann Park

This annual celebration is a year-round topic of conversation in the community and is renowned throughout the state. Participation levels top 5,000 people per day. This year's activities are scheduled for July 2nd, 3rd and 4th. Highlights include a kiddie parade, community parade, carnival rides and games, adult and children fishing festivals, beach games, the SouthWest Metro Chamber of Commerce Business Fair, a street dance, Taste of Chanhassen, and the spectacular fireworks display over Lake Ann. City Center Park (north of City Hall) and Lake Ann Community Park are the venues for this event. Follow the link above for a full listing of events.

Lake Minnetonka
Lake Minnetonka 4th of July Celebration
July 4th, 2011
Excelsior Commons

Fireworks Display:  10:00 pm Big Stage

Sponsored by the South Lake-Excelsior Chamber of Commerce, this fun annual event features plenty to do for your family.  Highlights of this one day celebration include fun runs, sand sculpture competition, a parade, a fishing contest, music from local bands, kids entertainment and is topped off by an outdoor concert by the Minnesota Orchestra followed by a beautiful fireworks display over Lake Minnetonka.  Follow the link above for a full listing of all events.

Waconia
Lake Waconia Fireworks Festival
July 4th, 2011
Fireworks Display:  10:00 (dusk) Lake Waconia

This year the Fireworks will be shot off from the island.  Viewing from Lake Waconia Regional Park, Cedar Point Park and Lola's Lakehouse. Best viewing from lake!