A #MYSAINTPAUL Fourth of July
Celebrate Fourth of July weekend in Saint Paul, Minnesota's capital city.
Looking for ideas for Fourth of July weekend? Spend it in Saint Paul! Here are some ideas for planning Independence Day in Minnesota's capital city.
Cheer on the St. Paul Saints | June 30-July 5, 2026
Take me out to the ball game! Enjoy fun-filled nights as the St. Paul Saints take on the Buffalo Bison during America's birth week. The July 2–4 games feature an all-you-can-eat Independence Day BBQ, post-game fireworks, and a Monster Food Truck Rally after the July 3-4 games.
Climb to the Top of the Landmark | July 1, 2026
Enjoy a rare opportunity to behind-the-scenes exploration of the Landmark Center's North Tower and get a birds eye view of downtown Saint Paul. This is free and self-guided that requires no reservations!
Double Play 5K | July 1, 2026
Start the holiday week on the run at the Double Play 5K! Before the game, kids can take the outfield at CHS Field and rotate through four fun activity stations featuring running and baseball activities for all ages and abilities. The 5K starts near the ballpark and finishes on the warning track. Prefer to cheer from the sidelines? The 0K option still gets you event swag and a ticket to the Saints vs. Buffalo Bisons game. All entries include game admission.
Alex Warren at Grand Casino Arena | July 2, 2026
Singer-songwriter Alex Warren brings his Finding Family on the Road tour to Grand Casino Arena with special guest Noah Cyrus.
Minnesota Wind Chill | July 3, 2026
Catch some Ultimate Frisbee action at Sea Foam Stadium as the Minnesota Wind Chill face off against the Chicago Union at 7 p.m. Enjoy the Stinson Services Sideline Beer Garden, food trucks, face painting, balloon art, and yard games. After the game, meet the players, toss a disc on the field, and grab a photo with mascot Chilly the Polar Bear.
The 4th in the Park | July 4, 2026
Celebrate the holiday at the Fourth of July Parade in the St. Anthony Park Neighborhood. Kick things off with an early morning distance race. Enjoy the colorful parade at 11 a.m., then stake out a patch of grass starting to enjoy the program and live music at the Langford Park bandstand.
Red, White & Boom | July 4, 2026
Celebrate Independence Day at Cathedral Hill Park for Red, White & Boom! - a fireworks show hosted by the Saint Paul Rotary Club. Food trucks will be lined up on Dayton Avenue starting at 6 p.m. and the fireworks will begin at dusk.
Enjoy Live Music | July 1 - 4, 2026
- Enjoy an evening Groovin' in the Garden at Como Park Zoo & Conservatory's Marjorie McNeely Conservatory Lawn. This event on July 1 is free and encourages music goers to bring their dancing shoes and picnic in the great outdoors.
- Head to Dock & Paddle at the Como Park Pavilion on July 4th to enjoy the St. Anthony Community Band from 12 to 2 p.m. or the Como Pops Ensemble from 3 to 5 p.m.
- Langford Park welcomes visitors to enjoy the Back to the Fourth concert from 1-6 p.m. on July 4th at the bandstand.
- Don't miss the 32nd Independence Day Concert performed on the 49-bell carillon by Tim Short at the House of Hope Presbyterian Church on July 4th from 4-5 p.m. There will be free ice cream treats and plenty of room to enjoy a picnic.
Get Outside
Enjoy Minnesota's natural beauty in one of Saint Paul’s many parks — all a part of the fifth-ranked park system in the nation in the nation that includes the Mississippi National River Recreation Area, a national park site that stretches through downtown Saint Paul and gets you up close to the Mississippi River.
Grab a Bite
Keep the outdoor party rolling! Get your Patio Passport and grab a delicious meal one of the hottest patios in town, check-in and be entered to win prizes along the way! Top it all off with a scoop (or two) at one of our favorite ice cream shops.
Downtown Saint Paul Farmers' Market | July 4-5, 2026
Head to the heart of Lowertown to shop fresh produce, stunning floral bouquets, artisan goods and more from local vendors at the largest-running farmers' market in the state.
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