Events & Fireworks
Wednesday, July 1
- Groovin' in the Garden at Como Park Zoo & Conservatory is a great way to take in a free summer concert from 6-8 p.m. in front of Saint Paul's famed Marjorie McNeely Conservatory. Enjoy food from KMC Eggrolls Food Truck and music from Em and the Gems.
- Saint Paul Saints vs. Buffalo Bisons baseball game at CHS Field with Double Play 5k.
- Climb to the top of the Landmark Center Tower and experience a rare view of downtown Saint Paul. The north tower is only accessible via stairs, 61 steps total from the 6th floor landing to the top. Or skip the elevator altogether and climb the 198 stairs from the first floor. This free activities is offered from 11 a.m.-1 p.m.
- Live music with Mississippi River Brass Band from 7 p.m. -9 p.m. at Como Lakeside Pavilion.
- Live music with Mac Hoffman at 12 p.m. in Mears Park.
Thursday, July 2
- Saint Paul Saints vs. Buffalo Bisons baseball game at CHS Field with post-game fireworks show.
- Live music with Crush Scene from 7 p.m. -9 p.m. at Como Lakeside Pavilion.
Friday, July 3
- Saint Paul Saints vs. Buffalo Bisons baseball game at CHS Field with post-game super fireworks show and monster truck rally.
- Roller Disco in Rice Park from 5:30 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. featuring free skate rentals, great DJ sets and groovy community vibes for all.
Saturday, July 4
- 4th in the Park annual parade and celebration takes place at Langford Park on July 4. The parade starts at 11 a.m.(from Luther Place and down to Como Avenue, ending at Langford Park. Enjoy pony rides, live music, food trucks, and more throughout the afternoon.
- Fireworks, food trucks, a concert and more at Saint Paul's Red, White, and Boom at Cathedral Hill Park hosted by the Rotary Club. Food trucks open at 6 p.m. and fireworks display starts at dusk.
- Saint Paul Saints vs. Buffalo Bisons baseball game at CHS Field with post-game super fireworks show and monster truck rally.
- Live music with Graden Hill at City House from 6 p.m. - 8 p.m.
- Live music with St. Anthony Park Community Band from 12 p.m. - 2 p.m. at Como Lakeside Pavilion.
- Live music with Como Pops Ensemble from 3 p.m. - 5 p.m. at Como Lakeside Pavilion.
- The Downtown Saint Paul Farmers Market takes place every weekend; Saturdays from 7 a.m.-1 p.m., and Sundays 8 a.m.-1 p.m.
Sunday, July 5
- Saint Paul Saints vs. Buffalo Bisons baseball game at CHS Field.
- Live music with Buster Phelan from 2 p.m. - 5 p.m. at Como Lakeside Pavilion.
Must-Do Activities
- Como Park Zoo & Conservatory is open 365 days a year and will be open from 10 a.m.-6 p.m. on July 4.
- Como Regional Park Pool, Highland Park Aquatic Center, Phalen Beach and splash pads are open (weather permitting) to cool off all weekend.
- Visit the many patios throughout Saint Paul and win cool prizes with the Patio Passport presented by Visit Saint Paul.
Closures
- All recreation centers will be closed July 3-5.
- All Saint Paul Public Library will be closed July 3-4.
- Due to firework damage to several athletic courts and fields in recent years, the following locations will be closed overnight on July 2-6. Courts will be closed and field lights turned on at 6 p.m. and will re-open in the morning at 9 a.m.
- Arlington Arkwright, Battle Creek, Conway, Dayton’s Bluff, Eastview, El Rio Vista, Frogtown, Groveland, Hamline Park, Hayden Heights, Hazel Park, Highwood Hills, Langford Park, Linwood, McMurray, MLK, North Dale, North End, Orchard, Oxford, Palace, Prosperity, Rice & Arlington, St. Clair, Victoria Park, and West Minnehaha.
Health & Safety Reminders
- As you celebrate, please remember that we all have a responsibility to ensure the safety of those around us as we enjoy our public spaces.
- All are welcome to use our parks and recreation center properties to celebrate responsibly, but use of fireworks is not permitted.
- This will be a busy weekend for our staff. Your help in keeping our parks clean is much appreciated.
- With the exception of authorized picnic areas, the consumption of alcohol is prohibited at parks and recreation center properties.
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