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Fourth of July in Rochester
Fourth of July in Rochester
Updated for 2025
Starting in 2026, the City of Rochester is transitioning away from the former 4th Fest concert event at Soldiers Field. In its place, the City will continue to support a fireworks display and explore a new media partnership to share music and community messages in a broadcast format. More details on that broadcast will be shared as they are confirmed.
In 2026, the Rochester Community Band will also present an celebratory concert on July 4 at Cascade Lake Park.
Fireworks will take place on Saturday, July 4, 2026 at 10:00 p.m. They are free and open to the public.
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4th Fest
Independence Day Celebration
- Date: 07/04/2025 6:00 PM - 10:30 PM
- Location: Soldiers Memorial Field
244 Soldiers Field Drive SW
Rochester, Minnesota 55902
Schedule
5:00 p.m. –Vendors open & early arrivals welcome
Local food and craft beverage vendors will be onsite.
✅ Lawn chairs, blankets, coolers, and picnic fare welcome
🚫 Please leave grills and pets at home (service animals welcome)
6:00 p.m. – Rochester Community Band
Kick off the evening with patriotic and traditional concert band favorites.
7:00 p.m. – Virtual Pet Parade
A fun and heartwarming video tribute to Rochester’s animal companions, set to music and played on the jumbo screen.
8:25 p.m. – Jean Prokott, Rochester Poet Laureate
An original poem by Jean Prokott celebrates the moment and the meaning of gathering together as a community.
8:30 p.m. – Free Fallin: The Tom Petty Concert Experience
Sing along to beloved hits in a high-energy tribute show that spans decades of classic rock.
10:00 p.m. – Fireworks
The sky lights up in a 30-minute fireworks display—don’t miss it!
About 4th Fest
Presented by Rochester Public Music, 4th Fest is the city’s official Independence Day celebration. This free, family-friendly event brings the community together for an evening of live music, poetry, great food, and a dazzling fireworks show over Soldiers Field.
Whether you're relaxing with friends or enjoying the fireworks with family, 4th Fest brings Rochester together for a shared celebration of music, community, and summer.
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Supporters & Partners
Rochester's Fourth of July fireworks display is sponsored by the Office of the Mayor. Rochester Parks & Recreation, the Rochester Fire Department, and the Rochester Police Department make the annual fireworks display a safe and welcoming community experience.
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