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CBS News
3 days ago
- Climate
- CBS News
How to watch the Minneapolis Aquatennial fireworks display
The Minneapolis Aquatennilal wraps up on Saturday night with its signature fireworks show. The Aquatennial is a civic celebration of the city of Minneapolis produced by the Downtown Council. It takes place each year during the third full week of July. Organizers say the Target Fireworks show is set to begin at 10 p.m. along the Mississippi River near downtown Minneapolis. Around 250,000 people visit the area each year to watch. The show uses over 10,000 pounds of fireworks and is one of the top five largest in the country, according to organizers. Officials say one of the best vantage points is on the west side of the river in the area of West River Parkway and Portland Avenue. For anyone who can't make it to the display, WCCO will offer a full replay on CBS News Minnesota. What: Full replay of the Target Fireworks show. When: Immediately after the 10 p.m. newscast on Saturday, July 26. How to watch: On CBS News Minnesota via Pluto TV or the CBS News app. The Aquatennial Torchlight Parade scheduled for Wednesday, July 23, was canceled due to forecasted severe weather in the area. Note: The video above originally aired July 23, 2025.
Axios
5 days ago
- Climate
- Axios
Twin Cities weekend events: Aquatennial, Nate Bargatze, chalk festival
The Aquatennial has begun! Though last night's Torchlight Parade was cancelled due to weather, Minneapolis' official civic celebration has plenty of activities through Saturday night. Here are three happenings we're watching this weekend. 🛹 Alley Jam: This party in the alley behind FAIR School in downtown Minneapolis features skateboard demonstrations, food, shopping, DJ sets and more. Practice up — there are cash prizes for skateboard tricks. Friday 6-8pm; free 🇯🇲 Carifest: Party on West River Road at the Twin Cities' premier Caribbean festival with food, music, arts, crafts and a traditional costume parade. Bonus: You can see the fireworks from the grounds. Saturday 11am-10pm; $25 entry, kids 12 and under free 🧨 Target Fireworks: They're a staple for a reason — and if you secure your spot along West River Parkway hours before showtime, check out the nearby car show and vintage market down the road. Saturday 10pm, free More things to do.... ☀️ Stare at the sun safely at the Bell Museum's Solar Observing party Saturday afternoon. Staff will walk visitors through use of specialized telescopes, filters and more to see sunspots and solar prominences. Note: It will be canceled in case of clouds or rain. Included with cost of admission, which is $15 ages 22+, $12 ages 3-21 🔎 Forget garage sales — find everything you don't need in one place at Saturday's ThriftCon, a vintage and collectibles convention in downtown Minneapolis with over 140 booths where, according to organizers, most items purchased range between $10-$50. If that's too pricey, the event will also have a By the Pound installation with over 10,000 pounds of "curated vintage finds" to dig through, all sold by weight at $10/lb. $17 admission, $40 for early bird access 🎨 The W.E. Chalk Festival returns to St. Louis Park's Shops at West End Saturday and Sunday from 10am-6pm. Expect 2D and 3D chalk art creations by professionals from across the country, food trucks, art vendors and opportunities to try the art form yourself. Free 🏮 Light up St. Paul at the Water Lantern Festival Saturday night, where attendees gather to assemble and decorate their own rice paper lantern before setting it free at Phalen Park. (The ticket price also pays for the cost of lantern cleanup by staff.) $37.99 in advance, $57.99 at the door 🤣 In need of a good laugh? Nate Bargatze, the popular and family-friendly comedian known for his deadpan delivery, is making stops at Xcel Energy Center Saturday and Sunday nights. Tickets start at $44.95 Saturday and $37 Sunday
CBS News
6 days ago
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- CBS News
Minneapolis' Aquatennial Torchlight Parade canceled due to severe weather
Officials have canceled Minneapolis' Aquatennial Torchlight Parade Wednesday due to the severe weather forecast. The parade, which makes its way down Nicollet Mall, was slated to start at 7:30 p.m. The Twin Cities area is expected to see a mix of dangerous weather conditions Wednesday; a heat advisory is in effect until 8 p.m., and there is a slight risk for severe weather with threats of straight line winds and flooding. "The safety and well-being of our participants, spectators, volunteers, and staff remain our highest priority," the Minneapolis Downtown Council said in a statement. "We are deeply grateful for the time, effort, and enthusiasm of all those involved in bringing this beloved tradition to life, and we share the disappointment of this outcome." The Aquatennial is a civic celebration of the City of Minneapolis. The origins of the event can be traced back to the 1930s, when the city saw a Teamsters truckers strike and anti-union violence that injured 67 people and killed two others. Businessmen believed that a celebratory spectacle would improve and promote the city's reputation, and launched the event which became known as "The 10 Best Days of Summer." The Aquatennial culminates in a fireworks show Saturday evening.
