Lake Minnetonka 4th of July

Wednesday July 4, 2018

Commons Park in Excelsior

The Excelsior-Lake Minnetonka Chamber of Commerce proudly produces and hosts the only public 4th of July fireworks event on Lake Minnetonka! Our community will celebrate our Nation’s favorite holiday in the tried and true way, with a day full of activity! Beginning early in the morning, until well past dark, we welcome you to be a part of the 4th of July experience on the shores of Lake Minnetonka, at the Commons Park in downtown Excelsior. Bring your family and friends to enjoy a 4th of July that kicks off with a Firecracker and ends with a BANG!

These events combined have been estimated to reach an audience of over 200,000 people.
These special celebrations are made possible by the support of our Lake Minnetonka Community. Without sponsorships, this event will not happen. We rely on financial support to help us cover the annual 4th of July event budget of over $100,000. In addition to financial support, this event relies on over 87 volunteers to make this happen.

Sponsorship Info

Thank you to our member, Captivate Media + Consulting for creating this video!

2018 Food Vendors

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We will be live at the event so make sure to interact with us on FB, Twitter and Instagram!
@LakeMinnetonka4thOfJuly
#LakeMtka4th

Donate Here to Make the Fireworks Happen!

Thank you to our 2017 sponsors!

Platinum Level

Diamond Level

Cities of:
Greenwood
Deephaven
Excelsior
Tonka Bay

Gold Level

Silver Level

Sign Source
American Legion Post 259
Paradise Charter Cruises
Bayside Marine Services
Excelsior Bay Harbor
Great Lakes Collection

100% Community Funded Event - Thank you everyone for supporting the 4th of July

The Chamber cannot host the 4th of July without contributions from our community. Please make it a priority to donate to the fireworks fund. To help support this event financially and make a payment online, click here
Or send your donation to us at The Chamber, 37 Water Street Excelsior, MN 55331

In memory of Bob Hageman and his love for the annual Lake Minnetonka 4th of July fireworks display, his family has made a donation in his name for the 2017 fireworks. Thank you Hageman family!

Thank you volunteers who made this event a success!

Shifts are short and fun! Please take some time to do your part to help make our annual event happen! Fun to do as a family, neighborhood, group of friends or a great way to meet some new people!

Thank you to the Lake Minnetonka Excelsior Rotary Club

The Lake Minnetonka Excelsior Rotary Club (Meets every Wednesday morning at Maynard's at 7 AM) is all about giving back to the Community - in particular the 4th of July! Thank you to Dave Petroske and Mark Williams, for attending our June Chamber Member Meeting and presenting us with a HUGE $20,000 check to help support our Fireworks Fund! This money was a result of the 2017 Bingo & Burgers By the Bay event held on Saturday, May 6. Thank you to all who attended and helped raise this money! Can't wait for next year!

2018 Full Event Schedule Coming Soon!

Kids Parade Event Information

Decorate your children's bikes, scooters or wagons with patriotic pride and come walk in the parade to watch their bright smiles.

The Kids Parade will begin at Gary's Automotive Repair on Water St at 11:00am. The parade runs down Water St, turns onto Lake St, and ends at the Excelsior Commons. There will be popsicles, music and a petting zoo at the finish line!

Show your Sand Artistry in the Sand Sculpture Contest

Have you spent hours out on the beach letting your imagination soar with sand? Then you should participate in our fun sand sculpture contest! Come to the small Excelsior Beach a little before 9:00am and the Noon Rotary will get you set up with everything you need!

Parking

Below is a map with designated public parking lots in Excelsior. Meters will be enforced on the 4th of July.