Forecasted stormy weather and heavy rain is dampening July 4th celebrations in many Minnesota cities.
The National Weather Service issued a hazardous weather outlook for the region, warning residents to be careful on the roads and to check the status of local celebrations.
Some cities have postponed or canceled celebrations altogether. Here are the celebrations affected so far:
Minneapolis: The city will decide by 6 p.m. Thursday whether all or part of its Red, White and Boom! activities and fireworks display will take place. Watch the parks and rec’s Facebook page for updates.
Edina: The city says its parade and fireworks will go on “rain or shine” — but If the weather is dangerous, it will post any cancellations on its Instagram, Facebook and X accounts.
Eden Prairie: Festivities have been canceled altogether. But tonight’s Sparklefest activities that include a sensory-friendly drone light show are still on, according to a city bulletin.
Eagan: Fireworks for the July 4th Funfest are still on, per the event website.
Woodbury: The city’s Fourth of July Hometown Celebration has been canceled.
