City of Duluth Fourth Fest

Name: City of Duluth Fourth Fest
Start: 2026-07-04
Location: Bayfront Festival Park, 350 Harbor Dr

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Date

4 Jul (Saturday)

Time

Sat, 2 – 11 PM

Venue

Bayfront Festival Park, 350 Harbor Dr

Duluth, MN, United States

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The City of Duluth Fourth Fest is a free, family-friendly Independence Day celebration held annually at Bayfront Festival Park in Duluth, Minnesota. The 2026 event is scheduled for Saturday, July 4, 2026, with gates typically opening at 1:30 PM or 2:00 PM and festivities running until after the fireworks display.

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•Timeframe: Gates open early (around 1:30 PM), with live music starting in the mid-afternoon (approx. 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM).

•Entertainment: The festival features live music from various bands throughout the evening, local craft vendors, and food trucks.

•Kids' Activities: Family-friendly fun includes bouncy houses and other interactive games.

•Fireworks Extravaganza: The event culminates in a massive fireworks show over the Duluth harbor, typically starting at 10:10 PM and lasting approximately 20–25 minutes.

•Admission: This is a free community event; however, certain items like outside food, coolers, glass bottles, and pets are generally prohibited.

•Parking: Limited parking is available at the Duluth Entertainment Convention Center (DECC), Great Lakes Aquarium, and nearby downtown ramps. Attendees are encouraged to arrive early or park downtown and walk.

•Bridge Closures: To accommodate the fireworks and pedestrian safety, the Aerial Lift Bridge remains in the down position from approximately 7:00 PM to 1:00 AM, and the Minnesota Slip Bridge (blue pedestrian bridge) is typically closed to marine traffic from 8:00 PM to 11:30 PM.

•Seating: Bring your own lawn chairs or blankets as seating is not provided.

•Hydration: One empty water bottle per person is allowed; water stations are available inside the park.

•Weather: The event takes place rain or shine, so check the local forecast before heading out.

Updated at 19 Mar 2026