Summer Fete

Music on the Main Stage

This year the bandshell main stage is proud to present Power of 10.  Music begins at 6 p.m. 

• Power of 10 features dynamic vocalists, an awe-inspiring horn section and a superb rhythm section performing a mix of timeless and current hits.

•  Special appearance by the Angelica Cantanti Youth Choirs performing the National Anthem

 Dusk: Fireworks!

Topping off the evening is the annual Summer Fete fireworks display. It starts around dusk – shortly after 10 p.m.

The pyrotechnics this year promise to continue to be one of the best in the state. Bloomington's fireworks displays are one of the few to feature 10-inch shells.

The Fireworks display is visible from all around the event site. Look towards the Hyland Lake Ski Jump to see the aerial display launched from Chalet Road.

Summer Fete features a wide variety of food and beverage options this year, including some old favorites and some new possibilities! Stop by every food area for totally new options!

Food Zone A

• Minnesnowii Shave Ice (Authentic Hawaiian Shaved Ice)
• O’Neil Amusements (Cheese Curds)

Food Zone B

• My Burger (Burgers featuring a wide variety of premium toppings)
• Heavy Metal Grill (Tacos, Philly Cheesesteaks, and more)
• Ben and Jerry’s Ice Cream (Wide variety of Ice Cream products)
• KCM Eggrolls (Eggrolls, Wantons, and Dumplings)
• Market Bar B Q (BBQ favorites)
• Muddy Tiger (Indian Street Food)
• Potter's Pasties (Traditional English Pasties)
• Tot Boss (a variety of tasty tater tot concoctions)

Food Zone C

• Blue Loon Concessions –two locations (hand-dipped corn-dogs, battered cheese curds, cream cheese wontons, mini-donuts, cheeseburgers made to order, and more)
• Daryl’s Dog House (Chicago Style Hot dogs, All beef hot dogs, fresh Squeezed Lemonade)
• Drew’s Mini Donuts (Mini Doughnuts)
• Minnesnowii Shave Ice (Authentic Hawaiian Shaved Ice)
• Sweet Clouds Cotton Candy (Gourmet Cotton Candy)

Food Zone D

• Big Bell Ice Cream (Pre-packaged Novelty Ice Cream )
• Blue Loon Concessions –two locations (hand-dipped corn-dogs, battered cheese curds fresh, cream cheese wontons, mini-donuts, cheese burgers made to order, and more)

Directions to Summer Fete:

From the West:
Take 494 East and take the E Bush Lake Rd exit.  Take a left on E Bush Lake Rd and then left onto American Blvd.  Take a right onto Normandale Lake Blvd.  Follow the road and lane closures.

From the East:
Take 494 West and take the Normandale Blvd exit.  Take the first right onto 84th Street.  Follow the road and lane closures.

From the South:
Take 35W North and take the 494 West exit.  Then take the Normandale Blvd exit.  Take the first right onto 84th Street.  Follow the road and lane closures.

From the North:
Take Hwy 100 South past 494 where it turns into Normandale Blvd.  Take a right onto 84th Street. Follow the road and lane closures.

Out of an abundance of caution for unvaccinated youth, the Kids Carnival inflatables and 84th Street Kids Stage will not be included in Summer Fete 2021. We hope to bring these popular options back in 2022.

Bring a few dollars to Summer Fete and pick up a t-shirt or button. Your donations and merchandise purchases help support Summer Fete. T-shirts are  $10 and buttons are $2. 

If you'd like to provide financial support to Summer Fete immediately, you can donate online!

Become a part of Summer Fete! The options below present even more avenues to get your name out to the thousands of people who attend Summer Fete each year. For more information or to become a sponsor, contact Mark Morrison at mmorrison@BloomingtonMN.gov(link sends e-mail) or 952-563-8895.

Main Stage sponsor - $5,000

Your organization will be named the Main Stage Sponsor for all publications distributed to residents, showcased during prior events and on the Summer Fete website. Primary Sponsor Banner will be created and placed prominently on the Main Stage. Reserved space near the Main Stage for a booth promoting your organization

84th Street Kids Stage sponsor - $2,500

Your organization will be named as the 84th Kids’ Stage Sponsor for all publications distributed to residents, showcased during prior events and on the Summer Fete website. Primary Sponsor Banner will be created and placed prominently on the 84th Street Kids’ Stage. Reserved space near the 84th Kids’ Stage for a booth to promote your organization

Carnival sponsor - $2,500

Your organization will be named the Carnival Area Sponsor for all publications distributed to residents, showcased during prior events and on the Summer Fete website. Primary Sponsor Banner will be created and placed prominently throughout the Carnival. Reserved space near the carnival for a booth to promote your organization.

Detonation sponsor - $500-999 

Your organization’s name will appear in a thank you ad placed in the Bloomington Briefing, which is distributed to Bloomington residents. Your organization will be thanked for your support at the event throughout the evening. Your organization’s name & logo will be displayed on a banner at the event. Reserved space in Sponsor Tent to promote your organization.

Stars and Stripes sponsor - $250-499

Your organization’s name will appear in a thank you ad placed in the Bloomington Briefing, which is distributed to Bloomington residents. Your organization will be thanked for your support at the event throughout the evening. Your organization’s name & logo will be displayed on a banner at the event.