Summer Fete
Convenient parking will once again be available in the ramps at the adjacent Normandale Lake Office Park.
2021 Schedule
Music on the Main Stage
The main stage at the Bandshell will feature entertaining musical performances.
- Performer information and times coming soon!
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.
2021 Food Vendors
Summer Fete proudly 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!
2021 Event Map coming soon!
ZONE 1 - West side of the Bandshell
- Vendor list coming soon
ZONE 2 - 84th Street West of pedestrian bridge
- Vendor list coming soon
ZONE 3 - 84th Street East of pedestrian bridge
- Vendor list coming soon
ZONE 4 - Normandale Blvd South of 84th Street
- Vendor list coming soon
Map, closures, directions & parking
- 2019 map below for general illustration purposes only.
- 2021 map and information coming soon!
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.
Please note that 84th St is down to one lane in both directions between France Ave and Normandale Blvd.
Help Support Summer Fete
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 sponsor!
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 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.
