Summer Fete
Summer Fete 2026
Join us Friday, July 3, 5:00 - 10:30 p.m. for what has become the true "ringing in" of Independence Day in the Twin Cities.
This festival, which culminates in one of the State of Minnesota's largest fireworks displays, takes place annually on July 3 at Normandale Lake Park, W. 84th Street and Normandale Blvd.
2026 Main Stage Schedule
- 5 - 8 p.m.: The Covers, the Twin Cities premier party band!
- 8 - 8:20 p.m.: Fun and Games with your Summer Fete Emcee.
- 8:30 - 8:45 p.m. Angelica Cantanti Youth Choirs, national anthem and remarks from Mayor Tim Busse.
- 8:45 - 10 p.m.: Bloomington Symphony Orchestra.
- 10:10 p.m.: One of Minnesota's biggest and best annual fireworks extravaganzas!
All times approximate.
Fireworks at Dusk
Capping another great evening of Summer Fete fun is the annual fireworks display. It starts around dusk – shortly after 10 p.m.
The pyrotechnics this year will continue our tradition as one of the best and biggest fireworks shows in the state. Bloomington's fireworks displays are one of the few to feature 10-inch shells!
Look towards the Hyland Lake Ski Jump from virtually anywhere around the event site to see this spectacular aerial display launched from Chalet Road.
Summer Fete features culinary delights for almost any taste. There are old favorites, classic festival options and some new choices this year!
2026 Food and Beverage Options
Alphabetical
- 612 Teppanyaki Japanese Grill
- Amazing Momo
- Banh Sizzle
- Ben and Jerry’s Ice Cream
- Brick Oven Bus Pizza
- California Dip & Eat
- Coastal Coolers
- Drew’s Mini Donuts
- Eggroll Queen
- El Mexicano Grill
- Fair Faves
- Greek Gourmet
- HaDa Foodie
- Hometown Creamery
- Hydration Shuttle
- I & E Treats
- KCM Eggrolls
- Kona Ice Twin Cities
- Kurbside Ice Company
- Minnesnowii Shave Ice
- Minne Tea
- Momo Express
- Muddy Tiger Indian Street Food
- Pawpaw's Snoballs
- Potter's Pasties
- Russell's Traveling Kitchen
- Samurai Teppanyaki
- Sincerely Eats
- Sizzling Wagon
- Soul to Soul BBQ
- Street Eats Grill
- Taqueria el Patron
- Thai Boat 89
- Thai Thai Street Food
- Tikka Flavors
- Tot Boss
By Zone
Zone A
- Coming soon
Zone B
- Coming soon
Zone C
- Coming soon
Zone D
- Coming soon
2026 details coming soon!
The 84th Street Kids' Stage and Family Fun Zone will feature the best in family-friendly entertainment. Check out the schedule below and plan for an evening of high-energy fun!
2025 Kids' Stage Schedule
- 5 - 5:30 p.m. - DJ music.
- 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. - Sticks & Tones.
- 6:50 - 8:20 p.m. - Rachael Kroog's patriotic kids' show.
- 8:40 - dark - Dance Party with Zach
All times approximate.
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.
Traffic and Path Change Schedule
- 84th Street Bandshell Parking Lot is closed to public parking on July 3.
- Chalet Road parking lot and Chalet Road from 84th Street to Normandale Lake Drive/Sandro Road closes at 10 a.m.
- All access to the west side of Normandale Lake closes at 10 a.m.
- Right lane of eastbound 84th Street between Chalet/East Bush Lake Road and Normandale Blvd. closes at 2 p.m. All of eastbound 84th Street between Chalet/East Bush Lake Road and Normandale Blvd., and westbound 84th street west of Normandale Lake Blvd. to Chalet/East Bush Lake Road, closes at 5 pm.
Parking
- Free parking is available in the Normandale Lake Office Park ramps (8500, 8400, 8300, 8000 towers).
- Handicapped parking is available on the first level of the 8500 Tower parking ramp and will be marked and reserved accordingly. Limited spaces also available in the 84th Street parking lot.
2026 merch coming soon!
Purchase Summer Fete 2025 Merchandise!
Merchandise purchases help support Summer Fete every year! Bring a few dollars to Summer Fete and pick up this year's t-shirt and button.
- Buttons: $2
- T-Shirts: $15
- Youth Sizes: Small, Medium, Large
- Adult Sizes: Small, Medium, Large, Extra Large, 2XL
Don't want to wait until July 3 to get your gear? Advance purchases are available June 23 - 30, 2025 during regular business hours (8 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.) at the Parks and Recreation Department on the first floor of Bloomington Civic Plaza, 1800 West Old Shakopee Road.
Summer Fete is presented annually as part of the summer Arts in the Parks series. Visit blm.mn/artsparks to see the extensive schedule of fun, free performances and events at parks and other locations throughout Bloomington.