Community firework displays are a big deal! According to Wallet Hub over 44% of Americans will attend a July 4th fireworks display. There are over 14,000 firework displays held each Fourth of July and the cost of hosting a municipal fireworks display ranges from $10,000 to $50,000.
Hailed as the best firework displays in the driftless region of northeast Iowa, southeast Minnesota, southwest Wisconsin, and northwest Illinois include:
June 29, 2024
Brownsville Days: Brownsville, MN, will celebrate the 4th of July with fireworks during the town’s annual Brownsville Days on Saturday, June 29. The fireworks are set to begin at dusk, at approximately 9:28 p.m. The fireworks are set to go off in the hi field behind the ballpark.
Onalaska, WI: Head to Onalaska on Saturday, June 29 to enjoy a full day of live music, the popular family fun zone for kids, a cornhole tournament, and the fireworks show at dusk.
July 3, 2024
Hesper, IA: This year’s event, Hesper Nite Lite Fireworks, is scheduled to take place on Wednesday, July 3, in the quaint village of Hesper, IA. The town folk welcome visitors to enjoy the spectacular display of bright lights with them starting at dusk, at 9:27 p.m.
July 4, 2024
Eitzen, MN: The town’s popular Fourth of July celebration, July 2-4, culminates on Thursday evening with fireworks at dusk, scheduled for 9:26 p.m. The display, valued at over $10,000 will illuminate the sky from 307 Iowa Ave. The three-day celebration is hosted by the Eitzen Lion’s Club.
Festina, IA: Start your day off at Festina’s 4th of July parade at 10:30 a.m. followed by a drive-thru chicken dinner at the town’s community center, and enjoy the town’s firework at show at dusk/dark.
Galena, IL: The red, white, and blue comes alive on July 4 on the plaza and in the town’s park with food, live entertainment, and games. The annual Fourth of July parade steps off at 5:30 p.m. The fireworks show will light up the sky at dusk creating a chorus of ooh, ahh, and wow.
Harmony, MN: On Thursday, July 4, Harmony hosts its annual fireworks display at North Park, starting at dusk (9:26 p.m.) Presented by the Harmony Volunteer Fire Department and sponsored by The City of Harmony, First Southeast Bank of Harmony and Canton, Harmony Fireman’s Relief Association, and Harmony Conservation Club. Check out the town’s chamber of commerce Facebook page for a complete list of activities during the city’s four-day event.
Harper’s Ferry, IA: Join the residents of Harper’s Ferry on the fourth for a roaring good time. Fireworks will go off at dusk (9:26 p.m.)
La Crosse, WI: On Thursday, July 4, La Crosse will shoot off fireworks during the town’s annual Riverfest celebration, 100 State Street, in downtown La Crosse. The fireworks will simultaneously light up the sky and the Mighty Mississippi River at dusk (9:26 p.m.).
Lansing, IA: The sky over Lansing lights up on July 4th at dusk (9:26 p.m.)
Monona, IA: Head to Monona on the 4th of July for their annual Family Fun Fest. Fireworks take place at dusk.
July 5, 2024
Cresco, IA: Don’t miss out on the fireworks display in Cresco on Friday, July 5 at the Prairie’s Edge Nature Center from 4:00–8:00 p.m. Plan on attending the Family Fun Night from 4:00–8:00 p.m.
July 6, 2024
Spillville, IA: On Saturday, July 6, the small Czech town of Spillville in northeast Iowa will hold its annual Fourth of July celebration at Riverside Park, 116 Bridge St. The festivities feature traditional 4th of July activities including a barbecue dinner, Little League tournament, 5K, bingo, kids’ games, and live entertainment. The day ends with the fireworks display at 9:30 p.m.
Be safe out there!
