The Best Places To Park and Watch Rochester’s Fireworks This Year

When the 4th of July shows up on the calendar, finding the perfect spot to see the fireworks is always top of mind.  If you are in the Rochester area and planning on catching the big fireworks display in the sky, below are some of the best areas to park.

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When Are The Fireworks This Year In Rochester, Minnesota?

Fireworks in Rochester this year are part of 4th Fest, a fun event at Soldiers Field Memorial Park.  The festivities start at 5:00 pm and end about 10:15 pm on July 4th, 2026 and you'll enjoy live music, food trucks and more.  Get directions to Soldier's Field here.

Learn More About The 4th Fest Event

See the full list of activities at 4th Fest in Rochester, including the live bands, at the Facebook event page here.

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Top Spots To Park in Rochester, Minnesota For An Amazing View Of The Fireworks

If you aren't planning on bringing a blanket or chair to watch the fireworks at Soldier's Field Park, below are a few other parking ideas that are favorites for Rochester residents.

Top of the Parking Ramps: This idea tends to be a pretty popular one among Rochester residents. Below are a few of the closest city ramps that are open to the public.

• Parking Ramp 6 - 1st Street Southeast, Rochester, MN 55904
• 1st Street Parking Ramp - 13 2nd St SE, Rochester, MN 55904
• Civic Center Parking Ramp - 100 1st Ave SE, Rochester, MN 55904
• 2nd Street Parking Ramp - 14 2nd St SE, Rochester, MN 55904
• 3rd Street Parking Ramp - 100 3rd St SW, Rochester, MN 55902

Below are a few other parking lots that are favorites on the 4th of July:

Apache Mall - US Hyw 52 and US-14

Old Kmart Parking Lot - Now Mayo Clinic Parking

Circle K by the Government Center

Savers/Chick-fil-A - Parking Lot in this area

Graham Park- Parking Lot

Acme Tools (old Toys R Us) - Parking lot

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