Many July 4th fireworks displays have fizzled out or gone virtual because of the coronavirus pandemic. Here are some of the fireworks and patriotic events taking place Saturday in the Twin Cities and beyond.
In the metro area:
Chanhassen
The Chanhassen Rotary will sponsor a historic-plane flyover from 2:30-4 p.m. today and fireworks at 10 p.m. Lake Ann Park will close at 5 p.m., so spectators are asked to enjoy from their homes or cars. ci.chanhassen.mn.us/272/4th-of-July-Celebration.
Chaska
Although the usual activities surrounding the holiday (parade, fun run and petting zoo) have been halted, fireworks will be shown at 10 p.m. at McKnight Park over Lake Jonathan. The city encourages social distancing. facebook.com/CityofChaskaMN/
Eagan
The city will replay 2019's Funfest parade from 10 a.m. until 10 p.m. Fireworks playback will start at 10 p.m. on ETV's Community Channel Comcast Cable 859, Eagan-tv.com and Facebook and YouTube channels.
Edina
The city is holding a virtual parade featuring clips from community and entertainment groups. It will air at 10 a.m. on Comcast channel 15-16 and the city's YouTube channel.
Forest Lake
The Forest Lake 4th of July Celebration Facebook page will have community-submitted videos and photos that salute front-line workers. ci.forest-lake.mn.us/190/4th-of-July.
Ham Lake
Fireworks at dusk. Lions Park, 1220 157th Av. NE. ci.ham-lake.mn.us.
In Greater Minnesota:
Blooming Prairie
Fireworks can be seen from home and cars at dusk over Victory Field.