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Fourth of July in the Valley: Fireworks Times & Activities

check out what to do, where to do it, and where the rockets will glare red on America's 249th birthday

V1 Staff, photos by Lee Butterworth |

LOOK UP! Enjoy a variety of places and spaces to view the 4th of July fireworks here in the Chippewa Valley. (Photo via Visit Eau Claire)
LOOK UP! Enjoy a variety of places and spaces to view the 4th of July fireworks here in the Chippewa Valley.

Happy 249th birthday America! The Chippewa Valley always has a wide array of activities and events to celebrate 4th of July. And, as usual, we've got you covered.


Fireworks Times

Chippewa Falls: Riverfront Park (12 S. Bridge St., Chippewa Falls) at 10pm 
Featuring a kids market, 8 food trucks, balloon animals, bounce houses and more, from 6-9pm.
Learn more here

Eau Claire: Launched from High Bridge at 10:05pm
There are ideal viewing locations all over the city. Check out viewing locations here.

Menomonie: Wakanda Park (909 Pine Ave. E., Menomonie) at 10pm
A full day of activities leads up to Menomonie's fireworks show. Kicking off at 8am with a fun run, The Dweebs will perform live from 3-10pm; old timey themed events held at Rassbach Museum; a baseball game; pudding feed; pickleball tournament; food trucks and a beer garden; and kid-friendly activities and vendors.
Learn more here.


Activities

There's a ton to do to celebrate July 4th in the Chippewa Valley: