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 |

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:
- Bean & Bacon Days in Augusta
- Chippewa River Trolley Co. holiday tours
- The Brewing Projekt's block party
- ... and plenty more! See our full list of activities here