How to Celebrate America 250 in Minnesota

Fireworks above Lake Superior from the Grand Marais shore / David R. Johnson

 

On July 4, 2026, our nation will commemorate and celebrate the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence. The journey toward this historic milestone is an opportunity to pause and reflect on our nation’s past, honor the contributions of all Americans, and look ahead toward the future we want to create for the next generation and beyond.

Here are some of the ways you can celebrate America250 in communities around the state.