Fourth of July Celebration

July 4, 2026

Fireworks at Ward and Sylvania Park
Don’t miss one of the biggest fireworks displays in Minnesota! The show starts at dusk on July 4, viewable from both Ward and Sylvania Parks. Hosted by the Fairmont Firefighter’s Association. Love the fireworks? Consider making a donation to help keep this spectacular show going for years to come!

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4th of July Boat Parade
Join the Annual Boat Parade on Fairmont’s Chain of Lakes! Starts at 11 AM!
📍 Route: Chain of Lakes Yacht Club → Ambiance on Albion → Channel Inn → Marina Lodge
🎉 Free to enter!
🏆 Prizes Available! Register by Tuesday, July 1 to qualify.

Fairmont City Band at Sylvania Park
Enjoy a free, live performance by the Fairmont City Band at the historic 100-year-old bandshell in Sylvania Park! Made up of 40–50 local musicians of all ages, the band performs a mix of patriotic music, show tunes, pop, and more. Bring your own chair or find a spot on the park benches and soak in this Fairmont tradition! Performance starts at 8 PM!

Chain of Lakes Yacht Club Breakfast
Start your 4th of July with a classic lakeside breakfast hosted by the Chain of Lakes Yacht Club at 11 AM! Enjoy pancakes, sausage, and eggs served by friendly CLYC board members—right by the beach!
💵 Suggested donation: $10/person and $5/child.
📍 Open to members

Live Music
Marina Lodge – Luke Richards | 1- 5 PM

Medallion Hunt
🎉Get ready for the first-ever Fairmont Chamber 4th of July Medallion Hunt, sponsored by CCF Bank!

💰 Find the hidden medallion and win $100 in Chamber Bucks!

Here’s how it works:
📍 The medallion is hidden within the City of Fairmont.
🕐 There will be a total of 4 clues, starting with the first one posted at 1:00 PM on the Fairmont Area Chamber of Commerce Facebook page, with additional clues released hourly until all 4 clues are released.
📸 The first person to post a photo with the medallion on the Fairmont Chamber Facebook page wins!