Get ready to celebrate the red, white, and blue, Bloomington style, at the upcoming Summer Fete on July 3. Normandale Lake Park is gearing up to host an evening packed with patriotism and family fun, from 5 p.m. to 10:30 p.m., as they pay tribute to Independence Day amidst Minnesotan tradition, as per the Bloomington Police Department, MN.
The event promises to offer a cornucopia of over 30 food and beverage options to satisfy all your cravings. And for those looking to get fully immersed in the celebratory spirit, the 84th Street Kids' Stage is set to feature performances that kids will be sure to remember. According to the Bloomington Police Department, MN, acts like Hooperina, Todd 'n' Tina, and Rachael Kroog will take the stage, ensuring that the fun will definitively roll on throughout the evening.
The Family Fun Zone is billed as a haven for more youthful revelers, complete with face painting, balloon animals, and even robots. Meanwhile, music aficionados can groove to the tunes of The Covers, one of Minnesota's leading cover bands, followed by the Bloomington Symphony Orchestra taking the Bandshell Main Stage, as stated by Bloomington Police Department, MN. These performances are set to provide a perfect auditory backdrop to the evening before the crescendo of fireworks lights up the night sky.
Such a massive event wouldn't be possible without a litany of sponsors and donors. Big names like Bloomington Minnesota Travel & Tourism and Geritom Medical stand out as "Detonation Sponsors," with other noteworthy contributions coming from businesses like Mathnasium and T-Mobile, as well as Nine Mile Creek Senior Living and Raindance Sprinkler Systems, showing their support as "Stars & Stripes Sponsors." Further support for the Family Fun Zone comes from Quantum Fiber, with the Facebook post adding, "Your generosity makes Summer Fete happen!"
