As the summer heat rolls in, so does the anticipation for the Coon Rapids annual 4th of July Celebration, a time-honored tradition featuring a parade, carnival, fireworks, and a smorgasbord of games and activities for the entire family. If you're aiming to be a part of the parade festivities, you'll want to get in on the action soon—registrations are currently underway, according to the City of Coon Rapids official announcement.
The celebration, which will stretch from July 2 through July 4 at Boulevard Plaza, 11002 Crooked Lake Blvd, is a hallmark event in the community, and the parade is one of its crown jewels, setting off at 6 p.m. on July 2 from 111th Avenue and Mississippi Boulevard, with participants lining up two hours prior, brimming with excitement, the buzz of the crowd, and floats ready to impress as judging is back on the agenda this year. A registration fee of $75 is required for those looking to join the jubilant procession, although bands and visiting royalty, with their pomp and spectacle, are granted an exemption.
But the parade is just one slice of the pie. Food vendors on wheels should take note: the celebration is calling for food trucks to tantalize the taste buds of revelers during the festivities. Each culinary convoy is expected to be prepped and ready to serve at 11 a.m. on each day of the event, and interested parties can find more information and sign-up details here.
Time is ticking for those wishing to showcase their parade entries, as the deadline to join the line-up is on the near horizon of June 18. Registration can not only be completed online, but it’s being highly encouraged; it's a simple click away for those ready to make a patriotic splash at this beloved civic event. So, whether you've got a float to flaunt, a band to boast, or a food truck to fire up, be sure not to miss your shot at being a vital part of Coon Rapids' proud expression of Independence Day revelry.
