Summer is on the way, and you know what that means…It’s time to start preparing for our 4th of July Events!
Here are the latest details:
4th of July Parade
The Side Lake Parade will take place on Saturday, July 4. Lineup will begin at 8:30 a.m., with road closures along the parade route starting at 9:30 a.m. The parade will begin promptly at 10:00 a.m. We will enjoy the same parade route as in previous years.
Applications for parade entry will be available at CC Camp and the Side Lake Store. Please return completed applications to either of these locations by Friday, July 3. If you happen to miss pre-registration, same-day registration will be available at the parade lineup on the corner of Rudstrom Rd. and Sturgeon Rd. If you plan to participate in parade judging, you must register before 9:30 a.m. on July 4. All floats must sign in at the registration table prior to lineup.
This year, we will be celebrating our nation’s 250th anniversary: “Salute to America: Celebrating 250 Years of Freedom.”
The Hibbing High School Band will be joining us again this year!
Nominations for Grand Marshal are being accepted via email at sidelakeevents@gmail.com. Please submit nominations for Grand Marshal by June 15, 2026.
Please email sidelakeevents@gmail.com with any questions or to inquire about volunteer opportunities.
Firecracker 5K
The 7th annual Firecracker 5K will take place on Friday, July 3 at 9:00 a.m. at Bimbo’s Octagon, 7626 Highway 5, Side Lake, MN. The scenic course takes runners through local neighborhoods, with views of the lakes and northern pines.
This year’s theme celebrates our nation’s 250th anniversary: “Salute to America: Celebrating 250 Years of Freedom.”
Registration for the Side Lake Firecracker 5K is currently open through RunSignup.
Register online at: https://runsignup.com/Race/MN/
Register before June 15 to be guaranteed a T-shirt and a sticker commemorating this year’s events in Side Lake. Race swag is limited, so sign up today!
Register before July 1 to be eligible for the race discount.
- Cost (adult, 18 and up): $25
- Cost (child, 17 and under): $20
Same-day registration will be available beginning at 7:00 a.m. (race discount does not apply to same-day registration). We will do our best to have race apparel available for additional purchase on the day of the event, but availability is not guaranteed.
Please email sidelakeevents@gmail.com with any questions or to inquire about volunteer opportunities.
