A roundup of 4th of July events in Cook County and Grand Portage
Jun 29, 2026 05:48AM ● By Editor
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By Boreal Community Media - June 29, 2026
Below is a listing of 4th of July activities taking place throughout Cook County. All event details are subject to change by specific organizers due to weather, etc.
Devil's Track Lake:
The annual Devil Track Boat Parade kicks off Saturday, July 4th, at 1:30 p.m., with boaters beginning to line up at 1 p.m. in front of Skyport Lodge’s dock.
Grand Marais:
Fireworks over the Grand Marais harbor on July 4th at dusk.
Grand Portage:
July 3 & 4: Rock the Lake. This is a free event! Bring your own chair or blanket.
Fireworks will take place over the Grand Portage harbor on July 4th at dusk.
Hovland Arts Festival:
The Hovland Arts Festival showcases 40–50 local artists, live music, storytelling, food, and a warm, small‑town community vibe. This will be held on July 4 & 5 from 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. at the Hovland Town Hall.
Schroeder Town Hall:
Schroeder Fire Department Pancake Breakfast from 8:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
Tofte Town Hall/Park:
9:00 a.m: Tofte Trek Begins at the Birch Grove Community Center
11:00 a.m: Festivities begin which include live music, arts and craft show, bouncy houses, food, and beer garden
2:00 p.m: Parade starts
10:00 p.m.: Fireworks at Tofte Town Park
If you have events that are not listed above, please send them to [email protected] if you would like to have them added to this list. Have a safe and happy 4th of July!
By Boreal Community Media - June 29, 2026
Below is a listing of 4th of July activities taking place throughout Cook County. All event details are subject to change by specific organizers due to weather, etc.
Devil's Track Lake:
The annual Devil Track Boat Parade kicks off Saturday, July 4th, at 1:30 p.m., with boaters beginning to line up at 1 p.m. in front of Skyport Lodge’s dock.
Grand Marais:
Fireworks over the Grand Marais harbor on July 4th at dusk.
Grand Portage:
July 3 & 4: Rock the Lake. This is a free event! Bring your own chair or blanket.
Fireworks will take place over the Grand Portage harbor on July 4th at dusk.
Hovland Arts Festival:
The Hovland Arts Festival showcases 40–50 local artists, live music, storytelling, food, and a warm, small‑town community vibe. This will be held on July 4 & 5 from 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. at the Hovland Town Hall.
Schroeder Town Hall:
Schroeder Fire Department Pancake Breakfast from 8:00 a.m. - 10:00 a.m.
Tofte Town Hall/Park:
9:00 a.m: Tofte Trek Begins at the Birch Grove Community Center
11:00 a.m: Festivities begin which include live music, arts and craft show, bouncy houses, food, and beer garden
2:00 p.m: Parade starts
10:00 p.m.: Fireworks at Tofte Town Park
If you have events that are not listed above, please send them to [email protected] if you would like to have them added to this list. Have a safe and happy 4th of July!
