Marquette County Exchange Club's Food Fest will run Thursday July 3 - Friday, July 4 in. Mattson Lower Harbor Park. *** Fireworks will be Thursday, July 3 at Dusk. *** The Kiwanis Club of Marquette Parade will be on Friday, July 4 at 2 p.m. *** Discover the best July 4th fireworks displays in Marquette MI for 2024. Explore family-friendly events, local festivities, and where to view spectacular fireworks in Marquette this Independence Day. Get ready for a spectacular Fourth of July weekend in Michigan's Upper Peninsula, with a vibrant lineup of events stretching from Marquette to Ironwood. From dazzling fireworks displays and patriotic parades to live music and local festivals, the Yoop is the place to be for Independence Day celebrations from Thursday, July 3, to Monday, July 7, 2025. Here is a sorted list of the most The Marquette fireworks show will be accompanied by a countdown laser show on the historic Lower Harbor Ore Dock on July 3rd, with a rain date of July 4. If you would like to view both, fireworks and lasers, Mattson Lower Harbor Park will be the best viewing location. The colorful explosions will start at dusk, so you’ll want to make sure you Celebrate Independence Day with the top fireworks shows and Fourth of July events across Northern Michigan. Experience exciting events this summer in Marquette County, Michigan. Find 4th of July celebrations, blueberry festivals, art fairs, and races like Ore To Shore. MARQUETTE, Mich. (WLUC) - Thursday, the Fourth of July, celebrations begin with Freedom Fest. Family activities, live music, food, and fireworks at dusk will be at Lower Harbor Park in Marquette Welcome to the Marquette Fourth of July Celebration blog. Check back here for updates about the 2025 Fourth of July parade, fireworks, and Freedom Fest. Marquette’s annual Fourth of July Parade features local businesses, organizations, and performers. Experience a magical display of fireworks launched from the historic Ore Dock at Mattson Lower Harbor in Marquette. For a sensory-friendly alternative, be sure to check out our Ore Dock Laser Show! Rules & Helpful Information In case of inclement weather on July 3, 2025, the fireworks display will be rescheduled for the evening of July 4, 2025 at dusk. Dusk occurs between 10:30 and 10:45 PM, so head down to the Lakefront or Mattson Lower Harbor Park to catch a glimpse of the 2025 Marquette Fireworks Show. Experience the Marquette Fourth of July Parade—featuring floats, music, and community spirit in a fun-filled celebration for all ages. Here is what you need to know as you celebrate the nation’s independence, including state fireworks laws, public shows, travel outlook and weather forecasts. What you can — and can’t — do with fireworks in Michigan Under Michigan law, people can set off fireworks between 11 a.m. and 11:45 p.m. through July 5. Fireworks can legally be set off between 11 a.m. and 11:45 p.m. through July 5. Local governments cannot restrict usage during this period but can allow additional days or hours. Fireworks must be used only on private property. It is illegal to set off fireworks on public spaces like streets, sidewalks, schools or churches. Violations may result in fines of up to $500. Store-bought, consumer MARQUETTE, MI – Laser light shows will again illuminate Marquette’s historic ore dock during the Upper Peninsula city’s Fourth of July celebrations. The iconic Lower Harbor Ore Dock will be lit Experience a dazzling alternative to fireworks with the Fourth of July Laser Show on the historic Ore Dock! Visible from Mattson Lower Harbor Park, this vibrant display offers a mesmerizing blend of light and color, creating a stunning celebration without the noise. Marquette, MI – April 18, 2024 – The Marquette 4th of July Celebration Committee is rolling out the schedule for the Queen City’s Independence Day events. Committee Fundraising Chair Chris Durley spoke about the fireworks and much more today with Mark & Walt in the Morning. Celebrate the Fourth of July in Northern Michigan with small-town festivals, dazzling fireworks, and activities for the whole family. In case of inclement weather on July 3, 2025, the fireworks display will be rescheduled for the evening of July 4, 2025 at dusk. Dusk occurs between 10:30 and 10:45 PM, so head down to the Lakefront or Mattson Lower Harbor Park to catch a glimpse of the 2025 Marquette Fireworks Show. MARQUETTE, Mich. (WLUC) - The Fourth of July promises to be a great time across the country. The city of Marquette has a full lineup of events planned for Friday. Every year, thousands of people Marquette County Exchange Club's Food Fest will run Thursday July 3 - Friday, July 4 in Mattson Lower Harbor Park. *** Fireworks will be Thursday, July 3 at Dusk *** The Kiwanis Club of Marquette Parade will be on Friday, July 4 at 2 p.m.
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