We can’t wait to see you this year at the Target Fireworks! Join us Saturday, July 26, 2025 and enjoy one of the top five annual fireworks displays in the country. The fireworks begin at 10 pm. The Target Fireworks are a fully choreographed pyro-musical that times each firework pop to the beat of its soundtrack all the way down to 1/100th of a second. Enjoy this spectacular event along the Mississippi Riverfront on West River Parkway near Portland Avenue.

[Flashback Feature: In this 2016 interview, learn about how the Target Fireworks have a nostalgic twist for Zambelli designer Zach Taminosian, who credits a Minnesota tie with his love for designing fireworks displays and for enjoying working on this signature Aquatennial event each year]

Target Fireworks Fast Facts

• Typically uses more than 10,000 pounds of fireworks
• The Choreography process for the Target Fireworks takes anywhere from 2 to 4 hours of design time per minute of total show duration
• One of the top five largest fireworks show in the country
• Draws around 250,000 spectators to Downtown Minneapolis
• Come early to find a spot along the river—bring sunscreen for the afternoon and bug spray for the evening. It’s worth it to see a fantastic show!
• One of the best vantage points to take in the show is on the west side of the Mississippi River, along West River Parkway near Portland Avenue.
• Zambelli Fireworks is a full service fireworks display and pyrotechnics company.
• Since 1893 Zambelli Fireworks has been shooting over 2,300 displays annually