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Before the fireworks take to the sky, Minnesotans will celebrate Independence Day in a myriad of ways across the state.

 got a lot of suggestions from folks all over the state.

We picked the best and invite you to add yours in the comment section.

 -- Parade. Follow it up with a slice of Mary Etta's 

https://twitter.com/TWilliamD/status/352429074234343424

 -- Cannon Salute & Patriotic Speech begins which is part of the 

, "Go to Fort Snelling and celebrate our independence with a historic twist!"

 -- 1860s fashion showcase presented by the Living History Society as part of the Minnesota History Center's salute to the 

 of the Battle of Gettysburg and the fall of Vicksburg program.

, "The Blooming Prairie Fourth of July hometown parade, it is the best in the state!"

 -- Magic The Gathering tournament begins at 

 a convention bringing together science fiction and fantasy geeks.

https://twitter.com/PrinceJvstin/status/352428277740212224

 -- 4th of July underwear bike ride, swim and dance: 

 -- Disaster Bird takes the stage at Mill Ruins Park as part of the 

 the "Minneapolis Central Riverfront - Several races, a lot of activity and of course, Red White and Boom! Activities start tonight. No one that is a citizen of Mpls should not experience the river - we are so much more than a city of lakes!"

https://twitter.com/PropTartMN/status/352433023146401793

Oh yeah, and don't forget the things that go boom in the night.

MPR News intern Nicole Oran contributed to this post

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Before the fireworks take to the sky, Minnesotans will celebrate Independence Day in a myriad of ways across the state. Statewide: Where to see fireworks in Minnesota MPR News’ Facebook page and the MN Today Twitter feed got a lot of suggestions from folks all over the state. We picked the best and invite you…

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