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'Run for the Boom' in Minneapolis' Hot Dam 5K July 3
The 5K is part of Minneapolis' Fourth of July celebration and is a fundraiser for the fireworks fund.
The City of Minneapolis Park & Recreation Board is inviting locals to "run for the boom" during the Hot Dam 5K run at 6:30 p.m. July 3.
The event helps support the Minneapolis Firework Fund for the two-day Minneapolis Red, White and Boom Fourth of July celebration.
Pre-registration has already closed, however, runners can still register on the day of the race starting at 5:30 p.m. at Father Hennepin Bluffs Park. The cost is $40 for adults and $15 for youth ages 11 and under. The run will start at Nicollet Island, 420 Main St. SE.
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The Fourth of July celebration is held at sites along the downtown Minneapolis riverfront, and features live music, food, family activities and, of course the grand finale fireworks display. For more information, go to mplsredwhiteboom.com.
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