13th Annual 4th of July Bike Criterium

Celebrate Independence Day in Northfield and take in the rush of adrenalin as cyclists speedily maneuver through the streets of town to compete in the popular 4th of July Bike Criterium. Racing begins at 9:00 a.m. with the final race of the day starting at 4:30 p.m. This is a great spectator sport to bring your family to! A carnival takes place from 5-7 p.m., sponsored by St. Dominic Church and the City of Northfield, offers fun games, face paintings, and prizes for children. The carnival will be by the downtown post office. A kiddie parade starts at 6:00 p.m. over at Econofoods leading down to the carnival. The final celebration concludes with fireworks at the Middle School grounds starting at nights’ fall. (approx. 10:00 p.m.)

• Bike races: 9 a.m. to 6:00 p.m. in downtown Northfield
• Carnival (by the downtown post office 5 p.m. - 7 p.m.)
• Kiddie parade (line up by Econofoods, parade starts at 6:00 p.m.)
• Fireworks show (inbetween the Middle School and Bridgewater Elem.) approx. 10:00 p.m.

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