Friday, June 26, 2026
Car Show
Annual Dancin’ and Cruisin’ Classic Car Show
New Location – Apple Valley American Legion 1776
Where: Apple Valley American Legion 1776
14521 Granada Dr, Apple Valley, MN 55124
Time: 5-9 p.m.
Cars should arrive between 4-5 p.m.
No cars will be registered until 4 p.m.
Awards will be presented at 8:30 p.m.
Car Entry Fee: $20
Proceeds go toward our fundraising efforts.
Includes T-shirt, dash plaque, and first 150 vehicles receive a “goodie bag.” Awards will be presented.
Music at The Legion at 8 p.m. Update coming soon!
Food is served in the back parking lot by the American Legion Ladies Auxiliary.
The following links are from 2025. Updates coming soon!
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Saturday, June 27, 2026
A day of rest
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Sunday, June 28, 2026
A day of rest
Monday, June 29, 2026
A day of rest
Tuesday, June 30, 2026
A day of rest
Wednesday, July 1, 2026
Casting with the Cops at Cobblestone Lake Fishing Pier
Where: Cobblestone Lake – Fishing Pier
When: 5:30-7:30 p.m. (Pre-registration for each child is required)
Cost: Free
Bait and treats will be provided to all who attend.
Everyone who registers will be eligible to win great fishing prizes.
NOTE: K9 Demonstration moved to Friday, July 3, at 7 p.m. during Family Fun Night at Johnny Cake Park.
Register at https://tinyurl.com/35nf2va9
This event is sponsored by the MN Valley In-Fisherman Club.
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Thursday, July 2, 2026
Carnival
Time: 5-9:30 p.m.
Where: Johnny Cake Park East: 5800 140th St W – Apple Valley
Carnival rides return! $20 armband available for rides from 5-9 p.m.
Valley Vortex Skate Day
What: Event by Apple Valley Parks & Recreation and Zombie Boardshop
Where: Apple Valley Skatepark, 14421 Johnny Cake Ridge Road
Time: 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Come join Apple Valley Parks & Recreation and Zombie Boardshop for Valley Vortex Skate Day. Get ready for an evening of music, skating, prizes, and nonstop park vibes at the Apple Valley Skatepark! Whether you’re dropping in, cheering on friends, or just hanging out, this is the place to be.
Friday, July 3, 2026
Kiddie Parade
Celebrate the 250th anniversary of America’s independence! Children 12 years or under are invited to bring their bikes, trikes, scooters, strollers, wagons, and other ride-on toys! After walking the parade path, participants may park their “ride” in the corral and enjoy Family Fun Night at Johnny Cake Park East! Participating children will receive a goodie bag.
Kids are encouraged to cover their rides with fun Fourth of July colors and decorations!
Notes: Helmets are required for children on bikes and scooters. Please bring a bike lock and secure your own equipment.
Time: Check-in: 4:30 p.m. | Start: 5 p.m.
Where: Scott Highlands Middle School Parking Lot
Fee: Free! Registration required by June 28.
ROUTE: Scott Highlands Middle School to Johnny Cake Park East (0.4 miles)
Cub Foods Family Fun Night
Time: 5-9 p.m.
Where: Johnny Cake Park East: 5800 140th St W – Apple Valley
- Carnival rides, 5-9:30 p.m. $20 armband available for rides from 5-9 p.m.
- Apple Valley Police K9 Demonstration 7 p.m.
- Knockerballs + Inflatables – $5
https://knockerballstpaul.com
Located on soccer field A
- Petting Zoo – $5 per child (parents admitted free)
- Pony Rides – (Seeking a new provider for 2026, email [email protected])
- My Gym Lakeville ages 3 months to 10 years old – 5-5:30 p.m. spin wheel, and games; 5:30-5:50 p.m. demo with active warm-up, song, dance, obstacle course, 6-9 p.m. games.; 7:30-7:50 p.m. demo.
- Face painting
- Zuhrah Funsters
- Food trucks
- Vendor fair
- Kids dance
- Apple Valley Police and Fire units on site for tours!
- Fire Trucks
- Ambulance
- Police cars
- City of AV snowplows & street vehicles
- Dick’s Valley tow trucks
LOTS OF FUN FOR ALL!
Saturday, July 4, 2026
Fun Run:
Time: 8 a.m.
Where: New Location: Johnny Cake Park West, 14255 Johnny Cake Ridge Road, Activity Center Main Room
Info: The Freedom Days Fun Run kicks off at 8 a.m. at Johnny Cake Park West, 14225 Johnny Cake Ridge Road.
The event includes a 2-mile and 5-mile run.
People can register 6:30–7:30 a.m. on the day of the event, but they are asked to go online to sign up to save on the registration fee, and no T-shirt will be included as the deadline for that has passed.
Register for $15 per person at https://secure.rec1.com/MN/apple-valley-mn/catalog and search for Freedom Days. The race day fee is $30.
Red, White and Barbecue:
Time: 11 a.m.
Where: American Legion Post 1776, 14521 Granada Drive.
What: Outdoor event includes BBQ specials of 1/2 chicken meal for $14 and St. Louis BBQ ribs for $15. Meals come with sides. Inside the Legion, burgers with chips will be sold. Food will be served until 3 p.m. or until its gone. The bar closes at 8 p.m.
Apple Valley Freedom Days Parade:
Time: 1 p.m.
Where: Pennock Avenue at Fireside Drive (south of County Rd 42)
- The parade starts at Fireside Drive and Pennock Avenue
- The parade ends on Hayes Rd next to Apple Valley High School
- Remember – Items may not be placed on City of Apple Valley streets, boulevards, or sidewalks prior to 9 a.m. on July 3, per
Ordinance 96.06 (D). – click here for information - High School Bands, Drum and Bugle, Clowns, Horses, carriages, FAMILY FUN!!
Lost Child Locations:
Carnival
Time: 2-9 p.m. Note: change to time from previously listed.
Where: Johnny Cake Park East: 5800 140th St W – Apple Valley
Carnival rides return to Freedom Days! No armband ride special. Ticket sales will be on site.
Food Trucks:
Time: 3-9 p.m.
Where: Johnny Cake Park East: 5800 140th St W – Apple Valley
Why: People are encouraged to head to the park early for a picnic and fun in the park.
Pre-Fireworks Party:
Time: 6-9:30 p.m.
Where: Johnny Cake Park East: 5800 140th St W – Apple Valley
Featuring: Great music from Woody, 7-9:30 p.m.
- Music, dancing, games
- Food Vendors
- Playground for kids
FIREWORKS SHOW:
Time: After dusk (around 9:30 p.m. NEW TIME)
Where: Johnny Cake Park East: 5800 140th St W – Apple Valley
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Sunday, July 5, 2026
Fireworks Show (Rain Date)
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