Fridley '49er Days 2023

Pre-Parade Party

Commons Park | Thursday, June 15 from 4-7 p.m.
Join Fridley Parks & Recreation and a variety of Fridley organizations and businesses for a 49er Pre-Parade Party! Play carnival games, try out all of the inflatable obstacles, slides, and bouncers, and dance your heart out with our DJ!  Vendors and food trucks (4 p.m. -9:00 p.m.) will also be present.

The Fridley Fun Run begins at 6:25 p.m. No pre-registration, register on-site. Meet at St. Phillips Church (6180 MN-65, Fridley, MN 55432).  Run on the parade route in front of the Fridley '49er Days Parade, then watch the parade when you finish. 

'49er Days Food Trucks at Commons Park:

• La Cochinita - Bringing the flavors of Southern Mexico to Minnesota and serving food from scratch with love.
• Youniverse Foodie - Tastiest waffles in the Youniverse! 
• Pizza Karma - Pizza with the highest quality ingredients and flavors from around the world on signature Tandoor-fired crust.
• Café Cairo - A Greek and Egyptian food truck that is Specialized in Mediterranean Cuisine Such as Gyros, Falafel, Chicken Shawarma and more.
• Flamingos Ice Cream - A local artisan ice cream and treats shop.
• Fathouse BBQ and Qabmib - Slow Smoked BBQ Classics as well as great new twisted BBQ along with Asian dishes. 

Fridley Lions '49er Parade 

Route starts at the corner of 61st Avenue and 7th Street | Thursday, June 15 at 6:30 p.m.
The '49er Days Parade will be held rain or shine on Thursday, June 15 at 6:30 p.m.

We are now accepting parade entry forms on a first come, first serve basis. The deadline to submit an application to enter the parade is May 15, 2023 and limited to 100 units. View parade entry forms. 

For more information about the '49er Days Parade and to submit your parade entry form, please email Jim Kostick. 

View parade road closures and neighborhood entrances and exits

• The Parade begins at the corner of 7^th Street and 61^st Avenue and travels north to Mississippi Street, then travels East to Able Street and then South on Able Street. 
• The parade ends at West Moore Lake Drive near the Fridley Middle School. 
• Neighborhood exits are located at Rice Creek Terrace, 68^th Avenue, Brookview Drive, 63^rd Avenue and at the corner of Mississippi and 7^th Street.  

Benefit Car Show

Friendly Chevrolet (7501 Highway 65 NE) | Friday, June 16 from 5-8 p.m.

Free entry for spectators! There will also be food trucks and music by Tunes to Go. 

Car owners can register the day of the show only for $10 per car. All proceeds will benefit Fridley Youth Wrestling. 

For more information, contact Ryan at workdrafter@yahoo.com or visit MSMA.net. Hosted by MSMA, proud member of Gopher State Timing Association. 

View the Car Show Flyer

'49er Days Food Trucks at Commons Park:

• La Cochinita - Bringing the flavors of Southern Mexico to Minnesota and serving food from scratch with love.
• Youniverse Foodie - Tastiest waffles in the Youniverse! 
• Fathouse BBQ and Qabmib - Slow Smoked BBQ Classics as well as great new twisted BBQ along with Asian dishes. 

Music and More

Commons Park | Saturday, June 17 from 2-10 p.m.
Join us for a day full of fun activities! 

• Bingo | 2-4 p.m.
• Food Trucks | 2-10 p.m.
• Beer & Wine Tents | 
• Kids Activities | 2-7 p.m.
• Artist Show/Sale | 2-7 p.m. 
• Fridley City Band | 3 p.m. 
• All School Class Reunion | 6 p.m. 
• Salsa Del Soul Salsa Band & Salsa Instruction | 4-6:30 p.m.
• Power of 10 Band | 7 p.m.- dusk
• Fireworks | Dusk

'49er Days Food Trucks at Commons Park:

• La Cochinita - Bringing the flavors of Southern Mexico to Minnesota and serving food from scratch with love.
• Youniverse Foodie - Tastiest waffles in the Youniverse! 
• Sumo Smoh - Egg rolls, fried rice, cheese wontons, dumplings and more. 
• O.G. Rollin' Nolen's BBQ - A variety of BBQ options, chicken wings and much more! 
• Ekbom Food Concessions - Offerings include hamburgers, hot dogs, tacos, breakfast sandwiches, waffles, pancakes, fries, cheese curds, dessert and more. 

Volunteers Needed!

Fridley ’49er Days is organized by a non-profit group of volunteers. It takes many helping hands to host a community festival. If you are interested in volunteering, please submit a volunteer application.

Fridley ’49er Days is made possible by the ’49er Days Committee volunteers, the Fridley Lions, Twin Cities Gateway and our sponsors.

Vendors

Vendor space is available. If you are interested in participating, please submit a vendor application.