‘Red, White & Boom’ events in Minneapolis canceled due to weather
A file photo of downtown Minneapolis. (KSTP/File)
“Red, White & Boom” events scheduled in Minneapolis to mark the Fourth of July have been canceled due to weather, organizers said Monday.
Meteorologist Matt Serwe says to expect locally heavy rains, with the potential for gusty winds and small hail as thunderstorms move through.
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Organizers for the “Red, White & Boom” race, the “TC Kids Sparkler Dash,” and corresponding festival events said the threat of those severe storms forced cancellations.
Organizers said although Twin Cities in Motion has a “no refund” policy, runners who paid for their entry will receive a $10 credit and can expect that credit code in email by July 31.
Runners can pick up their participation shirt and/or medal at the Twin Cities in Motion office, from July 12-15, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
“We are disappointed to be unable to host today’s event for you, but safety of participants and volunteers will always be Twin Cities In Motion’s primary concern,” organizers said in a statement.
Previously, Minneapolis city officials said the “Red, White & Boom” fireworks show will not take place this year, citing construction and staffing shortages.