LOCAL 10: What Hastings Should Know Today — Saturday, July 4th, 2026
Happy 4th of July! Photo by Ashley Media
Happy Fourth, Hastings. Saturday, July 4th is shaping up as a warm, unsettled Independence Day, with a high near 80°F, a chance of showers and thunderstorms, and showers likely later in the day.
That means today’s LOCAL 10 is built for flexible planning: check the sky, check the source, and keep the neighborly spirit moving. Here’s what Hastings should know today — from the Fourth in Hastings schedule and farmers market hours to pets, shakes, parade notes, music, theater, and a little America 250 cake.
Today in Hastings in 10 Seconds
Hastings has a full July 4th mood today: community celebration plans, morning market shopping, warm and unsettled weather, pet-safety reminders, local deals, parade energy, and a few “check before you go” links. Keep an eye on the radar, give yourself a little extra flexibility, and use the original source links for the latest details.
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1. Fourth in Hastings: concert, parade, gathering, fireworks
Source: Visit Hastings MN
The biggest planning link of the day is the Fourth in Hastings update from Visit Hastings MN, with the day’s main celebration pieces: the Freedom Concert, parade, community gathering, and fireworks. Because today’s forecast is unsettled, this is the one to keep handy before heading out. If timing, weather, or event details shift, the source post is the best place to check first.
Why it matters: This is the central July 4th planning item for Hastings residents and visitors.
2. Hastings Farm Market is open July 4 from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.
The Hastings Farmers Market is a delightful place to visit on Tuesdays and Saturdays at Westview Mall in Hastings, Minnesota, offering fresh local produce, artisan goods, and a friendly community atmosphere. Image by HastingsNow.com
Source: Hastings Farm Market
Before the parade chairs, fireworks plans, or “should we still go?” weather conversations take over the day, the Hastings Farm Market says it is open Saturday, July 4th from 8 a.m. to 1 p.m. It is a useful morning stop for fresh food, local vendors, and one more small-town errand before the holiday schedule gets rolling.
Why it matters: It gives residents a clear, useful morning option on a holiday when hours can be easy to miss.
3. Keep pets safe and cool during the holiday weekend
Local image by HastingsNow.com
Source: Town & Country Veterinary Services
Town & Country Veterinary Services shared a timely reminder about keeping pets safe and cool during summer heat. With warm, humid weather and July 4th activity in the mix, this is a good day to think ahead: shade, water, heat, noise, and whether your pet is better off resting somewhere calm while the town celebrates.
Why it matters: Holiday weekends can be stressful for pets, and a little planning can prevent a lot of trouble.
Seven Quick Hits
4. $4 shakes for July 4 only
Hometown Dairy Image by HastingsNow.com
Source: Hometown Dairy
Hometown Dairy has a July 4-only shake special: $4 shakes. Since this is a same-day deal, check the source for hours and availability before making a special trip.
Check the source for latest details →
5. Nathan Griner plays a July 4 acoustic show at Scab’s Place
Source: Nathan Griner
Looking for local live music after the daytime plans? Nathan Griner shared that he is playing an acoustic show Saturday, July 4th at Scab’s Place. Check the original update for the latest show details.
6. July 4 weekend deals and a Weber giveaway
Visit Hometown Ace Hardware in Hastings, Minnesota, and pick up a brand-new Weber grill to upgrade your backyard cookouts. Photo by HastingsNow.com
Source: Hometown Ace Hardware - Hastings
Hometown Ace Hardware - Hastings has July 4 weekend deals and a Weber giveaway running through Sunday, July 5th. If you are making a home, patio, grill, or yard stop this weekend, check the source for current details and rules.
7. Watch for Redefine in the 7 p.m. Fourth parade
Redefine Mental Health & Wellness, featured at the Downtown Hastings Halloween Candy Crawl 2025. Photo by HastingsNow.com
Source: Redefine Mental Health & Wellness
Redefine Mental Health & Wellness shared that they will be part of the Fourth parade at 7 p.m. Saturday, July 4th. If you are heading downtown for the parade, keep an eye out and check the source for any updates.
8. Matilda tickets are on sale; watch for the BDT parade float
Source: Black Dirt Theater
Black Dirt Theater shared two useful notes: watch for the BDT float in today’s parade, and tickets are on sale for Matilda, with performances scheduled July 24th through August 1st. Check the source for ticket details.
9. Free Pet Wellness Clinic helped 58 pets from 42 families
Source: Hastings Family Service
Hastings Family Service shared a community-good recap from its Free Pet Wellness Clinic, which helped 58 pets from 42 families. It is not a “go today” item, but it is a strong local signal of neighbors helping neighbors.
10. Limited-time America 250 cake slice
Source: Broadway Bar & Pizza Hastings
Broadway Bar & Pizza Hastings has a limited-time America 250 cake slice available July 3rd through July 5th, while supplies last. If dessert is part of your holiday weekend plan, check the source before you go.
If You Only Click One
Click the Fourth in Hastings schedule from Visit Hastings MN. It is the best single planning link for Saturday, July 4th because it connects the day’s main public celebration pieces — concert, parade, gathering, and fireworks — in one place. Since weather may affect how people plan the day, use the official source for the most accurate latest details.
View the Fourth in Hastings schedule →
Also today: Weather + On This Date
For the full weather setup, read today’s companion Weather + On This Date post. Hastings is looking at a warm, unsettled Independence Day with a high near 80°F and a 60% chance of showers and thunderstorms, so it is a smart day to keep plans flexible and check the radar before heading out.
Read Hastings, MN Weather + On This Date: Saturday, July 4th →
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