Congratulations to Sophie Wietman, age 14, the winner of the Water Carnvial Logo Design Contest!
79th ANNUAL
BEMIDJI JAYCEES WATER CARNIVAL
JUNE 29-JULY 4, 2023
CHECK BACK OFTEN FOR UPDATES!
QUESTIONS? Please fill out the Water Carnival Contact Form below.
QUESTIONS? Please fill out the Water Carnival Contact Form below.
ONLINE REGISTRATION LINKS
Scroll down for more information on each event.
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FIREWORKS
TUESDAY, JULY 4 @ DUSK LAKE BEMIDJI |
GRAND PARADE
SUNDAY, JULY 2 @ 1:00PM |
schedule of events
Download the PDF Version of the Schedule of Events Below
| watercarnivalposter2023.pdf |
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SHOW YOUR SUPPORT!
SPONSOR A BOOM BANNER! 
This is the time of year when we normally kick off our preparations for Bemidji’s largest summer event, Water Carnival; and this year will be no different. For the 2023 Water Carnival to happen, we need strong financial support so that we can provide the experience that everyone has come to love. We most certainly understand if you are unable to contribute at this time but should circumstances change please reach out to us.
Below you will find the form and information on how you can show your support. Also included are the Adopt-A-Banner forms for the fireworks display to help offset the cost of the show. Even if you can’t sponsor an event, please consider adopting or re-adopting your banner. Your business or organization’s name will be placed on the bottom of the banner.
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SHOW YOUR SUPPORT!
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WATER CARNIVAL
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| 79th_wc_grand_parade_registration_form.pdf |
WATER CARNIVAL BUTTONS
Buttons are $3/each and in a limited quantity this year. They are available at the following locations on June 27th:
myBemidji
Bemidji Woolen Mills
Hubbard Broadcasting
Visit Bemidji
myBemidji
Bemidji Woolen Mills
Hubbard Broadcasting
Visit Bemidji
COLOR RUN
Kid Events
There will be a Kiddie Parade and activities in the Entertainment Tent as part of the Bemidji Jaycees 79th Annual Water Carnival!
KIDDIE PARADE
The Kiddie Parade will be on Saturday, July 1st at 10:30am. Registration will start at 10am. The Kiddie Parade will start at the BSU Bangsberg parking lot on 12th street and go down Lake Boulevard to 6th street and end at the Entertainment Tent.
To register for the Kiddie Parade, click on the link below. You can also download the registration form and bring it with you the day of the event.
To register for the Kiddie Parade, click on the link below. You can also download the registration form and bring it with you the day of the event.
| 2023_kiddie_parade_waiver.pdf |
Entertainment Tent
The Entertainment Tent will be open July 1-3 for events.
Live Music and Happy Hour. 21+
Live Music and Happy Hour. 21+
sunday funday
Merriam's Midway
June 29-July 4
SANFORD CENTER PARKING LOT
Merriam's Midway will open June 29 at 5pm.
Merriam's Midway will open daily June 30-July 4 at 1pm.
SANFORD CENTER PARKING LOT
Merriam's Midway will open June 29 at 5pm.
Merriam's Midway will open daily June 30-July 4 at 1pm.
Food vendors
June 29-July 4
SANFORD CENTER PARKING LOT
Food vendors will open June 29 from 5pm to 10pm.
Food vendors will open daily June 30-July 4 from 1pm to 10pm.
Twisted Amusement
Miller Concessions
Lake Country Concessions
Kazo Concessions
Girl Scouts
Up North Photo
SANFORD CENTER PARKING LOT
Food vendors will open June 29 from 5pm to 10pm.
Food vendors will open daily June 30-July 4 from 1pm to 10pm.
Twisted Amusement
Miller Concessions
Lake Country Concessions
Kazo Concessions
Girl Scouts
Up North Photo
BINGO
June 29-July 4
SANFORD CENTER PARKING LOT
Bingo will open June 29th from 5pm until 10pm.
Bingo will be open daily June 30th-July 4th from 1pm to 10pm.
Bingo hosted by North Star A.B.A.T.E.
SANFORD CENTER PARKING LOT
Bingo will open June 29th from 5pm until 10pm.
Bingo will be open daily June 30th-July 4th from 1pm to 10pm.
Bingo hosted by North Star A.B.A.T.E.
designer purse bingo
Designer Purse Bingo will be on Saturday, July 1, at 3pm. The doors open at 2pm. Tickets are $30 and are available at myBemidji starting on June 12th. Please see complete list of rules below.
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BALD EAGLE WATER SKI SHOW
SUNDAY, JULY 2
3PM
3PM
MEDALLION HUNT
Medallion Hunt Clues
| medallion_hunt_rules_2023.pdf |
Clue 1. Monday, June 26
Clue 2. Tuesday, June 27
Clue 3. Wednesday, June 28
Clue 4. Thursday, June 29
FIREWORKS
TUESDAY, JULY 4
DUSK
LAKE BEMIDJI
DUSK
LAKE BEMIDJI
What time is "dusk", you ask?
We say that it is anytime from 9:45-10:15 PM,
depending on many factors. The average time that we launch the fireworks is around 10:10 PM.
We say that it is anytime from 9:45-10:15 PM,
depending on many factors. The average time that we launch the fireworks is around 10:10 PM.
Please remember that Cameron Park is NOT a good viewing location. There are too many trees in the way.
THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS!
RED, WHITE & BOOM! FIREWORKS SHOW
Fireworks sponsors
red sponsors
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White sponsors
boom sponsors
THANK YOU TO our event SPONSORS!
Gold Entertainment Tent Beverage Sponsor
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Gold Entertainment Tent Sponsor
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Kid Events Sponsor
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Medallion Hunt Sponsor
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Marching Band and Water Ski Show Sponsor
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Marching Band Sponsor
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Silver Entertainment Tent Sponsor
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Silver Entertainment Tent Sponsor
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Stage Sponsor
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