4:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Casual Attire: Anything goes, from sundresses and sandals to jeans and tees.
Beer, wine, cocktails, root beer floats, and a salsa bar. There will yard games and board games, too!
5:15 pm - 6:45 pm
Smoked Brisket, BBQ Chicken, Hot Dogs, and sides.
7:00 pm - 7:30 pm
Patti & Anita will cut the cake and share their first dance.
7:30 pm - 10:30 pm
Dancing, Lawn Games, Board Games, Trivia
Sat, Jul 4, 2026, 10:30 pm - Sun, Jul 5, 2026, 12:00 am
Hang around for some low-key conversation and fun.
Since the festivities will be outdoors, plan to wear something casual and cool - cotton or linen dresses, linen shirts and pants, chino shorts, polo shirts, tennis dress, loafers, sandals, and sneakers.
Absolutely! Make sure to include them in your guest count when you RSVP. We want to make sure we have enough food and fun activities for everyone.
Unfortunately, no. While we love all animals, the resident Pekingese host, Peaches, does not. Besides, with so many new people around, it can cause significant stress for any animal. Not to mention, the yard is not fenced. We wouldn't want your best friend to wander away. Bring photos of and stories to share about your furry friend, but keep your beloved pet safe at home.
Please RSVP by June 15th. Don't forget to let us know if you have any dietary restrictions.
Sure! Be sure to include your plus one when you RSVP. We want to make sure we have adequate seating and food.
Your presence is a gift! Plus, we have more than enough "stuff." If you really wish to give a gift, consider adding to our Adventure Fund. We are looking forward to making memories while traveling. Of course, adding to the fund is entirely optional. We are grateful you are choosing to spend your 4th of July with us.
Certainly! We can pass your request to our hosts, who will do their very best to accommodate you. If there are any questions or issues regarding your request, they will contact you directly to discuss.
Parking is available on the street. Please be careful not to block neighbors' driveways.
Flight
MSP is the main airport in the Twin Cities. It is a regional hub for Delta and the headquarters for Sun Country. It is comprised of two distinct terminals that are connected via light rail.
Train
Amtrak is a relaxed, inexpensive way to travel to the Twin Cities from surrounding areas. Both the Empire Builder and Borealis lines are great options to and from Chicago and many places in between.
Hotel
This hotel is in walking distance to the Rodriguez Home. It also in walking distance to several restaurants, coffee shops, grocery stores, a park, a movie theatre, and other places to shop. It is a short drive to Mall of America, Eagan Outlets, Minnesota Zoo and more. The hotel has a shuttle to take you to nearby attractions, an indoor pool and hot tub, and a small fitness center.
Hotel
This hotel is in walking distance to the Rodriguez Home. It also in walking distance to several restaurants, coffee shops, grocery stores, a park, a movie theatre, and other places to shop. It is a short drive to Mall of America, Eagan Outlets, Minnesota Zoo and more. The hotel rooms are all suites with kitchenettes. There is a pool, hot tub and fitness center onsite. It also has EV charging stations.
Travel Note
MVTA Connect in Eagan is an on-demand, app-based rideshare service operating Monday–Friday, 6 a.m. to 9 p.m. within city boundaries. It connects users to hubs like Eagan Transit Station and Cedar Grove. Rides are booked via smartphone, not a fixed schedule.
World-renowned and one of the top tourist attractions in the U.S., the Mall of America (MOA) offers much, much more than shopping. Within the mall, there is the Nickelodeon Universe Theme Park, Sea Life Aquarium, Crayola Experience, and much, much more. MOA features a wide variety of restaurants and a health clinic, and it has two adjacent hotels.
One of the largest community events around! Takes place on July 3rd, 4th, and 5th. Activities all over Eagan, including carnival, bike parade, classic car show, live music, bingo, beer garden, 4th of July parade and fireworks. Activities on July 5th take place at Viking Lakes.