大芝加哥独立日焰火及节庆活动大全
Antioch时间: 9:30 p.m. July 4
地点：Williams Park, 741 Main St.
详情咨询：847-395-2160.
Antioch镇的国庆节庆祝活动，包括7月4日上午8时开始的自由健身跑（Run for Freedom），10:30am 开始的国庆节游行。此外还有全天的游乐活动及美食摊位。国庆节焰火晚上9：30开始。
AuroraFireworks: 9:35 p.m. July 4.
McCullough Park, 150 W. Illinois Ave.
Free. 630-256-3370
The annual parade is at 10 a.m. at Benton and River streets. The American Legion Band and Fox Valley Orchestra perform at RiverEdge Park, 360 N. Broadway, from 6:15-9:15 p.m. McCullough Park will host food vendors, inflatables and the band Evolution from 7:30-9:15 p.m. Free shuttle service.
Barrington
Fireworks: Dusk, July 4.
Barrington High School, 616 W. Main St. Free. 847-304-3400.
www.barrington-il.gov.Fourth of July Festival, July 1-4, north commuter lot of the Metra Train Station, includes food, music and family entertainment, live musical entertainment at night. The Barrington Lions Club Brat Tent is open July 2-4. A Fourth of July Parade starts at 10 a.m. July 4 from Barrington High School, and will run along Main Street, ending at the train station.
Bartlett
Fireworks: 9:30 p.m. July 4.
Soccer fields at Stearns and S. Bartlett Road. Free. 630-837-0800.
Bartlett Fourth of July Fest runs June 30-July 4 with a Special Needs Day, parade, carnival, bands, turtle race, tractor pull and skydivers. Fireworks music is simulcast on 98.1-FM.
Batavia
Fireworks: 9:30 p.m. July 4.
Engstrom Family Park, Main and Mill streets. Free. 331-229-2284.
The band We're Not performs, followed by the Batavia Community Band preceding the fireworks.
Bolingbrook
Fireworks: 9:45 p.m. July 4.
Bolingbrook Golf Club, 2001 Rodeo Drive, Bolingbrook. Free. 630-226-8400.
The free party begins at 2 p.m. with food trucks, bands and kids activities; at 9:45 p.m. Jim Cornelison sings the National Anthem.
Buffalo Grove
Fireworks: 9:15 p.m. July 4.
Rotary Village Green, just north of the Buffalo Grove Post Office, 260 N. Buffalo Grove Road. Free. 847-459-2518.
www.bgsb.org.The Buffalo Grove Symphonic Band performs at 7 p.m., followed by fireworks.
Burr Ridge
Fireworks: dusk, July 3.
Walker Park, 7425 S. Wolf Road, free. $5 parking in soccer fields.
www.pleasantdalepark.org.Starting at 5:30 p.m. food vendors will be selling snacks and non-alcoholic refreshments. Parking will be available on the soccer fields (weather permitting) for $5. Also available is Reserved Parking — stop by Walker Park in the two weeks before the fireworks; $20 saves you a spot in the north or south lots.
Calumet City
Fireworks: 9 p.m. July 3
T.F. North High School, 755 Pulaski Road. Free 708-868-2530.
The 25th Annual Freedom's Eve event begins at 6 p.m. with live music, followed by the fireworks.
Carol Stream
Fireworks: 9:20 p.m. July 4.
Town Center, 100 Lies Road E, Carol Stream, free, 630-665-7050.
Billy Croft and the 5 Alarm performs a two hour concert at 7 p.m. Food and alcohol concession services. Park n' Ride is offered from the Lies Road industrial corridor from 7 to 10:30 p.m.
Carpentersville
Fireworks: 9:30 p.m. June 25.
Meadowdale Park, Besinger and Maple Avenue. Free. 847- 428-7131.
Second Time Around plays at 7:30 p.m. with fireworks to follow.
Cedar Lake
Fireworks: Dusk July 2 and 3
Lakefront. Park near the lake for best viewing. Free. 219-794-4122.
Chesterton
Fireworks: Dusk, June 30.
Indiana State Dunes Park, 1600 North 25 East. $7 for instate vehicles, $10 for out of state vehicles. 219-926-5513.
Music and food merchants will start the event at 6 p.m. and fireworks will commence at 9:15 p.m.
Chicago Heights
Fireworks: Dusk July 3
Bloom High School, 101 W. 10th St. Free. 708-656-5300.
Live entertainment begins at 7 p.m. followed by the fireworks.
Crestwood
Fireworks: Following 8 p.m. movie, July 3
Standard Bank Stadium, 14011 S. Kenton. Free. 708-371-4800.
Join the Windy City ThunderBolts for a free "Sparks in the Park" movie "Angels in the Outfield" with fireworks after the movie. Fans can bring food and drink in the park. Low-cost concessions will be available, including alcohol. Gates open at 7 p.m.
Crown Point
Fireworks: Dusk July 4.
Lake County Fairgrounds, 889 S. Court St., Free. 219-916-2623.
Crystal Lake
Fireworks: Dusk July 3.
401 Country Club Road. Free. 815- 455-8000.
The 16th annual Lakeside Festival runs June 30 to July 3, and culminates with fireworks.
Darien
Fireworks: 9:30 p.m. July 4.
75th Street and Lemont Road, Woodridge. Free. 630-852-5000.
The Darien Lions Club 4th of July Parade begins at 9:30 a.m. and will proceed north on Cass Avenue to 71st Street. A joint fireworks display with Downers Grove and Woodridge ends the night.
Deerfield
Fireworks: 9:15 p.m. July 3
Brickyards Park, 375 Elm St. Free. 847-395-2160.
Deerfield Family Days starts with a silent auction (5 p.m.), followed by live entertainment (6 p.m.) and raising of the American flag (7 p.m.) A fireworks display ends the night.
DeKalb
Fireworks: Dusk July 4.
Hopkins Park Band Shell, 1403 Sycamore Road. Free. 815-758-6663.
The day begins at 2 p.m. with food from local vendors. The DeKalb Municipal Band will perform in the bandshell before and during the fireworks.
Des Plaines
Fireworks: 9:30 p.m. July 4.
Joint display with the city of Westmont at 75th Street and Lemont Road, Westmont. Free. 630-852-7000;
www.vil.woodridge.il.usThe Des Plaines 4th of July Parade begins at 10 a.m. on July 4 at the intersection of Oakton and Center Street. Visit
www.desplaines.org.Downers Grove
Fireworks: 9:30 p.m. July 4.
At 75th Street and Lemont Road. Free. 630-434-5559.
The fireworks display is presented by the Village of Downers Grove and the Village of Woodridge. There is a parade that steps off at Main and Grant streets at 12:45 p.m. and heads south to Warren Avenue.
East Chicago
Fireworks: Dusk July 3.
East Chicago Marina, 3301 Aldis St. Free. 219-384-3555.
The fireworks celebration is accompanied by food and live music and entertainment.
Elgin
Fireworks: 9:30 p.m. July 4.
Festival Park, 132 S. Grove Ave. Free. 847-488-1456.
The City of Elgin and Downtown Neighborhood Association's Parade starts at 9 a.m. at Slade and Douglas streets. Side Street Studio Arts presents An American Jubilee event from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. with a pie-eating contest, dunk tank and more. The Grand Victoria Casino's Summer Concert Series continues with Mark Farner of Grand Funk Railroad with special guests Rare Earth and the Rascals. Fireworks will be after the concert.
Elmwood Park
Fireworks: 9:30 p.m. July 4.
Elmwood Park High School, 8201 W. Fullerton Ave.
www.elmwoodpark.org.In addition to fireworks, festivities include a parade (10 a.m.) and a pre-fireworks celebration with live music (5-9:30 p.m.).
Evanston
Fireworks: 9:15 p.m., July 4.
Any lakefront area east of downtown Evanston.
www.evanston4th.org.The all-day celebration begins at 9 a.m. at eight playground sites throughout the city providing games and activities, followed by a Fun Run along Central Street (1:15 p.m.). The parade down Central Street kicks off at 2 p.m. At 7:30 p.m. the Palatine Concert Band performs at Dawes Park, Sheridan Road at Church Street, featuring the Palatine Concert Band; grand fireworks display at dusk, launched from Clark Street Beach. Tune your radio to 90.5 FM.
Fox Lake
Fireworks: 9:30 p.m. July 2
Nippersink Lake/Lakefront Park, 71 Nippersink Blvd. $10 wristband. 847-587-3944.
Celebrate Fox Lake Fireworks Spectacular and Festivities starts with a parade (2 p.m.) with games, food vendors and entertainment. A fireworks display ends the night.
Frankfort
Fireworks: Approximately 9 p.m. July 4
Main Park, Nebraska St. Free. 815-469-2177
Festivities include live music, kids games, concessions, beginning at 5 p.m.
Geneva
Fireworks: After the baseball game July 3.
Fifth Third Bank Ballpark, 34w002 Cherry Lane. Lawn seats start at $9. 630-232-8811.
Come for the Kane County Cougars ballgame, stay for the post-game fireworks.
Glencoe
Fireworks: 9 p.m. July 4.
Lakefront Park, 647-699 Longwood Ave., Glencoe.
www.glencoeparkdistrict.comIn addition to fireworks, there will be a Rotary Fun Run (8 a.m.), pre-school games in Veteran's Park (10 a.m.), Glencoe's Got Talent at Wyman Green (noon), a parade (2 p.m.) that starts at Central School; Park and Ride to Lakefront Park starts a 6 p.m., park at either the village lot or train lot.
Glen Ellyn
Fireworks: Dusk July 4.
Lake Ellyn Park, 645 Lenox Road. Free. 630-469-5000.
Fourth of July activities include "Freedom Four" four-mile run at 8 a.m. and a parade at noon. From 1 to 4 p.m. at Lake Ellyn Park, there will be inflatables, carnival games, prizes, face painting, live music and concessions.
Glenview
Fireworks: 9 p.m., July 4.
Gallery Park, 2001 Patriot Blvd. Glenviewparks.org.
A parade kicks off at 11:15 a.m. on Harlem Avenue and Glenview Road. Children are invited to step off the parade by bringing their decorated bike to Harlem Avenue, just north of the Glenview Public Library by 10:30 a.m. The 100-piece North Shore Concert Band performs a patriotic concert at 7 p.m. Fireworks show at dusk will be synchronized to patriotic music. Live music will follow the fireworks.
Glenwood
Fireworks: 9:15 p.m.
Glenwoodie Golf Course, 19301 State St., Free. 708-758-1212.
The village's "We the People" festival starts with a parade at 1:30 p.m. leaving from Glenwood Oaks Restaurant, proceeding east on Main Street, turning north onto Nugent Street ending at the Village Hall Complex. Festivities, from 2 to 6 p.m., include D.J., water slide, games, chess tent and over 30 artisan booths. Glenwoodie Golf Club will host pre-fireworks entertainment with a beer garden and dancing, 6 to 9 p.m., with fireworks to follow at the golf club.
Hanover Park
Fireworks: 9:30 p.m. July 3.
Sears Centre Arena, 5333 Prairie Stone Parkway, Hoffman Estates. Free. 847-781-2602.
Northwest Fourthfest is presented by Hanover Township, Hoffman Estates and the Hoffman Estates Park District. Running June 30-July 4, the festival includes bands, a carnival, arts and crafts show and huge fireworks display.
Harwood Heights
Fireworks: Dusk, July 3.
Ridgemoor Country Club, 6601 W. Gunnison St., Chicago
Non-members can view the display from Butera Foods Parking Lot, 4761 Nagle Ave., Harwood Heights, and the surrounding area.
Hawthorn Woods
Fireworks: 9:30 p.m. July 3
Community Park, 5 Park View Lane. Free. 847-438-5500.
The annual celebration starts with a concert and food vendors (6 p.m.). A fireworks display ends the night.
Hebron
Fireworks: Dusk July 3
Hebron High School, 509 S. Main St. Free. 219-996-5678
Highland Park
Fireworks: 9:30 p.m. July 4
Wolters Field, 1080 Park Ave. $5 tickets. 847-926-1033.
Independence Day celebration starts with two parades (9:30/10 a.m.), followed by a festival (11 a.m.) and concert (4 p.m.). A fireworks display ends the night.
Hinckley
Fireworks: Dusk June 25.
Hinckley-Big Rock High School, 700 E. Lincoln Hwy. Free.
hinckleyfireworks@gmail.com.
Part of Hometown Family Fun Fest and Fireworks celebration. The gates open at 1 p.m. with food, vendors, bags tournament, dunk tank, bingo, inflatables and more.
Hoffman Estates
Fireworks: 9:30 p.m. July 3.
Sears Centre Arena, 5333 Prairie Stone Parkway, Hoffman Estates. Free. 847-781-2602.
Northwest Fourthfest is presented by Hanover Township, Hoffman Estates and the Hoffman Estates Park District. Running June 30-July 4, the festival includes bands, a carnival, arts and crafts show and huge fireworks display.
Huntley
Fireworks: Dusk July 4.
Deicke Park, 11419 S. Route 47. Free. 847-515-5200.
Kenosha
Fireworks: 9:30 p.m. July 4
HarborPark, 206 55th St. Free. 262-653-4177.
Celebrate America starts with the Kenosha Pops (7 p.m.). A fireworks display ends the night.
La Grange
Fireworks: 9:30 p.m., July 3.¿
LaGrange Country Club, 620 S. Brainard Ave.
Non-members can watch the display from Waiola Park, 47th and Waiola.
Lake Forest
Fireworks: 9:40 p.m. July 4
Deerpath Community Park, 400 Hastings Road. $15 Lake Forest/Lake Bluff residents. 847-810-3941.The annual festival starts with a concert (6 p.m.). A fireworks display ends the night.
Lake Station
Fireworks: Dusk July 4.
Riverview Park, State Road 51. Free. 219-962-7508.
Lake Villa
Fireworks: 9:30 p.m. July 4
Williams Park, 741 Main St. Free. 847-395-2160.
The annual celebration starts with a Run for Freedom (8 a.m.), followed by a parade (10:30 a.m.). Games, food vendors and entertainment begin at noon. A fireworks display ends the night.
Lake Zurich
Fireworks: 8:45 p.m. July 4
Paulus Park, 200 S. Rand Road. $2 adults, free for 17 and under. 847-438-5141.
The annual Independence/Family Day starts with the park and beach opening (10 a.m.), Taste of the Summer and beer tent (11 a.m.). Carnival rides and live entertainment start at 1 p.m. A fireworks display ends the night.
Leland
Fireworks: 9 p.m. July 4.
Behind the school, 370 N. Main St. Free. 815-495-9233.
Fourth of July Festival runs July 3-4. On July 3: steak fry, band, movie in the park. July 4 activities include a 5K, parade at 9 a.m., kids' events, vintage baseball game, bags tournament, food vendors and bands.
Lemont
Fireworks: Dusk July 3
Lemont Park District Centennial Campus, 16028 127th St. Free. 630-257-6787.
Independence Day Extravaganza at 2 p.m. includes kids games, inflatables, basketball clinic, D.J., live music and beer garden, followed by fireworks.
Libertyville
Fireworks: 9:15 p.m. July 4
Butler Lake Park, 500 Lake St. Free. 847-362-2430.
The annual celebration starts with music (7:30 p.m.). A fireworks display ends the night.
Lincolnshire
Fireworks: 9:30 p.m. July 4
Spring Lake Park, 49 Oxford Drive. Free. 847-236-0305.
2016 Red, White & Boom starts with a pancake breakfast (7 a.m.), 5K Run/Walk (8 a.m.) and parade (11 a.m.). Food vendors, carnival begin at noon. A fireworks display ends the night.
Lisle
Fireworks: 9:45 p.m. July 1-3.
Lisle Community Park, 1825 Short Street. $5. 630-541-6095.
Fireworks run every night of the Eyes to the Skies festival, which includes hot air balloons, bands, a carnival, craft fair, parade and children's activities.
Lockport
Fireworks: Dusk July 3
Dellwood Park, 18th St. and Lawrence Ave. Free. 815-838-1183
Lombard
9:30 p.m. July 4.
Madison Meadow Park, 600 E. Madison St. Free. 630-620-5700.
Shuttle service to and from Madison Meadow will run from 7-11:30 p.m. from Glenbard East High School, 1014 S. Main St., Madison Elementary School, 150 W. Madison St., and Pleasant Lane School, 401 N. Main St.
Merrillville
Fireworks: 9 p.m. July 3.
Hidden Lake Park, 6355 Broadway. 219-769-2111.
$5 per car for residents; $8 per car for non-residents. Live music, vendors, and a beer garden will be at the park with fireworks to end the evening.
Montgomery
Fireworks: Dusk Aug. 14.
Montgomery Park, River and Mill streets. Free. 630-896-8080.
Highlights of Montgomery Fest include live music, a carnival, food vendors, free pony rides and a petting zoo, fishing derby, car show and parade.
Morton Grove
Fireworks: Dusk, July 4.
American Legion Memorial Civic Center, 6140 Dempster St., Morton Grove. Free.
www.mortongrovedays.org/events.Morton Grove Days takes place July 1-4 and includes carnival rides, games, a beer garden, live entertainment, food, children's activities and a Fourth of July Parade (2:30 p.m. July 3) in addition to fireworks.
Mount Prospect
Fireworks: 9:30 p.m. July 4.
Melas Park, 1500 W. Central Road. Free.
www.mplions.org.The Mount Prospect Lions Club Festival takes place June 30-July 4 and features food and beverage tents, carnival rides, live music and fireworks. The 4th of July Parade (1 p.m. July 4) leaves from the corner of Emerson Street and Prospect Avenue.
Mundelein
Fireworks: 9:30 p.m. July 4
Kracklauer Park, 100 N. Seymour Ave. Free.
www.mundelein.org/MCD.Mundelein Community Days, July 1-4, features live music, food, arts and crafts, a car show and carnival rides and fireworks. The parade takes place at 2 p.m. July 3 and will form in the Mundelein Metra Station parking lot.
Naperville
Fireworks: 9:30 p.m. July 4.
Knoch Park, 724 S. West St. Free. 630-420-6111.
Fireworks conclude Ribfest, which runs July 1-4 and includes a carnival, ribs, bands like Sheryl Crow and Gin Blossoms, and children's activities. Enter the park for free beginning at 7:30 p.m. to watch the fireworks, or find several locations nearby to watch.
New Lenox
Fireworks: 9:30 p.m. July 4
The Commons, 1 Veterans Parkway. Free. 815-462-6400.
Come early for live entertainment starting with a classic rock cover band, Wildfire at 7 p.m., followed by the American Legion Band at 8:30 p.m.
North Aurora
Fireworks: 9:45 p.m. Aug. 6.
29 S Randall Road. Free. 630-897-8228.
North Aurora Days festival runs Aug. 5-7 with games, food, live music and a car show.
Northbrook
Fireworks: dusk July 4.
Meadowhill Park, 1479 Maple Ave.; and Techny Prairie Park and Fields, 1750 Techny Road.
www.Northbrook4thofJuly.com.The day includes a breakfast (7:30-11 a.m.) hosted by the Rotary Club. at Village Green Park, Shermer and Meadow roads; a Liberty Loop 5K Run/Walk (7:30 a.m.) and a Liberty Lap Fun Run for ages 4-10 (8:30 a.m.), both at Techny Prairie Park and Fields; a Mini-Golf Tournament (9 a.m.-noon) at Sportsman's Country Club; a police vs. fire department softball (10 a.m.) at Village Green Park; Rotary Club Rubber Ducky Race (11:30 a.m.); bike parade (2:15 p.m.) and a mile-long parade at 2:30 p.m., Cherry Lane and Western Avenue and fireworks at dusk at Meadowhill Park and Techny Paririe Park and Fields.
Oak Brook
Fireworks: dusk, July 3 (rain date July 4).
Oak Brook Polo Fields, 700 Oak Brook Road. Parking available for $10.
www.OakBrook.org.In addition to fireworks, Taste of Oak Brook takes place 4-9 p.m. and includes live music, food and kids entertainment including balloon artists, face painting, stilt walkers and a petting zoo.
Oak Forest
Fireworks: 9:15 p.m. July 4
Oak Fest, 159th St. and Central Ave. Free.
www.oakfest.com.The 5-day festival begins June 30 with different entertainment and activities each day. Carnival games and food are additional cost. On July 4, the festival opens at 3 p.m. with bingo, carnival rides and live music, featuring Different Pulse at 3 p.m., Rat Boys at 6 p.m., and Third Degree at 7:30 p.m., followed by fireworks.
Oak Lawn
Fireworks: Dusk July 4
Richards High School, 106th St. and Central Ave. Free. 708-857-2225.
Daytime activities include a parade at 10 a.m. starting at 95th and 51st streets, and festivities at Centennial Park, 9230 Nashville Ave., from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., including giant inflatable slide, bingo, touch a truck and concessions. Cost is $5 wristband for ages 3 and up, includes admission to all pools.
Oak Park
Fireworks: Dusk, July 4.
Oak Park River Forest High School, 201 N. Scoville Ave., Oak Park.
www.oak-park.us.In addition to fireworks, a 4th of July Parade steps off at 10 a.m., July 4 from Longfellow Park at Ridgeland Avenue and Adams Street. The parade marches north on Ridgeland to Augusta Street, turning east to disperse near Whittier Elementary School at Harvey Avenue.
Orland Park
Fireworks: 9:15 p.m. July 4
Centennial Park, 15600 West Ave. Free. 708-403-7275.
Festivities begin with a concert featuring the Breakfast Club at 7:15 p.m., followed by the presentation of colors and the national anthem at 9:15 p.m., then fireworks.
Oswego
Fireworks: 9:30 p.m. July 4.
Prairie Point Park, 313 E. Washington St. Free. 630-554-3618.
All fireworks viewers are encouraged to use the Traughber Junior High School, Eastview Elementary, Prairie Point Elementary and the parking lots of Oswego High School. Best viewed from PrairieFest Park and Prairie Point Elementary School.
Palatine
Fireworks: 9 p.m. July 3.
Palatine Community Park, 262 E. Palatine Road.
www.palatinejaycees.org.The Palatine Jaycees Hometown Fest takes place June 30-July 4 and includes fireworks, entertainment, food vendors, beer wine and pop, bingo, parade (11 a.m. July 2), carnival, car show, business expo and craft fair.
Palos Heights
Fireworks: Dusk, July 3
Memorial Park, 7607 W. College Dr., Free. 708-361-1800.
Family activities begin at 4:30 p.m. and include a deejay, food vendors, face painting, balloon twisters, touch a truck, mini train ride, pony rides and petting zoo. The '90s cover band, Run Forest Run, will perform at 8:30 p.m. to 11 p.m., with a break for fireworks at dusk. Parade is July 4 at 12 p.m. along Harlem Ave. from 126th to Rt. 83.
Park Forest
Fireworks, 9:15 p.m. July 4
Village Green, Main St. and Cunningham Dr., Free. 708-748-1112.
Evening festivities begin with a parade at 6 p.m. It will wind around Central Park starting at Main Street and Orchard Drive. A free concert follows at 7 p.m. on the Village Green featuring the band BBI, then fireworks.
Park Ridge
Fireworks: dusk, July 3.
Maine East High School, 2601 Dempster St., Park Ridge. Free.
www.parkridgeparkdistrict.com.In addition to fireworks, the event, running 6-10:30 p.m., includes DJ & Children's Entertainment (6:30-8 p.m.), live music starting at 8 p.m.. Bring a picnic (no alcoholic beverages or grills allowed) and relax before the fireworks begin. Reserved parking is available at the school for $16 for residents, $28 for nonresidents.
Plainfield
Fireworks: Dusk July 3.
Plainfield Central High School, 24120 W. Fort Beggs Drive. Free. 815-436-8812.
Part of the town's Patriotic Picnic and Fireworks festival, the event celebrates the military and includes a bike parade, big trike races, inflatables, face painting, touch a truck, dance performance, DJ and the retiring of the colors led by the American Legion.
Romeoville
Fireworks: 9:30 p.m. July 3.
Deer Crossing Park, 1050 W. Romeo Road. Free. romeoville.org
http://romeoville.orgThe celebration begins at 6 p.m. with activities, food and live music from Fletcher Rockwell and Wedding Banned.
Round Lake Beach
Fireworks: 9:30 p.m. July 4
Cultural Center Outdoor Stage, 2007 N. Civic Center Way. Free. 847-456-8558.
The annual celebration starts with music (6 p.m./7:30 p.m.). A fireworks display ends the night.
Schaumburg
Fireworks: after the baseball game July 3.
Boomers Stadium, 1999 S. Springinsguth Road. Lawn seats begin at $8. 847-461-3695.
The Schaumburg Boomers play the Normal CornBelters at 6:30 p.m. The Jesse White Tumblers and Myron Noodleman also perform after the game.
Shabbona
Fireworks: 9:15 p.m. July 4.
Shabbona Lake State Park, 100 Preserve Road. $10 per car donation.
committee@shabbonafireworks.com.
Skokie
Fireworks: dusk, July 4 (rain date July 5).
Niles West High School, 5701 W. Oakton St. 847-674-1500. /www.SkokieParks.org/special-events
Skokie's Fourth of July parade kicks off at noon July 4 in downtown Skokie and features marching bands, tumblers, live animals, drill teams, clowns and vintage automobiles. At 5 p.m. the festivities move to Niles West High School and features food, drinks and live bands until dusk when the fireworks begin.
South Elgin
Fireworks: 9:30 p.m. Aug. 12 and Aug. 15.
Riverfest Express. Panton Mill Park, 10 N. Water St. Free. 847-774-1151.
St. Charles
Fireworks: 9:30 p.m. July 4.
Pottawatomie Park, 8 North Ave., St. Charles. Free. 630-513-6200.
Streamwood
Fireworks: 9:15 p.m. July 4.
Dolphin Park, 724 S. Park Blvd. Free. 630-736-3800.
Tinley Park
Fireworks: 9:15 p.m. July 4
McCarthy Park, 16801 S. 80th Ave. Free. 708-342-4200.
Afternoon activities start with the National Anthem at 4 p.m. followed by live entertainment, kids games, inflatables and a food and beer tent. Peter Oprisko will perform at 4:15 p.m., followed by Final Say at 5:30 p.m.
Vernon Hills
Fireworks: 9:30 p.m. July 4
Century Park, 1001 Lakeview Pkwy. Free. 847-367-3725.
The annual celebration starts with a parade (9 a.m.) and entertainment (6:30 p.m.) A fireworks display ends the night.
Wadsworth
Fireworks: 9:30 p.m. July 4
Williams Park, 741 Main St. Free. 847-395-2160.
The annual celebration starts with a Run for Freedom (8 a.m.), followed by a parade (10:30 a.m.). Games, food vendors and entertainment begin at noon. A fireworks display ends the night.
Warrenville
Fireworks: 9:15 p.m. July 4.
Cerny Park, Forest View Avenue and River Road, Warrenville. Free. 630-393-9427.
Warrenville's Independence Celebration runs July 3-4 and includes a parade July 3 as well as live music. July 4 starts with a Firecracker 5K run, followed by a children's parade, flag ceremony, kid's activities, water fights, horseshoes contest, bands and concessions.
Wauconda
Fireworks: 9:30 p.m. July 3
Cook Park, 600 N. Main St. Free. 847-526-3610.
Independence Day celebration starts with food and music (6 p.m.). A fireworks display ends the night.
Waukegan
Fireworks: 9:30 p.m. July 4
Waukegan Harbor Place, 199 N. Harbor Place. Free. 847-599-2525.
The annual celebration has a fireworks display.
Westmont
Fireworks: 9:30 p.m. July 4.
Ty Warner Park, Plaza and Blackhawk Drive. Free. 630-969-8080.
Westmont's July 4th celebration begins at 4 p.m. July 4 with food vendors, kids' crafts, a petting zoo, face painting, Westmont Community Band, balloon artists, kid's games, free cake, watermelon eating contest, band and fireworks.
Wheaton
Fireworks: 9:05 p.m. July 3.
Graf Park, 1701 Manchester Road.
Free. 630-665-4710
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Wheaton's Independence Day celebration will be July 3-4. The carnival will open at 4 p.m. July 3. There will be a parade at 10 a.m. July 4.
Wilmette
Fireworks: 9:30 p.m. July 3.
Gillson Park, 101 Lake Ave. 847-256-0333.
www.wilmettepark.org.In addition to fireworks, the celebrations will include carnival games, food and live music from 4:30-9 as well as post-fireworks music.
Winnetka
Fireworks: 9:20 p.m. July 4.
Duke Childs Field, 1321 Willow Road.
www.winpark.org.In addition to fireworks, a Fourth of July parade, 10-11 a.m., steps off from the intersection of Elm Street and Glendale Avenue then heads east through town to the Village Green, 525 Maple St. A flag-raising ceremony, children's flag parade and family races follow the parade. Prior to the fireworks, Fourthfest begins and includes games, food, and live music.
Woodridge
Fireworks: 9:30 p.m. July 4.
At 75th Street and Lemont Road. Free. 630-434-5559.
The fireworks display is presented by the Village of Downers Grove and the Village of Woodridge. There is a parade that steps off at Main and Grant streets at 12:45 p.m. and heads south to Warren Avenue.
Yorkville
Fireworks: Dusk July 4.
Near the corner of Route 47 and Countryside Pkwy. Free. 630-553-4350.
The Yorkville Big Band will perform at 8 p.m. at the Larson-Nelson Funeral Home. There is a parade at 9 a.m.
Zion
Fireworks: 9:30 p.m. July 4
Shiloh Park
2400 Dowie Memorial Drive.
Free. 847-746-5500.
The annual celebration starts with a Little League All-Star game (9 a.m.), followed by a fishing derby (10 a.m.) and food vendors (3 p.m.). A fireworks display ends the night.
