As the Fourth of July approaches, Chicago and its surrounding areas are gearing up to dazzle the night skies with spectacular fireworks displays. Residents and visitors alike can look forward to a variety of shows throughout the city, the suburbs, and even in northwest Indiana. While this list highlights some of the notable events, it’s worth noting that additional celebrations might be taking place around the region.
In Wheeling, the celebrations kick off with a fireworks display set for June 27 at 9:15 p.m. at the Chicago Executive Airport. This event offers an early start to the festivities, providing a fantastic opportunity to witness a breathtaking show.
Cook County
Moving to the suburb of Burbank, the fireworks will illuminate the skies on June 28 at 9:45 p.m. at Narragansett Park. This community event promises to be a delightful evening for families and friends gathering to celebrate Independence Day.
Des Plaines will host its Independence Day Celebration on June 28, with the fireworks commencing at 9:15 p.m. Attendees can begin arriving at Oakton College from 7 p.m. to enjoy the pre-show atmosphere and secure a prime spot for viewing.
Finally, the town of Mount Prospect will hold two fireworks events at Melas Park, ensuring everyone gets a chance to enjoy the pyrotechnic displays. The first show will light up the sky on July 1, followed by another on the Fourth of July itself, both starting at 9:30 p.m.
With these events on the calendar, Chicago and its neighboring areas are set to celebrate with a bang, making this year’s Independence Day one to remember. Be sure to check local listings for any additional shows or updates as the holiday approaches.
Burr Ridge
July 3 at dusk. Pre-fireworks festivities begin at 5:30 p.m. at Walker Park.
Glencoe
July 3 at 9 p.m. at Lakefront Park.
Lemont
July 3 at 9:30 p.m. at Centennial Park.
Palos Heights
July 3 at 9:15 p.m. at Memorial Park.
Wilmette
July 3 at dusk at Gillson Park.
Morton Grove
July 4 at 9:30 p.m. at Harrer Park/Civic Center.
Barrington
July 4, 9:30 p.m. at Barrington High School.
Elgin Fourth of July parade, concert and fireworks
July 4, 9:30 p.m. at Festival Park, located at 133 S. Grove Ave.
Elk Grove concert and fireworks
July 4, 9:30 p.m. at Rotary Green, located at 164 Lions Drive.
Evanston
July 4 at about 9:30 p.m. at the Evanston Lakefront.
Glenview
July 4 at 9:30 p.m. at Gallery Park after a 7 p.m. concert.
Northbrook
July 4 at dusk at Meadowhill Park.
Oak Lawn
July 4 at dusk at Richards High School.
Orland Park
July 4 at 9:30 p.m. at Centennial Park West.
Skokie
July 4 at 9:30 p.m. at Niles West High School.
South Holland
July 4 at 6:00 p.m. at Veterans Memorial Park.
Tinley Park
July 4 at 9:30 p.m. at McCarthy Park.
Winnetka
July 4 at 9:30 p.m. at Duke Child’s Field.
Navy Pier
The pier hosts fireworks shows every Wednesday at 9 p.m. and every Saturday at 10 p.m. during the summer.
Hoffman Estates
July 5 at 9:30 p.m. at the NOW Arena for the Northwest Fourth-Fest.
Palatine
July 3 at dusk at Palatine Community Park.
Lansing
June 37 at 7 p.m. at Bethel Church, across from the Lansing Municipal Airport.
Arlington Heights will not host a fireworks display this year.
DuPage County
Aurora
July 3 at 6 p.m. at the RiverEdge Park or McCullough Park.
Lisle
July 3 at 9:30 p.m. at the Community Park.
Roselle
July 3 at dusk at Lake Park High School West Campus.
Wheaton
July 3 at 9 p.m. at Graf Park.
Bartlett
July 4 at 9:30 p.m. at the Apple Orchard Community Park.
Bensenville
July 4 at the Redmond Recreational Complex at 9:30 p.m.
Downers Grove
July 4 at 9:30 p.m. and will be visible from parking lots near 75th and Lemont Road.
Glen Ellyn
July 4 at dusk following a downtown Glen Ellyn parade.
Naperville
July 4 at 9:30 p.m. at the Frontier Sports Complex.
Westmont
July 4 at dusk at Ty Warner Park.
Warrenville
July 4 in the evening at Cerny Park.
Itasca
July 4 at 9:45 p.m. at Hamilton Lakes.
Darien will not host a firework display this year.
Lake County
Hawthorn Woods
July 3 at 9:15 p.m. at the Community Park.
Wauconda
July 3 at dusk at Phil’s Beach and Cook Park.
Mundelein
July 4 at 9:30 p.m. at Courtland Commons.
Antioch
July 4 at dusk at Sequoit Creek Park.
Lake Forest
July 4 at dusk at the Deerpath Community Park, following a festival.
Lake Zurich
July 4 at 9 p.m. at Paulus Park.
Libertyville
July 4 at at Butler Lake Park, following a concert.
Lincolnshire
July 4 at 9:30 p.m. at Spring Lake Park.
Vernon Hills
July 4 at 9:15 p.m. at Century Park.
Will County
Romeoville
Two simultaneous displays will be available on July 3 at Village Park and Discovery Park at 9:30 p.m.
Frankfort
July 4 at 9:15 p.m. at Main Park.
New Lenox
July 4 at 9:30 p.m. at The Village Commons.
Bolingbrook
July 4 when it’s dark enough at the Bolingbrook Golf Club.
McHenry County
Huntley
July 4 at Deicke Park at 9:30 p.m.
Spring Grove
July 4 at Horse Fair Park at dusk.
DeKalb County
DeKalb
July 4 at Hopkins Park about 30 minutes after sunset.
Kane County
North Aurora
July 3 at 9:30 p.m. at North Aurora Riverfront Park.
Batavia
July 4 at 9:30 p.m. at Engstrom Park.
St. Charles
July 4 when dark at Langum Park.
Kendall County
Oswego
July 4 at 9:30 p.m. at the Prairie Point Park.
Yorkville
July 4 at dusk in Town Square Park, and will be visible from Rt. 47 and Countryside Parkway.
Northwest Indiana
Schererville
July 3 at dusk, starting with events at 5 p.m. at the Rohrman Park.
Cedar Lake
July 3 and July 3 at 9:30 p.m. at the Cedar Lake Town Grounds as part of the Cedar Lake Summerfest.
Munster
July 3 at 9:30 p.m. at Centennial Park.
Crown Point
July 4 at 9 p.m. at the Lake County Fairgrounds.
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