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Discover the best Fourth of July 2025 events in Chicago and Chicagoland! From Navy Pier fireworks to street races and parades, enjoy a fun-filled day with family-friendly activities, live music, and spectacular views of the city. CHICAGO - The Fourth of July is almost here and cities across Chicagoland are prepared to celebrate with fireworks. Here is a list of events to celebrate Independence Day: See itasca.com Where to Watch 4th of July Fireworks in Chicago and the Suburbs—Full List by Date and Location Whether you live in Chicago or the surrounding Chicago suburbs, here is a list of fireworks shows to check out. Tori Levy - Staff Writer • June 26, 2025 Find out the top places to watch the fireworks shows this Friday, July 4 in Chicago, Illinois, as well as the times when they will start. Where to See the Macy’s Fireworks in New York City 2025 The summer heat has made its way to the Chicago area just in time for the Fourth of July. Here is a list of fireworks shows in Chicago, the suburbs and northwest Indiana: Cook County Mount Prospect July 2 and 4 at Melas Park at 9:30 p.m. 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 The city has confirmed that there will be no fireworks display in Chicago this year. Navy Pier will still hold its twice-a-week fireworks display on Wednesday, July 2, at 9 p.m. and Saturday, July Citywide Fourth of July Chicago 2025 Guide: Where To Enjoy Fireworks, Parades and Parties There are plenty of neighborhood-based Fourth of July events in lieu of an official Chicago Independence Day fireworks display. The City of Chicago will mark the 4th of July holiday weekend with the multiple events, Cubs games, parades, fireworks at Navy Pier and more. The holiday will be followed by the NASCAR Chicago Street Race in Grant Park on Saturday, July 5 and Sunday, July 6. With dozens of parades, musical performances, and 4th of July fireworks displays happening from July 2 through July 5, there are ample ways to enjoy Independence Day. Though the City of Chicago will not host an official fireworks display on the Fourth of July, celebrations across the city’s The week of Fourth of July is no different. At 9 p.m., Wednesday, July 2, Navy Pier will hold its usual, free 10-minute fireworks show along the lake. The fireworks will be a part of Libertyfest which will start with a parade at 10 a.m. on July 4 beginning at 12 S. Center St. Food, drinks and music will be available starting at 6 p.m., and the Plan your perfect Independence Day weekend in Chicago with our 2025 Fourth of July guide. From fireworks shows and music festivals to the NASCAR Street Race and rooftop parties, here’s your full More events taking place during the 4th of July weekend include: World’s Largest Karaoke at The Salt Shed Outdoors (Fairgrounds) (July 3, 2025), Hyde Park 4th on 53rd Parade and Free Festival (July 4, 2025), Independence Day Salute (July 4, 2025), Fourth For All at Winnemac Park (July 4, 2025), Club 1776: A 4th of July Celebration at Recess Fireworks: July 4 at approximately 9:30 p.m. Location: Lemont Road and 75th Street, Woodridge IL, 60517. Link to event page. Naperville. Community Fireworks Show 2025 is on Friday, July 4 Here’s our guide to July 4 fireworks displays in the Chicago area, with shows from almost a hundred communities. Get ready to celebrate America’s birthday with a bang! From city skyline shows to small-town charm, the Chicagoland area lights up the skies with spectacular fireworks displays all Fourth of July weekend. Whether you’re looking for a family-friendly event with live music and food trucks or a classic park picnic under the stars, we’ve rounded up the best spots to catch fireworks in and Chicago will host its fireworks extravaganza on Saturday, July 5, while suburbs like Northbrook and Oak Lawn will hold their big displays on Independence Day. Here is a list of 4th of July fireworks shows in the Chicago area, including the suburbs and NW Indiana. Location: Best viewing at Aurora Transportation Center, 233 N Broadway, Aurora and McCullough Park, 150 W Illinois Ave, Aurora. Fireworks: Friday, July 4, 9:30 p.m. Location: The parade begins at Despite being the country’s third-largest city, Chicago will not host an official fireworks show on Friday, July 4 this year.
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