Here is a list of 4th of July fireworks shows in the Chicago area, including the suburbs and NW Indiana. "On Saturday, July 6th at 9:30pm, the Northwest Fourth-Fest fireworks show returns with a state-of-the-art computerized fireworks display. The fireworks are visible from anywhere on Hoffman Estates: The Northwest Fourth-Fest runs July 2-6, including a carnival, live music, a parade along Illinois Boulevard at 9 a.m. July 4, a drone show at 9:30 p.m. July 4 at Village Green, and fireworks 9:30 p.m. July 5 at NOW Arena (5333 Prairie Stone Parkway); northwestfourthfest.com Fri, 04 Jul, 2025 at 05:30 pm Northwest Fourth-Fest 5510 Prairie Stone Parkway, Hoffman Estates, IL, United States, Illinois 60192 FESTIVALS4TH-OF-JULY-FIREWORKS Sat, 05 Jul, 2025 at 05:30 pm David's House and 7th Heaven at Northwest Fourth-Fest Hideaway Brew Garden CONCERTSPERFORMANCES Sat, 05 Jul, 2025 at 08:00 pm HAPPY 4TH OF JULY WEEKEND W This multi-day festival is held outside NOW Arena and features the region’s largest fireworks show, a spectacular drone show, 5 acres of carnival rides, live music, a free kids’ zone with petting zoo, games and activities, food from local vendors, and a beer garden. Northwest Fourth-Fest: 5-11 p.m. Wednesday, July 2; noon to 11 p.m. Thursday through Saturday, July 3-5; and noon to 5 p.m. Sunday, July 6, at 5333 Prairie Stone Parkway, Hoffman Estates. Whether you’re into fireworks, parades, concerts, family-focused fun, or food — well, everyone’s into food — Chicagoland provides something for everyone during the Fourth of July holiday Live entertainment, a carnival, a parade, kids activities, food and fireworks take over the NOW Arena in Hoffman Estates for the week of the Fourth of July. Kids Zone attractions include a petting July 6th schedule for Northwest Fourth-Fest in Hoffman Estates, IL. Northwest Fourth-Fest, the region’s largest free-admission Fourth of July celebration, is back in Hoffman Estates! Hosted by the Village of Hoffman Estates and the Hoffman Estates Park District, Northwest Fourth-Fest is underway at the NOW Arena, 5333 Prairie Stone Parkway, with the carnival running through Sunday, July 6. Celebrate the Fourth of July near Hoffman Estates with top fireworks and festivals in Schaumburg, Palatine, Itasca, and more—all within 30 minutes. Northwest Fourth-Fest finally returns July 2nd - July 6th with more family-friendly fun than ever before! Not all attractions are open every day. Please click on the links below and check the schedule for full attraction details. Celebrate Independence Day at Northwest Fourth Fest—one of the largest 4th of July festivals in the northwest suburbs! Enjoy free family fun, live music, a carnival, delicious food, a drone light show, and a spectacular fireworks show in Hoffman Estates. Northwest Fourth-Fest: 5-11 p.m. Wednesday, July 2; noon to 11 p.m. Thursday through Saturday, July 3-5; and noon to 8 p.m. Sunday, July 6, at 5333 Prairie Stone Parkway, Hoffman Estates. This July 4th, Schaumburg-Hoffman Estates lights up with spectacular fireworks shows, festive parades, live music, and family-friendly fun. Whether you're a local or visiting for the holiday, there's no shortage of ways to celebrate Independence Day 2025 in Schaumburg-Hoffman Estates. Northwest Fourth-Fest is a 4th of July celebration that includes live entertainment, fireworks, free kids activities, carnival, and more! ADDRESS Northwest Fourth-Fest 5333 Prairie Stone Parkway Hoffman Estates, IL 60192 FESTIVAL HOURS July 2: 5pm - 11pm July 3: 12pm - 11pm July 4: 12pm - 11pm July 5: 12pm - 11pm July 6: 12pm - 8pm CONTACT Fourth of July Hotline 847-252-5446 On Saturday, July 5th at 9:30pm, the Northwest Fourth-Fest fireworks show returns with a state-of-the-art computerized fireworks display. The fireworks are visible from anywhere on festival grounds. ADDRESS Northwest Fourth-Fest 5333 Prairie Stone Parkway Hoffman Estates, IL 60192 FESTIVAL HOURS July 2: 5pm - 11pm July 3: 12pm - 11pm July 4: 12pm - 11pm July 5: 12pm - 11pm July 6: 12pm - 8pm CONTACT The parade will take place on Friday, July 4, 2025, at 9 a.m. on Illinois Boulevard. Interested in participating? Click here to downlo ad and complete an application form. Each year, non-perishable canned foods, boxed goods and paper products are donated along the parade route.
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