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: 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. Where to celebrate the Fourth of July holiday this year in Forest Park, Oak Park, Brookfield and North Riverside. Here's where you can watch Fourth of July fireworks across the Chicago area Some Chicago suburbs will hold their festivities on July 3, others will wait until the holiday itself. Communities across Illinois are celebrating the 4th of July with fireworks, parades, live music, carnivals, food vendors and more — keep reading for a roundup of some of the top events in every corner of the state. These are all the dates for which I have current Illinois fireworks display listings for the next thirteen months or so. If you click on a date, you'll get summaries of all the displays for that date. If you're looking for fireworks in Illinois this 4th of July, you're in the right place. Whether you're staying close to home or road-tripping for the perfect view, this complete schedule has every confirmed fireworks display we could find Here’s a roundup of local Fourth of July celebrations taking place in the metro-east this year, including fireworks and more. Some events will be held Thursday or Saturday. Alton Complete guide to Illinois 4th of July 2025 events! 20 cities, from Chicago's Navy Pier fireworks to small-town parades. Schedules, tips & planning info. July 4th is just around the corner! Here's where you can see fireworks displays around Chicago, the suburbs and Northwest Indiana in 2025. The Fourth of July always seems to arrive before we know it, the height of summer here already. With the holiday comes fireworks; read on to find the best show near you. Downtown Chicago fireworks Here's the CGL Guide to Fourth of July Fireworks! We've rounded up the best spots to catch fireworks in and around Chicago, organized by schedule and location. Minonk 4th of July Celebration When: Dusk, July 5, 2025 Where: Sutton’s Park, North Chestnut St., Minonk, IL Roanoke 18th Annual Cruise-In When: Dusk, July 3, 2025 Where: Mt. Jumbo, near Mill and Randolph streets, Roanoke, IL Plan your celebrations and enjoy the fireworks lighting up the skies across Central Illinois this Fourth of July. (WAND) - WAND has compiled a list of Fourth of July celebrations, including fireworks, parades, and festivals, taking place across central Illinois. In July 2001, local council members made it clear that the naming rights to the Amphitheatre were not for sale, signaling a commitment to preserving its identity and protecting it from corporate branding. This decision culminated in an official naming dedication on July 4th, 2004, marking a meaningful moment in the venue's history. We've put together a comprehensive guide of fireworks and celebrations taking place across Central Illinois this Independence Day. Here is a list of 4th of July fireworks shows in the Chicago area, including the suburbs and NW Indiana. 7 p.m. Mr. Ed at Beattie Park Parade route Rockford’s Fourth of July parade route (Image provided by Rockford 4th of July Civic Committee) This year’s Fourth of July parade follows the same route at past years. It begins at 4:40 p.m. with a motorcycle parade, followed by the Screw City Jeep parade and then the main parade. 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 Here’s our guide to July 4 fireworks displays in the Chicago area, with shows from almost a hundred communities.
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