Here’s a breakdown of Fourth of July festivities in and around Chicagoland this year, by the following regions: City of Chicago, north suburbs, northwest suburbs, south suburbs, southwest 9233 Shermer Rd, Morton Grove, IL, 60053 Join us on Thursday, June 19, from 12 PM to 6 PM for our very first Public Open Hours Day at the International Servant Leaders Museum. The event consists of carnival rides and games, delicious food, a friendly beer garden (where the best beer in the world is closest at hand), a great mix of live entertainment, 4th of July Parade, and a spectacular 4th of July Fireworks Show. The village of Niles is hosting a Fourth of July parade starting at 8:45 a.m. at Notre Dame College Prep, 7655 W. Dempster St., Niles. The parade will travel from the high school to Grennan Here is a list of 4th of July fireworks shows in the Chicago area, including the suburbs and NW Indiana. List of parades and events this 4th of July in Chicago Since 3rd of July Aurora Transportation Center and McCullough Park Berwyn at Morton West High School The Bridgeview Park District The Burr Fourth Of July Fireworks In Morton Grove On July 4 at Morton Grove Days Fest 6140 Dempster St. - July 4 at 9 p.m. The fireworks show will begin at 9:30 p.m., or after dark, on July 4. The festival will include music, a parade, Morton Grove Days Market, a beer garden and more. Fourth of July Fireworks In Oak Brook on July 3, 2025 At Taste Of Oak Brook Festival Thursday, 9:00 pm Niles-Morton Grove, IL From fireworks shows and music festivals to the NASCAR Street Race and rooftop parties, here’s your full list of events happening July 3–7. 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 Morton Grove Days is a celebration of country and community spirit! Featuring live music, carnival, parade, fireworks, beer garden, food, and loads of family entertainment! Celebrate your Fourth of July with us at Morton Grove Days! Join us for Skokie's annual 4th of July Parade in downtown Skokie! The parade kicks off at noon along Lincoln Avenue at Oakton College and proceeds east on Oakton Street. A few hours after the Skokie 4th of July Parade downtown, make your way over to Niles West High School for the best free fireworks show and entertainment around! Fourth Of July Fireworks In Morton Grove On July 4 at Morton Grove Days Fest 6140 Dempster St. - July 4 at 9 p.m. 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. Promoting Community Spirit and Good Will by bringing Morton Grove together! The primary responsibility of the Morton Grove Days Commission is to orchestrate the 4th of July festivities in the Village of Morton Grove. Schedule of Events 2:30 pm: Parade 4:00 - 11:00 pm: North American Midway Carnival/Food Court 5:00 - 10:45 pm: Entertainment/Beer The fireworks are part of Morton Grove Days, which runs from July 3 to 6 and includes a parade at 2:30 p.m. on July 4, along with food, music and activities throughout the weekend.
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