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Looking for things to do in Chicago for 4th of July weekend? Here is a list of fireworks shows in the Chicago area, including the suburbs and NW IN. ITASCA, Ill. — The Village of Itasca announced Thursday that it will not host its annual Fourth of July fireworks celebration this year. According to a village spokesperson, the display which Here’s our guide to July 4 fireworks displays in the Chicago area, with shows from almost a hundred communities. While most Fourth of July firework shows are slated for later in the evening, many municipalities will host parades for those looking to celebrate earlier in the day. CHICAGO (WGN) — As Pride Month nears its end, nearly a million people were expected to make their way to the city’s North Side on Sunday for the 54th annual Chicago Pride Parade. WGN News recently compiled a list of Fourth of July fireworks displays and festivities spanning the Chicagoland area. Readers may view the entire list by clicking here. Despite being the country’s third-largest city, Chicago will not host an official fireworks show on Friday, July 4 this year. The attack Authorities allege a gunman perched on a roof shot at crowds assembled for a Fourth of July parade in downtown Highland Park, the upscale suburb 30 miles north of Chicago. CHICAGO (WGN) — As the Fourth of July holiday approaches rapidly, the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs is reminding locals about the trauma that can be associated with fireworks for those who No fireworks in Chicago for the Fourth of July. Navy Pier will still host fireworks displays on July 2 and July 5. HIGHLAND PARK, Ill. — For survivors of the Highland Park Parade mass shooting the Fourth of July takes new meaning. Its now a painful reminder of a day that changed their lives forever. Seven 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. As the 4th of July in Chicago approaches, it’s time to start planning how to celebrate this year. Festivities will include dazzling fireworks, barbecues, rooftop pools, park picnics, and decorations in red, white, and blue. Here's why Chicago doesn't have a fireworks show on July 4 Navy Pier typically holds free summer fireworks shows in Chicago over the summer on Wednesdays and Saturdays, but this year, the Fourth There are plenty of neighborhood-based Fourth of July events in lieu of an official Chicago Independence Day fireworks display. Fourth of July Festivities 2025 are on Friday, July 4. Events include a parade and “4th for All” Celebration, featuring an arts and crafts fair, food vendors, kids activities and live music by 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 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. Chicago Tribune With the Independence Day holiday comes fireworks — read on to find the best displays near you. Arlington Heights: The local Frontier Days Festival at Recreation Park (500 E. Miner St.) is back, running July 2-6. The parade is 10 a.m. July 4; more at frontierdays.org. But no community fireworks display for 2025.
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