Seasonal & Holidays
UPDATED July 4 Fireworks Guide: Where They're Still Happening In Chicago Area
Amid a stormy weekend, here's the latest on which Chicago-area fireworks shows are still happening and which may be rained out.
Despite a rainy weekend, it's shaping up to be a star-spangled Fourth of July as the U.S. celebrates its 250th birthday.
Patch has all the fireworks shows, parades and festivals happening in and around the Chicagoland, but with an uncertain forecast, check with local municipalities and park districts before heading out.
Stormy weather—and even a lightning strike—on Thursday, Friday and Saturday made for soggy ground and some rained-out celebrations.
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Storms rolled through the area again on July 4, although "most areas are favored to be rain-free for evening firework shows, but isolated showers will remain possible," the National Weather Service said Saturday afternoon.
Here's Patch's updated list as of 4:30 p.m. on Saturday. Please check with the organizers' websites or social media for the latest as weather conditions change.
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Cook County
JULY 1: Frontier Days Festival Arlington Heights
JULY 3: Wilmette July 3 Fun & Fireworks 2026 Independence Day Celebration
JULY 4: 2026 Winnetka July 4 Fireworks Show
JULY 4: Skokie/Niles Fourth of July Fireworks 2026. Note: Skokie Parks said it still plans to host its fireworks show on Saturday, but depending on the weather, fireworks may start earlier or later than the scheduled time of 9:30 p.m. "Check our socials for any fireworks festival update."
JULY 4: Evanston 4th of July Celebration 2026: Concert & Fireworks. Note: The Evanston Fourth of July Association said it works closely with the City of Evanston when making weather-related decisions about event cancellations. "Safety is the top priority, and decisions are guided by information from local and national weather services. Please stay informed by checking our website, our social media, and the City of Evanston’s official website for updates."
JULY 4: 2026 Independence Day Parade Des Plaines. Note: The City of Des Plaines said, "This event is weather dependent, and updates will be communicated through our Facebook page at facebook.com/cityofdesplaines."
JULY 4: Northbrook 4th of July Parade and Fireworks. Note: Saturday morning's parade was canceled. Officials said, "Safety is always our highest priority. Stay tuned for updates on possible weather impacts for tonight’s fireworks display."
JULY 4: Glenview 4th of July Celebration 2026. Note: Glenview Parks said fireworks will go on as planned, adding, "We are actively monitoring the weather. If a time change is necessary to work around the storms, we will post an update on our social media channels, as well as the GPD Rainout Line. https://glenviewparks.org/weather-cancellations/"
JULY 4: Fourth of July Fireworks At Richards High School in Oak Lawn
JULY 4: Tinley Park Independence Day Celebration 2026
DELAYED - JULY 4: Orland Park Independence Day Celebration
DuPage County
JULY 3: Burr Ridge 3rd Of July Fireworks
CANCELED - JULY 3: 2026 July 4 Fireworks Guide For Wheaton
JULY 4: Hinsdale's 4th of July Parade and “4th for All” Celebration
CANCELED - JULY 4: 2026 July 4 Fireworks Guide For Downers Grove
CANCELED - JULY 4: 2026 July 4 Fireworks Guide For Woodridge
JULY 3: 2026 July 4 Fireworks Guide For Lisle. Note: Organizers attempted to hold this event, but it was ultimately canceled. The Village of Lisle shared, "We know how much this celebration means to our community, and we share in your disappointment. Rather than simply cancelling, we are already working with our fireworks vendor, and the Lisle Park District to identify a future date when we can safely reschedule the fireworks show."
CANCELED - JULY 4: 2026 July 4 Fireworks Guide For Glen Ellyn
CANCELED - JULY 4: 2026 July 4 Fireworks Guide For Naperville
Kane County
JULY 3: Aurora Fourth of July Celebration at RiverEdge Park
JULY 4: Batavia Fourth of July Fireworks Show. Note: Organizers said, "Our July 4th SkyShow is still ON! 
We are continuing to monitor the weather closely and will post updates here if anything changes."
Kendall County
JULY 4: Oswego Independence Day Fireworks. Note: The village shared, "The Oswego250 fireworks show will move forward as planned and begin at 10 p.m."
Lake County
JULY 3: America 250 In Highland Park: 2026 Parade And Fireworks
JULY 3: Deerfield Family Days 2026
JULY 3 & 4: Six Flags Star Spangled Nights at Six Flags Great America
JULY 4: 2026 Lake Forest Festival and Fireworks. Note: The city said, "𝐓𝐡𝐞 𝐞𝐯𝐞𝐧𝐭 𝐢𝐬 𝐬𝐜𝐡𝐞𝐝𝐮𝐥𝐞𝐝 𝐭𝐨 𝐩𝐫𝐨𝐜𝐞𝐞𝐝 𝐚𝐬 𝐩𝐥𝐚𝐧𝐧𝐞𝐝 𝐚𝐭 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐭𝐢𝐦𝐞. However, with the potential for rapidly developing storms and changing weather conditions, the City will be monitoring the forecast closely throughout the day."
JULY 4: Fireworks at Butler Lake Park on July 4, 2026. Note: The Village of Libertyville said, "We are currently monitoring the weather conditions for tonight's fireworks display. At this time, the fireworks are still scheduled for tonight (July 4th) at approximately 9:30 p.m. If the weather creates unsafe conditions, the fireworks may be delayed or postponed until Sunday, July 5th. Please check the Village's social media, website and Rainout Line at (224) 295-5722 or https://statusfy.com/2242955722/13 for the latest weather-related updates before heading out."
JULY 4: Beach Fest Fireworks on July 4 In Round Lake Beach. Note: The village said the event will happen "RAIN OR SHINE! If weather conditions change or inclement weather moves into the area, live music will move indoors so the fun can continue!"
JULY 4: Independence Day Celebration in Vernon Hills. Note: From the Village of Vernon Hills - "We are closely monitoring the weather for tonight's fireworks display. At this time, the fireworks are still scheduled for Saturday, July 4, at approximately 9:15 PM. If rain, wind or severe weather makes it unsafe to proceed, the fireworks may be delayed or postponed to Sunday, July 5. Decisions about the pre-fireworks DJ Dance Party will also be determined as we move through the afternoon. "
JULY 4: Fourth of July Fireworks Display in Mundelein. Note: The village urged residents, "Please continue to follow the Village of Mundelein on Facebook and Instagram for the latest updates regarding Mundelein Community Days."
McHenry County
JULY 4: Fourth of July Fireworks, Ski Show In Wonder Lake
RESCHEDULED FOR SUNDAY, JULY 5: July 4 Fireworks in Huntley at Deicke Park
JULY 5: Fireworks at Lakeside Festival in Crystal Lake
Will County
JULY 3: Lockport July 3rd Fireworks
JULY 3: Plainfield 4th of July Fireworks Show & Food Truck Festival
JULY 3: Mokena July 3rd Celebration And Food Truck Fest
JULY 3: Channahon Independence Day Celebration 2026
JULY 3: Joliet Eve of Independence: America 250 Fireworks and Celebration
JULY 4: 4th Of July Fireworks, America's 250th Anniversary In Bolingbrook. Note: Although the celebration is a "rain or shine" event, Bolingbrook Golf Club announced a "weather hold" as of just after 4:30 p.m. Saturday, telling guests, "We ask for your patience and cooperation as we work closely with local officials and emergency personnel to determine when it is safe to resume activities. Please remain in your vehicles and continue to monitor official Village of Bolingbrook and Bolingbrook Golf Club communication channels for updates."
JULY 4: Frankfort July 4th Fireworks At Main Park. Note: The Frankfort Park District asked residents to stay tuned for weather updates.
JULY 4: Joliet's Fourth Of July Fireworks Show. NOTE: City of Joliet Special Events shared,"We'll continue to monitor the weather and share any updates if needed, but right now... let the celebrations begin!"
JULY 4: Village of New Lenox Independence Day Celebration 2026. Note: The village said the Joliet American Legion Band's performance is canceled, but "the current forecast shows that the severe weather will clear out in time for The Ides of March performance at 8:00 and the fireworks at 9:20 pm," telling residents, "Please wait for severe weather to pass before making your way to the Commons tonight!"
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