Channahon July 4th Fireworks, Parades And More: 2018 Guide

CHANNAHON, IL - It's almost time for the ultimate summer celebration: The 4th of July 2018 is right around the corner, and area communities are gearing up for Independence Day celebrations, complete with fireworks, food, live music and more. Here's a look at how and when area towns are celebrating.

Channahon

• What: Independence Day Celebration featuring a "freedom parade" with kids, pets and bikes, a foam pit, sand art, inflatables, face-painting, live music from the Sushi Roll Band, dodge ball, concessions, drinks and an after-fireworks party until 10:30 p.m.
• When: 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. July 4
• Where: Community Park, 23304 W. McClintock Road
• Cost: Free admission (concessions by Pam's Academy of Dance and Taco Burrito King available for purchase)
• Schedule:
  • 5:30 p.m. Foam pit, sand art, inflatables, face painting, Freedom Parade decorating, concert in the park with Sushi Roll
  • 6 p.m. Freedom Parade
  • 7 p.m. Dodge ball tournament at tennis courts
  • 9:15 p.m. Fireworks by Fire Alarm Fireworks Co.Joliet

• What: Independence Celebration and Fireworks featuring food and brews, live music and more.
• When: 6 to 10 p.m. July 3; fireworks at 9:30 p.m.
• Where: Billie Limacher Bicentennial Park, 201 W. Jefferson St. at Bluff Street
• Cost: Free (food and drinks available for purchase)

Joliet

• What: July 4 Celebration
• When: 9:20 p.m. July 4 (gates open at 6 p.m.)
• Where: Joliet Memorial Stadium, 3000 W. Jefferson St.
• Cost: Free

Morris

• What: Grundy County Fair fireworks: Admission is free for the fireworks, but there are fees for some events/activities at the fair, which features rides, games, livestock demonstrations/judging, Magic Matt's Family Fun Show, eating contests, street stock racing and more.
• When: 7:30 p.m. July 2 Grandstand Show & Fireworks – live music from the Ethan Bell Band followed by fireworks
• Where: Grundy County Fairgrounds, 8890 Route 47
• Cost: Free

Here is your guide for additional Chicago area fireworks shows, events.