This year, Chicago Heights is proud to partner with St. James Hospital to celebrate Independence Day and the hospital's 100th year anniversary.
The celebration will be on July 2 and starts with our Patriotic Parade at 3 p.m. Any parties interested in participating in the parade may do so by completing an application available at Chicago Heights 4th of July Parade Application.
At 5 p.m., our pre-fireworks show begins, located at Bloom High School’s north field. The show features Abraxas, a tribute band known as Sounds of Santana, from 5-7 p.m. Grand Avenue Big Band begins at 7 p.m. and is an 18-piece group that will woo the audience with their '20s, '30s and '40s music, and has a Andrew Sisters-styled vocal trio.
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At 9 p.m., when it begins to get dark, we will feature our spectacular fireworks show.
Admission to all events is free to families. Food and beverages will be available for sale.