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

DARIEN, IL — The 4th of July is quickly approaching, and that means fireworks, parades and other events will be hosted around the area. Darien residents can enjoy a fireworks display put on by the city of Darien, village of Downers Grove and the village of Woodridge.

The fireworks will start at 9:30 p.m. on July 4. at 75th Street and Lemont Road.

Temperatures will remain hot for both July 3 and July 4, so if you're spending time outside, make sure you stay cool. Here's a look at the forecast from the National Weather Service:

• TUESDAY, JULY 3: A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Partly sunny, with a high near 90. Heat index values as high as 97. Southeast wind around 5 mph.
• TUESDAY NIGHT: A slight chance of showers and thunderstorms before 8 p.m., then a slight chance of showers after 5 a.m. Partly cloudy, with a low around 73. South southeast wind around 5 mph. Chance of precipitation is 20%.
• WEDNESDAY, JULY 4: A 40 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms, mainly after 7 a.m. Partly sunny, with a high near 90. Heat index values as high as 101. South southwest wind 5 to 10 mph.
• WEDNESDAY NIGHT: A 20 percent chance of showers and thunderstorms. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 74. South southwest wind around 5 mph.

If you're looking for fireworks or other events nearby, you can check out these events:

• Nearby Lemont will also host a fireworks show, starting at 9:30 p.m. July 3 at Centennial Park. The event features activities for kids, a beer garden, entertainment and a food court.
• Hinsdale will hold a celebration on July 4 at Burlington Park from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. A parade will begin at 10 a.m. There will be a craft fair, inflatables, carnival games and more.
• You can catch a fireworks show in Clarendon Hills at Prospect Park. Residents can enjoy fireworks from Prospect Park at 9:30 p.m. Hinsdale Golf Club sets off fireworks, and while it is a private club not open to the public, you can still see the fireworks at the park on July 4.
• Pleasant Dale Park District in Burr Ridge will put on a fireworks show starting at dusk on July 3 at Walker Park.