Evanston 4th Of July Fireworks: 2019 Guide, Scheduled Time

EVANSTON, IL — July 4th is quickly approaching, which means it's time to fire up that barbecue and find out what Fourth of July fireworks and festivities are going on near you this Independence Day. Patch has gathered up all the fireworks shows, parades and festivals happening in and around Evanston so you can start planning now.

Here's what's in store for Evanston on Thursday, July 4:

9 a.m. — Games and all-ages activities at playground sites throughout Evanston
12:45 p.m. — Central Street fun run.
2 p.m. — 97th annual Independence Day parade down Central Street
7:30 p.m. — Lakefront twilight concert from Palatine Concert Band.
9:30 p.m. — Fireworks display launched from Clark Street Beach, music on 90.5 FM

Unlike celebrations in many other towns, Evanston's Independence Day festivities are organized without any taxpayer funding by volunteers from the nonprofit Evanston 4th of July Association, which is supported through donations from local individuals, business and foundations. According to the its website, the association was formed in 1921 by the North End Mother's Club after a child was injured while setting off fireworks.

As of Wednesday, the National Weather Service was predicting a high of 82 to 89 degrees Thursday for the Chicago area, but just like last year — when storms turned deadly on the 4th of July — scattered storms are a possibility. The NWS is predicting a 30 percent chance of storms both Wednesday and Thursday nights — so keep an eye out for weather-related fireworks cancellations.

Also on July 4, the Evanston Haitian Community Festival is being held from 2 p.m. to 10 p.m. at James Park. The free festival will feature live music from, Caribbean food, soccer and basketball tournaments, a bounce house, face painting, water games a raffle and more. Organizers are accepting donations via an online fundraiser.

More: Evanston 2019 Summer Event And Festival Guide

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