Shooting Cancels 4th Of July Fireworks, Parade In Glenview

UPDATE: Due to a mass shooting in Highland Park Monday, all 4th of July related activities in Glenview have been canceled.

The Village of Glenview said in a post on its website:

"The Glenview 4th of July Parade and Fireworks Show have been canceled following the shooting that took place at the Highland Park parade earlier today. This decision was made out of an abundance of caution as part of a coordinated safety response by the Village of Glenview, Glenview Police Department and Glenview Park District. There have been no incidents in Glenview and there is no known direct threat to the Village. Barricades will be placed at the entrances to parking lots for the fireworks show to prevent crowds from gathering at Gallery Park. The Glenview Park District has closed all its facilities and canceled all programs through Tuesday, July 5. Stay tuned to the Village, Glenview Police and Glenview Park District social channels for additional updates. Citizens are encouraged to take safety precautions. The police are reminding residents to stay vigilant and call 9-1-1 if you see anything suspicious. Our thoughts are with our neighbors in Highland Park."

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GLENVIEW, IL — After two years of cancellations and modifications, residents in cities and counties across the country are looking forward to many of the traditional Independence Day activities that mark the summer holiday. July 4 is tomorrow, so there’s still time to find out what Fourth of July fireworks and festivities are going on near you in 2022.

We have all the fireworks shows, parades and festivals happening in and around Glenview so you can start planning now.

Here's what's in store this July 4 in Glenview:

July 4 Festivities

What: Glenview 4th of July Celebration
Where: Several locations
When: July 4

Parade
11:30 a.m. July 4 — Lehigh and Glenview roads

Bike Parade
11:15 a.m. July 4 — Jackman Park, 1011 Lehigh Ave.

Twilight Fireworks (Gallery Park, 2001 Patriot Blvd.)

• 5 p.m. July 4 — Music with live DJ, food vendors
• 7 p.m. July 4 — Live band
• 9:30 p.m. July 4 - Fireworks

The full Fourth of July parade through downtown Glenview is back. Join the Village for the annual Glenview 4th of July Celebration with floats, a bike parade, entertainers, live music, food trucks, giveaways and more. End the evening with the Glenview Bank & Trust Twilight Fireworks synchronized to music. Don't miss this year’s Glenview 4th of July Celebration.

Nearby Fireworks

• Northbrook
• Buffalo Grove
• Deerfield

Due to pandemic surges, counties or cities may adjust or cancel events at the last minute, so double-check with organizers. Know of other events in the area? Post them on the Patch calendar.