Lemont 4th Of July Fireworks: 2018 Guide

LEMONT, IL — The 4th of July is quickly approaching, and for Lemont residents, that means the annual fireworks show at Lemont Park District will be upon us soon.

The Lemont Park District, village of Lemont and the Lemont Township will host the Independence Day Extravaganza on July 3 at Centennial Park.

The event kicks off at 4 p.m., when the premium kids zone, the beer garden and the food court opens. There will also be music by GAC Entertainment. At 6 p.m., Dick Diamond & The Dusters will perform.

Finally, at 9:30 p.m., the fireworks show will start.

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.

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If you're looking for other events near Lemont, you can check out:

Fireworks Off 75th Street

• Darien, Downers Grove and Woodridge will host a fireworks show starting at 9:30 p.m. on July 4. You will be able to see the fireworks if you park along 75th Street, especially near 75th and Lemont Road.

Naperville Ribfest Fireworks

• If you're heading out to Naperville Ribfest on July 4, you can check out their fireworks show starting at 9:30 p.m. The fest takes place at 724 S. West St.