Fireworks Near Me: New Lenox's 4th Of July 2020

NEW LENOX, IL – July 4 events across the country will not look the same this year thanks to the coronavirus. Many cities and towns have been forced to cancel the annual Fourth of July events, including the annual fireworks show in New Lenox. Although the fireworks are canceled, New Lenox is still holding a Fourth of July parade.

The parade will be held at 11 a.m. July 4 and will honor military, first responders, healthcare workers, teachers and essential workers and will follow the same route as the Loyalty Day parade.

Essential workers like grocery store workers, construction workers, restaurant workers and pharmacy workers are also encouraged to walk in the parade.

The parade will follow Cedar Road down Haven to the Commons, the village said. If you would like to walk in the parade, you can fill out the form here.

Due to the pandemic, counties or cities may adjust or cancel events at the last minute. Check your event before you go. Know of other events in the area? Post them on the Patch calendar or share details on our free Neighbor Post feature.

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