Seasonal & Holidays

Oak Lawn 2019 Fourth of July Parade, Party In The Park Fireworks

Everything you need to know about the Fourth of July in Oak Lawn, including times for the parade, Party In The Park and fireworks.

What you need to know about Oak Lawn's Fourth of July Parade, Party and Fireworks.
What you need to know about Oak Lawn's Fourth of July Parade, Party and Fireworks. (Patch Editor Lorraine Swanson)

OAK LAWN, IL -- Start your celebration on Thursday, July 4 at the Village of Oak Lawn's Annual Fourth of July Parade. The parade kicks off at 10 a.m. at 95th Street and 51st Avenue and heads westbound to 95th Street and 55th Ct.

After the Parade ends, continue the fun at the Oak Lawn Park District's Fourth of July Party in the Park event at Memorial Park, 102nd and Major Ave.

In conjunction with the Oak Lawn Park District's 75th Anniversary, we are showing our appreciation to the community for their continued support by offering FREE Admission at this year's event.

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Day-time festivities will begin with a variety of family activities from 12:00 – 4:00pm that includes: A treasure hunt, Adult and Youth Watermelon Eating Contests, fishing derby, carnival games, inflatables, bingo, crafts, magician, balloon animals, Food Trucks, Storyteller provided by the Oak Lawn Public Library, concessions and more.

Take a short stroll from Memorial Park to Stony Creek Golf Course, Restaurants and Banquets (103rd St.) to participate in a mini-golf tournament and longest drive contest. The facilities dining room will also be open for food and drink purchases.

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Free evening entertainment will be held at the football field at Richards High School (106th Street and Central Avenue). Gates will open at 6:00pm. G.A.C. Entertainment will provide music at 7 p.m. followed by a spectacular fireworks display at 9 p.m. that is cosponsored by the Village of Oak Lawn.

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