Wilmette 4th of July Fireworks: When and Where to Watch Them

Wilmette, IL—A parade, fun run and concert, all capped off with a fireworks display, will be part of this year's Fourth of July celebration in Wilmette.

Fireworks are scheduled for 9:30 p.m. Sunday, July 3, at Gillson Park, Sheridan Road and Michigan Avenue, and along Lake Michigan.

Before the fireworks display, the village also will be holding an Independence Day celebration starting at 4 p.m. at Gillson Park, Wallace Bowl and along the lakefront. Activities include:

• live music at 7 p.m. at Wallace Bowl
• carnival games
• food vendors
• a post-fireworks concert by The Dooley Brothers at 10:45 p.m.

There also will be the annual July 3 Fun Run/Walk, which includes a 4-mile run, and a 2-mile walk, as well as and short youth races in eight age categories. The races begin and end at Gillson Park.

The adult Fun Run/Walk begins at 8 a.m. Youth races start at 9:15 a.m. and will run at 10-minute intervals.

Go to the village's website for more information.

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