As the 4th of July approaches, you can look forward to a variety of enjoyable activities. Whether you want to indulge in a hot dog, relax with a cold, crisp beer, unwind in the warm sun at the beach, or enjoy watching fireworks in Chicago, the day promises celebration. After all, what is the 4th of July without fireworks?
Whether you live in Chicago or the surrounding Chicago suburbs, here is a list of fireworks shows to check out.
4th of July fireworks in Chicago
The best place to watch 4th of July fireworks in Chicago is Navy Pier. The pier hosts fireworks shows every Wednesday at 9 p.m. and Saturday at 10 p.m. during the summer. This year, the 4th of July fireworks will take place on July 5 at 10 p.m. in Cook County.
4th of July fireworks in Cook County
Wheeling: June 28, 9:15 p.m. at the Chicago Executive Airport.
Burbank: June 28, 9:45 p.m. at Narragansett Park.
Des Plaines: June 29, 9:15 p.m., at Oakton College.
Mount Prospect: July 2 and 4, 9:30 p.m. at Melas Park
Burr Ridge: July 3, sunset.
Glencoe: July 3, 9 p.m. at Lakefront Park.
Lemont: July 3, 9:30 p.m. at Centennial Park.
Palos Heights: July 3, 9:15 p.m. at Memorial Park.
Wilmette: July 3, sunset at Gilson Park.
Morton Grove: July 4, sunset at Harrer Park/Civic Center.
Barrington: July 4, 9:30 p.m. at Barrington High School.
Elgin: July 4, 9:30 p.m. at Festival Park
Elk Grove: July 4, 9:20 p.m. at Elk Grove Park
Evanston: July 4, 9:30 p.m. at the Evanston Lakefront.
Glenview: July 4, 9:20 p.m. at Gallery Park
Northbrook: July 4, sunset at Meadowhill Park.
Oak Lawn: July 4, sunset at Richards High School.
Orland Park: July 4, 9:30 p.m. at Centennial Park West.
Skokie: July 4, 9:30 p.m. at Niles West High School.
South Holland: July 4, 6 p.m. at Veterans Memorial Park.
Tinley Park: July 4, 9:30 p.m. at McCarthy Park.
Winnetka: July 4, 9:20 p.m. at Duke Child’s Field.
Hoffman Estates: July 5, 9:30 p.m. at the NOW Arena for the Northwest Fourth Fest.
Palatine: July 5 at 9 p.m. at Palatine Community Park.