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Fireworks

Kane County Cougars

LOCATION: Northwestern Medicine Field | 39W125 Cherry Lane, Geneva

DATE: Fireworks after the games on

  • May 12, 13, 19, 20

  • June 1, 9, 10, 16, 17, 22, 29, 30

  • July 1, 2, 13, 14, 15

  • August 3, 4, 5, 17, 18, 19 

  • September 1, 2, 3

 

FEATURES: There are SO MANY fireworks shows at Northwestern Medicine Field this season, and each Fireworks Day has other ballpark specials to further entice you to get in there! 

COST: Comes with purchase of game ticket. Get BUY ONE GET ONE FREE Tickets with code 'SPL' all season long!

Geneva

Pottawatomie Park

NEW LOCATION: Langum Park, 7th & Madison in downtown St. Charles

DATE: July 4, 2023 | 6pm, fireworks at DARK

 

FEATURES: St. Charles Park District, in partnership with the City of St. Charles, will host an extraordinary fireworks display on Monday, July 4 at DARK. When the sun goes down, the night sky lights up with an ooh- and aah-worthy festival of colors, lights and sounds. But before the boom-and-sizzle of fireworks supply the soundtrack to the 4th of July celebration, the Feel Good Party Band will take the stage in the historic pavilion at 6pm until the start of the fireworks extravaganza at dark. Just a single dose of this fun and energetic tribute band will cure an ailing for whatever you got. Digging deep into the vast catalog of the 80s & 90s, these guys inject new life into timeless music providing the perfect party jam. *Warning side effects may include: excessive dancing, hand clapping, and cheering resulting in possible sore throats, achy legs and unwanted sweating. ($10 parking for non-residents)

COST: FREE!

St. Charles

Batavia High School

LOCATION: Batavia High School Baseball Field OR Engstrom Park (326 Millview Drive) are great viewing spots!

DATE: July 4 at 9:30p.  In case of inclement weather, fireworks will be held on the next clear evening.

 

FEATURES: The band 'The Blind Roosevelts' will begin performing at 6pm, followed by the Batavia Community Band at 8:15p leading up to the Sky Concert!  The fireworks show is coordinated with a soundtrack!

COST: FREE!

Batavia

elburn fireworks show

LOCATION: Elburn Lions Park, Elburn, IL

DATE: Dusk, July 8, 2023 (Rain date July 10)

 

FEATURES: The Elburn Lions Club will offer food and non-alcoholic drinks for sale near the viewing area. Attendees are encouraged to patronize local businesses that will be open prior to and after the show. Non-alcoholic and alcoholic drinks will also be sold in the clubhouse, though alcoholic drinks will not be permitted to leave the facility. Alcohol, dogs, guns, coolers and grills are not permitted on the park grounds. This year will feature our Lions food tent and our Leos food tent.

COST: FREE!

elburn

Festival Park

LOCATION: Festival Park, 132 S. Grove Avenue, Elgin

DATE: July 4 , 2023 | Parade at 9am, Food trucks at 4pm, Concert at 7pm, Fireworks at 9:20pm

 

FEATURES: 

The City of Elgin is excited to celebrate the Fourth of July with a parade, concert and fireworks, all occurring on Tuesday, July 4. This year's theme is "90s Throwback."

Food trucks suited for various tastes will be parked on Grove street adjacent to Festival Park starting at 4:00 p.m. A free concert featuring various live music acts from across the United States will take place at Festival Park, located at 132 S Grove Avenue at 7:00 p.m. Bring your lawn chairs and blankets to enjoy this all day event. No outside alcohol or pets will be allowed at the concert and fireworks. The event concludes with a spectacular fireworks show beginning at approximately 9:20 p.m. and lasting approximately 20-30 minutes.

COST: FREE!

elgin

Naperville salute

LOCATION: Frontier Park, 3380 Cedar Glade Dr, Naperville, IL

DATE: July 4, 2023 | dusk

 

FEATURES: The Naperville Salute is our Family-Friendly Independence Day Hometown Celebration, centered around our appreciation for Veterans, Active Military, First Responders and their Families. The Salute blends community, local entertainment, and family fun. The footprint will encompass Rotary Hill June 30 - July 3, 2023, along the Riverwalk in downtown Naperville.

COST: FREE!

naperville

Aurora Fireworks

LOCATION: RiverEdge Park, 360 N Broadway Avenue, Aurora, IL 

DATE: July 3, 2023 | 7pm, Fireworks 9:45pm

 

FEATURES:

Join the City of Aurora as we celebrate Independence Day by living up to our "City of Lights" name with a spectacular fireworks display on the evening of Monday, July 3rd, 2023, in downtown Aurora!

 

Best viewing is available at RiverEdge Park (gates opening at 7:00 PM) and McCullough Park.

RiverEdge Park (360 N. Broadway Avenue, Aurora)

DJ Suave Smooth will be spinning at RiverEdge Park from 7:00 PM - 9:45 PM.

 

McCullough Park (150 W. Illinois Avenue, Aurora)

DJ Pena will be spinning at McCullough Park from 7:00 PM - 9:45 PM.

 

Wilder Park and Promenade (350 N. River St., Aurora)

Accessible by foot by both parks, Wilder Park and Promenade will host a food truck court full of food vendors for fireworks spectators! Food trucks will begin selling at 5:00 PM!

COST: FREE!

aurora

wheaton independence day celebration

LOCATION: Graf Park, 1855 Manchester Rd, Wheaton, IL 

DATE: July 3, 2023 | 5:30pm - 9:30pm

 

FEATURES: Fireworks are currently set to start at dusk (approximately 9 pm). The evening’s event will include lawn games, concessions, Carnival, DJ, and giveaways. A local scout troop will provide a flag ceremony in Graf Park before the fireworks show.

COST: FREE!

wheaton

sandwich freedom days

LOCATION: 1401 Suydam Road, Sandwich, IL

DATE: July 1, 2023 | DUSK

 

FEATURES: 

Fireworks Display Saturday, July 1st – Starts at DARK!

The Sandwich Park District is please to present the annual fireworks display located at the Sandwich Fairgrounds. Food trucks and vendors will be onsite. Bring your blankets and chairs and save your spot for a great night of family fun for all ages to enjoy. Festivities including live entertainment, music, food, games and fireworks. The fairgrounds open at 3:00P. Admission $5 per vehicle CASH ONLY .

Rain Date: July 2nd – Watch facebook/website for details regarding weather cancellations.

COST: $5 

sandwich

bartlett 4th of july festival

LOCATION: Community Park, South Bartlett Road and Stearns Road, Bartlett

DATE: July 4, 2023 | 9:15pm

 

FEATURES: The Annual Bartlett Fourth of July Fireworks Extravaganza takes place on Tuesday July 4th 2023 at Community Park located near the intersection of South Bartlett Road and Stearns Road.  The fireworks are scheduled to start at 9:15pm and finish at approximately 9:45pm. ​​

COST: FREE!

bartlett

independence day fireworks

LOCATION: Prairie Point Community Park, 4120 Plainfield Rd, Oswego

DATE: July 4, 2023 | 9:30p

 

FEATURES: Oswego’s annual Fourth of July Fireworks Display will be held at dusk, approximately 9:30 p.m., on July 4 at Prairie Point Park. The rain date is scheduled for July 5. Limited parking will be available at the park itself.

COST: FREE!

oswego

yorkville fireworks

LOCATION: Rt 47 and Countryside Parkway, Yorkville

DATE: July 4, 2023 | DUSK

 

FEATURES: The fireworks will begin at dusk and will be shot off near the corner of Rt 47 and Countryside Parkway. Please note that Countryside Parkway will be partially shut down west bound between the Hampton Inn and Goodwill and East Bound between the Hampton Inn and McHugh Rd. All Independence Day activities are free to everyone, except for food and drink purchases.

COST: FREE!

yorkville

fireworks and community event

LOCATION: Meadowdale Park, Dundee

DATE: June 24, 2023 | 6 pm- -9pm

 

FEATURES: 

Enjoy the best fireworks show in the area! Prior to the show, join us for a community event with entertainment, food vendors, and community partners.
Fireworks: 9:30 pm (Fireworks may begin 30 min. earlier or later depending on weather conditions)

NOTE: The fireworks' rain-out date is Sunday, June 25, at approximately 9:30 pm.

Assistance with the event will be provided by the Village of Carpentersville Police, Fire, and Public Works.

COST: FREE!

dundee

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