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Independence Day Celebration and Parade

Downtown Wheaton South Main Street & West Liberty Drive, Wheaton, IL, United States

July 3 | 5:30-9P | Graf Park FIREWORKS Begin around 9P FREE FAMILY FUN: Food vendors* DJ Games Giveaways Small carnival rides (fee applies) July 4 | STEP OFF 10A | Downtown Wheaton Join Wheaton’s 2024 Independence Day Parade and honor our country’s independence! The July 4 holiday exemplifies our country’s independence. It is a...

Free

Independence Day Parade

Downtown Des Plaines Lee Street and Miner Street, Des Plaines, IL, United States

The 2024 theme is "Planting the Seeds of Happiness." This Fourth of July, we invite you to showcase joyful memories and your organization’s growth: past and future. The community is what makes our parade so special, with representation from organizations all throughout Des Plaines. This beloved tradition includes community floats, live music and strolling entertainment....

Free

Independence Day Parade

Villa Park VFW Post 2801 39 E. St. Charles Rd., Villa Park, IL, United States

Hosted by the Villa Park VFW Post 2801, join us for this annual Villa Park event! The parade route is approximately 2 miles long. We step off at 10:00 AM, so make sure to grab your spot! This year’s theme is β€œOne Flag, One Nation."   For information on more events like this, check out...

Free

4th of July Parade

Recreation Park (Arlington Heights) 500 E. Miner Street, Arlington Heights, IL, United States

We in Arlington Heights love a parade and take great pride in providing the residents of this community with one of the best parades in the northwest suburbs. Join us as we celebrate β€œThe 47th Festival of Family Fun". The parade steps off from Dunton & Oakton, travels South on Dunton to Miner, and then...

Free

July 4th Parade

Downtown Oak Park 1010 Lake Street, Oak Park, IL, United States

The many dimensions of diversity in Oak Park are on display when the annual Independence Day Parade steps off at 10 a.m. on July 4 from Longfellow Park at Ridgeland Avenue and Adams Street. The parade marches north on Ridgeland to Augusta Street, turning east to disperse near Whittier Elementary School at Harvey Avenue. Head...

Free

Fourth of July Parade and Festivities

Burlington Park (Hinsdale) 30 E Chicago Avenue, Hinsdale, IL, United States

The parade will commence at Sixth and Garfield Street, travel north on Garfield to First Street, then west on First to Grant Street, and finally south on Grant to Sixth Street, where the Parade will disperse. This event features an outstanding collection of arts and crafts, all of which are handmade, as well as family...

Civic Season: Independence Day

Chicago History Museum 1601 N. Clark St., Chicago, IL, United States

What actions will you take to be a more engaged citizen? How will you stay informed about issues affecting your community? Find inspiration for your civic participation. Connect with community-serving organizations, learn about the civic superheroes of our past, and explore your creativity during multiple art workshops. Included with admission, which is FREE for Illinois...

Free

Independence Day Program

Chicago History Museum 1601 N. Clark St., Chicago, IL, United States

Join us on Thursday, July 4 at 10 a.m.–4 p.m. for a day full of indoor and outdoor activities! Enjoy gallery tours, performances, artmaking, family-friendly trivia, games, crafts, a collaborative mural, opportunities to connect with civics-focused organizations in Chicago, and more. Rather than a traditional formal program on the plaza, our festivities will give visitors...

Included in general admission

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