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Independence Day Fireworks

Lisle Community Park 1825 South Short Street, Lisle, IL, United States

Mark your calendar and join us for free live music this summer at Van Kampen Stage in Lisle Community Park! These free concerts will feature everything from rock and roll, country-rock, classic rock, retro rock, country, and pop. Don't forget to bring your lawn chairs and blankets! FIREWORKS TO FOLLOW AT 9:30pm Head to the...

Free

Independence Day Fireworks

Walker Park (Burr Ridge) 425 S. Wolf Road, Burr Ridge, IL, United States

Family Fun Area with Face Painter, Stilt Walker, Balloon Artist, Dunk Tank, Yard Games, and more! Food Trucks from Nicky Vs, Carny Bros., Zazzos Pizza, Tacos el Amigazo. Reserved parking will be available in our North and South Lots for $20. We will reserve a spot for you in the lot of your choice. PARKING...

Free
Event Series STC Live

STC Live

Downtown St. Charles IL, United States

​Join us this summer for FREE live music at various St. Charles establishments and on the newly renovated 1st Street Plaza every Wednesday and Friday evening, from June 5th to August 30th. For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Outdoor Summer Music Concerts.

Free
Event Series Arbor Evenings

Arbor Evenings

The Morton Arboretum 4100 Illinois 53, Lisle, IL, United States

This summer, make your Wednesday nights special with friends and family at the Arboretum. Dance to live music, enjoy food and drinks, play lawn games, and watch amazing sunsets on Frost Hill. There’s no better way to celebrate the leisurely evenings of summer than this! Admission into the Arboretum and Arbor Evenings will begin at...

Free – $15

Cruise Nights at Babe’s

Babe's Hot Dogs 2600 W Jefferson Street, Joliet, IL, United States

Join us Every Wednesday (weather Permitting) 6-9 for a Free, Fun, Family Event. Bring your car or come check out the cool classic cars, enjoy a great meal with fellow car enthusiasts.   For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Classic Car Shows.  

Free

Aurora 4th of July Fireworks

RiverEdge Park (Aurora) 360 N. Broadway Street, Aurora, IL, United States

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 Wednesday, July 3rd, 2024, in downtown Aurora. Best viewing is available at RiverEdge Park (gates opening at 6:00 PM) and McCullough Park. RiverEdge Park (360 N Broadway...

Free

July 3rd Fireworks Celebration

Maine East High School 2601 Dempster Street, Park Ridge, IL, United States

DJ & Children’s Entertainment • 6:30pm-8:00pm Live Music Entertainment • Starts at 8:00pm Bring a picnic (no alcoholic beverages or grills allowed) to Maine East High School and relax before the fireworks begin. Enjoy the evening catching up with friends and family. Join the Park District’s party staff and DJ for an Interactive Dance Party...

Free

Turbo Turtle Race

Bartlett Aquatic Center 620 W Stearns Road, Bartlett

Kick off your fourth of July weekend with the annual Bartlett Parks Foundation Turbo Turtle Race. The race will be held on Wednesday, July 3rd at 7pm at the Bartlett Aquatic Center, 620 W. Stearns Road. There is no entry to view the race, but if you want a chance at winning one of the...

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