Independence Day Celebration – Joliet

Billie Limacher Bicentennial Park and Theatre 201 W Jefferson Street, Joliet, IL, United States

  The annual Billie Limacher Bicentennial Park Independence Celebration will be on Wednesday, July 3, at 201 West Jefferson St. There will be food, vendors and alcohol will be sold. People can bring lawn chairs, bag chairs and blankets. No grills or tents. There is free parking

Live Music at Performing Arts Center

Caneva Performing Arts Center 199 E. Woods Dr., Lockport, United States

Live music at the Caneva Performing Arts Center in Dellwood Park.

Peru Rock the River Fireworks Celebration

Water Street between Calhoun & Putnam Water Street, Peru, IL, United States

Fireworks, food and family fun!! Food vendors, alcohol free fun zone for kids!!  Fireworks at dusk synchronized with a music broadcast on FM 103.9 WLPO!! Trolley will run continuously from 6:30 pm until 10:30 pm at 4th & Calhoun and 4th & Putnam.  

Fireworks Extravaganza!!

Grundy County Fairgrounds 8890 N. Rooute 47, Morris, IL, United States

Join Grundy County to enjoy the best fireworks around!!

City of Lockport Fireworks

Dellwood Park Woods Drive, Lockport, United States

The City of Lockport will host the annual fireworks show on Wednesday, July 3, 2024, in Dellwood Park, starting at dusk, to commemorate Independence Day. In the event of a cancellation due to adverse weather conditions, a new date will be announced. The Lockport Township Park District

4th of July at Zearing Park

Zearing Park S. Euclid & E. Thompson, Princeton, IL, United States

Princeton Chamber of Commerce invites you to celebrate the 4th of July holiday with an entertaining fireworks display at Zearing Park. Come early and enjoy other activities happening before the big show. Featuring Bluewater Kings Band!

4th of July Fireworks – Ottawa

Ottawa High School 211 E. Main St., Ottawa, IL, United States

One of central Illinois LARGEST and most SPECTACULAR light shows! Our unique venue offers viewing from the high school bleachers all the way to the bluffs along the Illinois & Fox Rivers either on shore or in your boat.  

Utica’s Fireworks Celebration

Carey Memorial Park 315 W. Church St., Utica, IL, United States

Join us for our annual fireworks celebration!! Fireworks start at dusk!! Bring the family out earlier for tons of fun including:Food and Drink (while supplies last)Face PaintingBounce Slides, Obstacle CoursesAnd MORE!!  

Taylor Swift Bracelet Party

Wilmington Park District 315 N. Water St., Wilmington, IL, United States

Bringing a touch of Taylor to our wrist game! Make bracelets and get ready for Fearless: a Taylor Swift Tribute Band at Catfish Days! Pizza, Bracelet Bar, Music Activated Wristband, Taylor Tattoos & Eras Tour Playlist Dance Party! $25 per person.

Cruise Nights & Block Party

Cruise Nights & Block Party Location Main Street & Canal Street, Lemont, IL, United States

Light up your engines! The fastest and coolest cars are making their way to Lemont Downtown for our legendary cruise night car shows and block party. Wander the streets of historic Lemont Downtown viewing cars that take you back in time and make you dream of the

Charles (Chuck) Wright Solo Exhibit

Pollyanna Brewing Co. 431 Talcott, Lemont, IL, United States

Charles (Chuck) Wright Solo Exhibit in the Gallery Room at Pollyanna Brewing Company curated by Brad Tammaro with the Art and Culture Commission of Lemont CHARLES (CHUCK) WRIGHT is an "Americana Artist". Original Fine Art Paintings will be on display in the Gallery Room (located to the right when you enter

Birding on the Fly

Isle a la Cache Museum 501 E Romeo Road, Romeoville, IL, United States

You're on the move, and out of the corner of your eye you spot ... something. Was it a vulture or a hawk? A mourning dove or a kestrel? Using size, shape, habitat and flight patterns, this introductory indoor class can help you up your birding game.

Sunset Soiree – Strung Out Chicago

Historic Downtown Lemont Canal & Stephen St, Lemont, IL, United States

Bring your lawn chairs, friends & neighbors for a relaxing & fun night in the streets of beautiful & historic downtown Lemont! Pack a cooler or purchase food from onsite local vendors. It's gonna be groovy! For more info about future concerts: Sunset Soiree      

Fun & Food Trucks

Hammel Woods Black Rd. east of Rte 59, Shorewood, IL, United States

Celebrate summer nights with the second of this year's Fun & Food Trucks events. Eat eclectic local foods in the preserve while having a blast participating in a variety of activities. This event will offer something for the entire family, including live music, outdoor lawn games and

Sunset Cruise Featuring: Mike Miz

Sainte Genevieve Riverboat 231 Albin Stevens Dr., Ottawa, IL, United States

Sunset Cruise Featuring: Mike Miz Michael Mizwinski, better known simply as Mike Miz is a singer/songwriter/guitarist from Northeast Pennsylvania known for soulful and energetic live performances. Mike regularly performs over 200 dates a year and has had the privilege to open for Jason Isbell, Jakob Dylan, Blues

Music on the Veranda

Starved Rock Lodge & Convention Center 2680 E. 875th Rd., Oglesby, United States

Barley Priest – Acoustic Covers. Come enjoy the views, great food, and grooves!  

Field Day Unplugged

Messenger Woods Nature Preserve 13800 W. Bruce Rd., Homer Glen, IL, United States

Grab some pals to build your team of four and join us for some friendly competition in celebration of Unplug Illinois Day! The statewide initiative encourages people to unplug from their electronic devices and plug into play, creativity, friendship, adventure and family. Come ready to show off

Bolingbrook iFest

Bolingbrook Festival Grounds & Performing Arts Center 375 W. Briarcliff Rd., Bolingbrook, IL, United States

Bolingbrook's International Festival of Cultures Saturday, July 13 is a one-day event celebrating Bolingbrook's residents and cultures from all over the world. The event highlights many countries showcasing ethnic food, handmade goods and merchandise, international children's activities, cultural entertainment, educational booths, and more! Mark those calendars ->

Forge Fest

The Forge Adventure Park and Ziplines 227 Heritage Quarries Drive, Lemont, Illinois

Get ready for the ultimate summer celebration at the 4th Annual Forge Fest, happening at The Forge in Lemont, IL, on Saturday, July 13th! Experience the magic of summer as we bring together everything you love about festivals in one incredible event. From a bustling vendor village

Surf & Turf Concert

Monee Reservoir 27341 S. Ridgeland, Monee, United States

What's better than a night by the water with good music? A night on the water. Live music will play in Monee Reservoir's amphitheater courtesy of The Sting Rays(Opens in a new window). Visitors can take in the tunes on the lawn or on the water. Bring