Are you looking for ways to celebrate July 4th in Wheaton, IL?
We have all your Independence Day fun near Wheaton, IL — fireworks, parades, storytimes, community picnics, and more — rounded up right here for you!
Here are 17 ways you can find your family fun in Wheaton, IL on July 4th and celebrate Independence Day:
Field of Honor®
June 29-July 4, Dawn to Dusk
Seven Gables Park, Wheaton, IL
Details: Come see 2,000 American flags on display in perfectly straight rows at Seven Gables Park. Each evening offers patriotic performances including vocalists, bagpipers, drummers, Honor Guards, flyovers and Taps.
For more information: Wheaton Field of Honor
Stars, Stripes & Stories
Monday June 30th, 10:00 am
West Chicago Public Library
Details: We're celebrating America's 250th birthday with a special storytime! Join us for stories, songs, and a craft. Recommended for ages 3-6.
For more information: Stars, Stripes & Stories
Celebrating the 4th
Thursday July 2nd, 1:30 pm
Kline Creek Farm
Details: Party like Victorians as you celebrate the 250th anniversary of the U.S. at Kline Creek Farm. Picnic among the farm’s natural beauty, explore a historical picnicking display, compete in historical games, and help make a special dairy treat using ice from our icehouse.
For more information: Celebrating the 4th at Kline Creek Farm
Wheaton Municipal Band at Memorial Park
Thursday July 2nd, 7:30 pm
Memorial Park, Wheaton
Details: Red, White and KaBOOM! This annual Americana concert will feature patriotic audience favorites.
For more information: Wheaton Municipal Band at Memorial Park
Festivities & Fireworks at Graf Park
Friday July 3rd, 5:30 pm
Graf Park, Wheaton, IL
Details: The evening will feature lawn games, concessions, inflatables, DJ entertainment and giveaways, before the drone show begin at dusk.
For more information: Graf Park Festivities & Fireworks
Warrenville 4th of July Parade
Friday July 3rd, 6:00 pm
Details: The Parade travels south down Warren Ave. and ends at Woodland Rd. Vendor booths for food & drinks open at 5:00pm on July 3rd. The main parade starts at 6pm, marching from downtown Warrenville to Cerny Park, where live music begins at 7:00pm. Park closes at 11:00pm.
For more information: Warrenville 4th of July Parade
Lisle Summer Entertainment Series & Fireworks
Friday July 3rd, 5:30 pm
Van Kampen Stage, Lisle
Details: Enjoy some live music to kick off the Lisle Summer Entertainment Series. Listen to Alt 101 and Mike & Joe before the Fireworks start at 9:30 PM
For more information: Lisle Summer Entertainment Series & Fireworks
Freedom Four Family-Friendly Run/Walk
Saturday, July 4th, 7:30 am start
Lake Ellyn Park, Glen Ellyn
Details: 4-mile run/walk that takes you on a scenic route around Lake Ellyn Park and the charming surrounding neighborhood. Whether you're a seasoned runner chasing a personal record or a casual walker enjoying the fresh air, this event welcomes all ages (5 and up).
For more information: Freedom Four: Family-Friendly Run/Walk for a Great Cause
Carol Stream Independence Day Parade
Saturday July 4th 10:00 am
County Farm Rd and Lies Rd., Carol Stream
Details: Past participants include Jesse White Tumblers, the Doonaree Pipe band, the Glenbard North Marching Band, the Shriner Cruzin’ Coolers, the Shriner Magic Carpets, the 501st Midwest Garrison Star Wars group, Police Cars, Fire Trucks and much more. Parade ends at Ross Ferraro Town Center
For more information: Carol Stream Independence Day Parade
Wheaton 4th of July Parade
Saturday July 4th, 10:00 am
Downtown Wheaton
Details: Parade steps off at 10A | Viewing stand on Front Street. This year’s theme is Stars, Stripes & Summer!
For more information: Wheaton 4th of July Parade
Bartlett 4th of July Festival
Thursday July 2nd - Sunday July 5th
S. Stearns and S. Bartlett Road near the Bartlett Community Center, 700 S. Bartlett Road, Bartlett
Details: The Bartlett 4th of July Festival includes a carnival with rides and games, food, beverages, FREE entertainment for all ages, a turtle race, a parade, onsite presence of non-profit groups, fireworks over the span of 4 days! Don't miss the parade on Sunday July 5th!
For more information: Bartlett 4th of July Festival
Warrenville 4th of July Celebration
Saturday July 4th, 12:00 pm
Details: The Parade kicks off the weekend celebrations on the 3rd, but come back on the 4th for the kids activities and more entertainment starting at 12:00 p.m.! Rock out all day with live music playing right up until the fireworks begin! This year's theme is "America's Movie Magic!"
For more information: Warrenville 4th of July Celebration
Independence Day Concert & Fireworks: Shout Out
Saturday July 4th, 6:00 pm - 11:00 pm
Carol Stream Town Center
Details: Mackenzie O’Brien Band will perform a FREE concert from the Gazebo Stage beginning at 7 p.m. Food truck concessions and frozen custard sales begin at 6 p.m., so come out and enjoy a picnic dinner on the grounds of the beautiful Town Center. A fireworks show will immediately follow the concert around 9:15 p.m.
For more information: Carol Stream Independence Day Concert & Fireworks
Lisle 4th of July Parade & Ice Cream Social
Saturday July 4th, 10:00 am
Lisle Junior High School
Details: This parade will go through downtown Lisle and end at Village Hall - want to be a part of the parade? Decorate your bike and bring it to Lisle Junior High School to line-up before the parade from 9:30-9:45am. All decorated bikes can participate in the parade! Join the Lisle Heritage Society for their annual Ice Cream Social at The Museums of Lisle Station Park, 921 School Street, following the Parade at 10:45am.
For more information: 4th of July Parade & Ice Cream Social
Glen Ellyn 4th of July Parade
Saturday July 4th, 12:00 pm
Downtown Glen Ellyn
Details: The Glen Ellyn 4th of July parade is in Downtown Glen Ellyn this summer and travels all the way to Lake Ellyn Park.
For more information: Glen Ellyn 4th of July Parade
GH20 4th of July Celebration
Saturday July 4th, 12:00 pm - 5:00 pm
GH20 Aquatic Center, Glendale Heights
Details: Come celebrate our Nation's Independence Day at the Aquatic Center - perfect excuse to check out this great pool! Games and prizes will be available throughout the day! Included with pool admission.
For more information: GH20 Independence Day Celebration
Fireworks at Lake Ellyn
Saturday July 4th, Dusk
Lake Ellyn Park, Glen Ellyn
Details: Don't miss a chance to see the fireworks over beautiful Lake Ellyn, but be forewarned - spots fill up quickly, so you can go claim your spot starting at 6:00 am that morning.
For more information: Glen Ellyn July 4th Fireworks at Lake Ellyn
Lombard 4th of July Fireworks
Saturday July 4th, Dusk
Madison Meadow Park, Lombard Park District
Details: The Village of Lombard will be hosting a fireworks display on Saturday, July 4th at Madison Meadow Park. The fireworks show will begin at dusk, or when the sky is completely dark.
For more information: Lombard 4th of July Fireworks
💥 Hope you all have a happy -- and safe! -- July 4th holiday in Wheaton, IL! Be sure to keep checking back as we'll add more details, events and activities!
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