Residents across Chicago’s South Suburbs are expected to gather for Independence Day fireworks celebrations on either Friday, July 3 or Saturday, July 4, as communities continue long-standing traditions featuring live entertainment, food vendors and nighttime fireworks displays.
Most shows are expected to begin around 9 p.m. to 9:30 p.m., depending on sunset conditions and weather, with families encouraged to arrive early for parking and festival activities.
Below is a community-by-community preview of anticipated celebrations, including traditional locations, times and addresses.
Chicago Ridge
Date: July 4 (anticipated)
Time: Approximately 9:30 p.m.
Location: Chicago Ridge Park District Centennial Park
Address: 10737 Ridgeland Ave., Chicago Ridge, IL 60415
Chicago Ridge typically hosts its fireworks display at Centennial Park, where families gather throughout the evening before the nighttime show.
Evergreen Park
Date: July 4 (anticipated)
Time: Approximately 9:30 p.m.
Location: Evergreen Park High School Stadium
Address: 9901 S. Kedzie Ave., Evergreen Park, IL 60805
Evergreen Park’s celebration is traditionally centered at the high school stadium, where fireworks cap off a full day of village festivities.
Hickory Hills
Date: July 4 (anticipated)
Time: Approximately 9:15 p.m.
Location: Hickory Hills Park District Grounds
Address: 7750 W. 91st St., Hickory Hills, IL 60457
Hickory Hills typically offers a community-focused celebration with fireworks launched from park district property.
Oak Lawn
Date: July 4 (anticipated)
Time: Approximately 9:30 p.m.
Location: Oak Lawn Community High School Stadium
Address: 10601 S. Central Ave., Oak Lawn, IL 60453
Oak Lawn’s fireworks display is traditionally launched from the high school stadium following a day of village-wide activities and family events.
Orland Park
Date: July 4 (anticipated)
Time: Approximately 9:30 p.m.
Location: Centennial Park West
Address: 15600 West Ave., Orland Park, IL 60462
Orland Park’s large-scale Independence Day celebration is expected to feature live entertainment, food vendors and a fireworks show at Centennial Park West.
Palos Heights
Date: July 3 (anticipated)
Time: 5:00 p.m. to approximately 9:15 p.m. (fireworks at 9:15 p.m.)
Location: Memorial Park
Address: 7607 W. College Dr., Palos Heights, IL 60463
Palos Heights traditionally hosts an evening celebration at Memorial Park featuring live music, food vendors and fireworks over the park grounds.
Palos Hills
Date: July 3 (anticipated)
Time: Approximately 9:15 p.m.
Location: Stagg High School Grounds
Address: 8015 W. 111th St., Palos Hills, IL 60465
Palos Hills typically stages its fireworks show from school district grounds, drawing residents from across the area.
Palos Park
Date: July 4 (anticipated)
Time: Approximately 9:30 p.m.
Location: Village Green / Metra Station Area
Address: 8999 W. 123rd St., Palos Park, IL 60464
Palos Park’s celebration is generally smaller and community-oriented, centered near the village green area.
Worth
Date: July 3 (anticipated)
Time: Approximately 9:30 p.m.
Location: Freedom Park
Address: 11500 S. Beloit Ave., Worth, IL 60482
Worth’s Independence Day celebration is typically held at Freedom Park, where fireworks conclude an evening of family activities and entertainment.