We celebrate July 4th in Chicago Illinois with fireworks, parades, backyard BBQ, fairs, baseball games, shopping for great deals, or enjoying a nice evening out with friends and family. However we choose to celebrate 4th of July 2022 in Chicago IL, we do so by honoring the the founders of our great nation. Some things to do on 4th of July weekend in Chicago Illinois 2022 include camping, fishing and golfing. Want to do something at night in Chicago for July 4th 2022? Check out the Chicago Nightlife Guide or the Chicago Restaurants Guide. Independence Day, commonly referred to as Fourth of July is a federal holiday commemorating the adoption of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776.
Things to Do for 4th of July in Chicago 2022
Pride Day Festival
at Chicago Center for Arts & Technology
Celebrate Equity, Diversity, and the Freedom to be YOU! Join CHICAT's Pride Day Festival for a Free & Family Friendly day of fun and engaging activities, games, and an art exhibition.
Finding Our Freedom Day 2
at 915 E 60th St
Finding Our Freedoms: A two day rumination on dynamic rhythm through the teachings of Katherine Dunham. Join us for a two day rumination as we continue to honor the legacy of Dancer, Choreographer, Educator, Activist and Anthropologist.

Chicago Cubs vs. Cincinnati Reds
at Wrigley Field
Get tickets to see the Chicago Cubs vs. Cincinnati Reds at Wrigley Field! This event is set to sell out so buy your tickets now to Chicago Cubs vs. Cincinnati Reds from the link above and save big!
4th of July Weekend Specials at Mac’s Wood Grilled
at Mac's Wood Grilled
Enjoy holiday weekend food and drink specials such as a $14 Wood-Grilled Smoked Polish Sausage, plus $4 drink deals (New Amsterdam Red Berry Vodka Lemonades, Cucumber Mules and Topo Chico Hard Seltzers).

Chicago Cubs vs. Boston Red Sox
at Wrigley Field
Get tickets to see the Chicago Cubs vs. Boston Red Sox at Wrigley Field! This event is set to sell out so buy your tickets now to Chicago Cubs vs. Boston Red Sox from the link above and save big!
Pinstripes Summer BBQ Series ft. Goose Island
at Pinstripes
Join us on the patio this summer for an all you can eat and drink party.
The Artist Lounge Pop-Up Hosted By Awthentik & Dometi
at 5300 W Chicago Ave
The Artist Lounge is back for one night ONLY!!! We will have a few featured artists, refreshments, and vendors! please bring your masks.
B.A.D. Waves Remix
at Redline VR
B.A.D. Waves Remix returns to celebrate its new rebirth at Redline VR for a night of laughter and dancing!
4th of July Wknd Booze Cruises - Choose from July 1st, 2nd, 3rd or 4th
at Sightseer Boat located at Burnham Harbor (See map )
Enjoy breathtaking views and delicious drinks aboard a 2-story, open air party boat, featuring Chicago's BEST DJs!
Pride South Side 2022 (CHI)
at DuSable Museum of African American History
Pride South Side 2022 includes a sponsored Bar, and sounds by DJ Zolita, DJ Dapper and many more to be announced. Come out and enjoy good vibes, good people and good fun.
4th of July Wknd Booze Cruises - Choose from July 1st, 2nd, 3rd or 4th
at Sightseer Boat located at Burnham Harbor
Enjoy breathtaking views and delicious drinks aboard a 2-story, open air party boat, featuring Chicago's BEST DJs!
ALL WHITE YACHT CRUISE
at Anita Dee Yacht Charters
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Fireworks Yacht Cruise 3 Levels of Music (All White Attire Recommended)
at Anita Dee Yacht Charters
Fireworks Yacht Cruise On Holiday Weekend / 3 Levels of Music / Beautiful Chicago Views / Fun Times!
UFC 276 Viewing Party at Mac’s Wood Grilled
at Mac's Wood Grilled
UFC 276 Viewing Party Saturday, July 2! NO RESERVATIONS. Seating is first come, first served. No cover charge; food and drink prices vary. 17 Ultra HDTVs, drink deals, and more.
SATURDAY JULY 2: TBA
at The Comedy Bar - Chicago Main Stage
Join us for some laughs at our new location off the Magnificent Mile!
4th of July Wknd Booze Cruises - Choose from July 1st, 2nd, 3rd or 4th
at Sightseer Boat located at Burnham Harbor (See map and direct
Enjoy breathtaking views and delicious drinks aboard a 2-story, open air party boat, featuring Chicago's BEST DJs!
First Sunday Walking Tour July 3, 2022
at Pullman Exhibit Hall
Take a walk through history and experience the continuing American stories as illuminated by the active, vibrant Pullman neighborhood! Celebrate the Fourth of July weekend by touring one of Chicago's neighborhood that so many American Stories.
July 3rd Hawaiian Luau Cruise on Lake Michigan & The Chicago River
at Anita Dee ONE Boarding at Dusable Harbor (See map and direct
Celebrate Independence On the Water! Enjoy Amazing Views, a Bar with Drinks Available For Purchase & Beach & Top 40 Tunes! 21+ to board
July 4th Weekend Booze Cruise at Summer of George
at Summer of George
Kick off July 4th with a Sunday Funday Booze Cruise!
Saber Sunday July 3
at Empirical Brewery
Come learn how to wield a Lightsaber like a Master Jedi with professional Stage Combatants! We are trained professional stage combatants who have been taught the ways of fake fighting, and we are here to show you!
July 3rd Fireworks Cruise VIP Email List - Register for Exclusive Details
at Navy Pier
Click Register for exclusive details on tickets and when to get them! Clicking Register does NOT get you a ticket.
July 4th Weekend Sunset Booze Cruise at Summer of George
at Summer of George
Kick off July 4th with a Sunday Funday Sunset Cruise!
MANSION SUNDAYS: Fourth Of July Weekend!
at Mansion on Rush
Mansion On Sundays
Afrofusion Sunday Funday - Independence Day Weekend Edition
at Le Nocturne Chicago
The Most Diverse International Party In Chicago - AFRO FUSION IS BACK!
Special Pre-July 4th Chicago Pier Pressure Yacht Party
at 600 E Grand Ave
The biggest yacht party on Lake Michigan this July 4th Weekend: 4 Decks, 2 DJs, 2 Floors Music, 1 Amazing Party on Spirit of Chicago!

Chicago White Sox vs. Minnesota Twins
at Guaranteed Rate Field
Get tickets to see the Chicago White Sox vs. Minnesota Twins at Guaranteed Rate Field! This event is set to sell out so buy your tickets now to Chicago White Sox vs. Minnesota Twins from the link above and save big!
Gazelle Presents 43rd Annual 4th of July Picnic
at Washington Park
Come one, come all to the largest African picnic event in the entire Midwest.
4th on 53rd Parade and Picnic 2022
at 4th on 53rd Parade Staging Grounds
Are you ready to celebrate Independence Day with Family and your other loved ones? Fun Picnic is arranged for all the citizens of the Parade to enjoy and make this day memorable!
July 4th Fireworks Cruise VIP Email List - Register for Exclusive Details
at Navy Pier
Father's Day is a very special occasion to show your love to your father who deserves the world! Come join us to watch a spectecular firework show on a cruise this Father's day!
7.04.2022 You're Invited to a 4th of July Party with Eric Hamilton!
at Portillo's Hot Dogs
7.04.2022 You're Invited to a 4th of July Party with Eric Hamilton!
July 4th, Independence Day Fireworks Cruise at Summer of George
at Summer of George
July 4th fireworks cruise in Chicago!

Food Pantry Volunteer // 4th Wednesday 8 AM - 1 PM
at Onward Neighborhood House
Every 2nd and 4th Wednesday we receive our food delivery from the Greater Chicago Food Depository that needs to be unloaded.
TUESDAY JULY 5: TIGHT FIVE
at The Comedy Bar - Chicago Main Stage
Join us for some laughs as Chicago's best stand-up comedians give you their tightest five minutes!
White Sox Game Fundraiser for Special Olympics Chicago
at Guaranteed Rate Field
Join Special Olympics Chicago/Special Children's Charities Associate Board (SOCAB) at the 6/23 Chicago White Sox / Baltimore Orioles game for a fun-filled night benefiting our cause.