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 2023 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 2023 include camping, fishing and golfing. Want to do something at night in Chicago for July 4th 2023? 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 2023
Pixar Putt Returns to Navy Pier April 22 - September 10
at Navy Pier
Pixar Inspired Mini Golf Experience PIXAR PUTT Returns to Chicago April 22, 2023
2022 4th of July
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.

Chicago White Sox vs. Oakland Athletics
at Guaranteed Rate Field
Get tickets to see the Chicago White Sox vs. Oakland Athletics at Guaranteed Rate Field! This event is set to sell out so buy your tickets now to Chicago White Sox vs. Oakland Athletics from the link above and save big!
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.
Palatine Jaycees Hometown Fest
at Community Park
Join us on 4th of July in Chicago! The festival includes one of the largest fireworks displays in the northwest suburbs, live bands, food vendors, parade and craft fair, Family Day and many other family activities.
Tzuco - New Summer Menu Items + Floral Patio Reopening
at Tzuco
Tzuco is celebrating the beginning of summer with new menu items that represent the best of Mexico paired with French haute cuisine techniques, and is debuting an over-the-top floral installation embellishing the restaurant's 56-seat patio.
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).
Bartlett 4th of July Special Needs Carnival
at Bartlett Park District
Join us to celebrate 4th of July in Chicago. The special needs carnival is a private event for adults and children with physical/mental disabilities.
Northwest Fourth-Fest - Carnival only
at NOW Arena
Northwest Fourth-Fest will include a full carnival, food and drink tents, a parade, a state-of-the-art fireworks display and live entertainment with performances by local favorites.
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!
First Friday July 4th Weekend Kick-Off
at The Park Supper Club
Chicago's Longest Running Networking & Socializing property for Urban Professionals invites you to Pop Up and Pop Out for July 4th Weekend
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!
BARCODE Friday: Chicago Black Pride '22
at Bar 22
We are celebrating 4th of July in Chicago Black Gay Pride @ BARCODE FRIDAYS! Get the weekend started with us in Chicago's South Loop/Motor Row community!
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 Fireworks & Events
at Chicago Architecture Boat Tour
Celebrate 4th of July in Chicago include many fun activities—festivals, concerts, fairs, and, of course, the most spectacular pyrotechnics show of the year. Most festive events take place on the picturesque shores of Lake Michigan!
ALL WHITE YACHT CRUISE
at Anita Dee Yacht Charters
CREATE NOIZE FIFTH ANNUAL YACHT PARTY! FOLLOW US ON ALL SOCIAL MEDIAS FOR ALL EVENT UPDATES @CREATENOIZE
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!

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!
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!
Comedy Show @eta 10pm-12am
at 7558 S. South Chicago Ave
CHICAGO'S OWN COMEDY SERIES - Every 1st Saturday of the month; starting March 5, 2022.
Sunday Brunch
at 750 W Garfield Blvd
We are redefining Sunday Funday with an afternoon of semi-private brunch settings featuring some of Chicago's hottest underground chefs.
Boozy BBQ DRAG BRUNCH!
at The Grand Cabaret
Booze, BBQ, and Drag the most fun you can have on a Sunday! The Grand Cabaret & Honey Hive Productions presents a Boozy BBQ DRAG Brunch at Porkchop West Loop!
Tony Ds Red, White, and Booze Boozy Brunch.
at 7725 W Belmont Ave
Come kick off your July 4th IN Chicago weekend at Tony Ds for a boozy brunch.
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
Wilmette Fun & Fireworks
at Gillson Park
Come and join us on 4th of July in Chicago! Gilson Park hosts food, live music, and fireworks to celebrate Independence Day. Performances from the Blooze Brothers, Jesse White Tumblers, and Good Clean Fun will precede the fireworks.
July 4th Weekend Booze Cruise!
at Summer of George
Join us for 4th July in Chicago weekend kick off party! We cruise down the Chicago river while enjoying breathtaking views of the city! The drinks will be cold and the music will make you dance for a Sunday you won't soon forget!
July 4th Weekend Booze Cruise at Summer of George
at Summer of George
Kick off July 4th with a Sunday Funday Booze Cruise!
2022 4th of July Celebration: Superheroes & Warrenville-ans
at Cerny Park
Start planning now for Warrenville's Annual 4th of July in Chicago. Join us for "Superheroes & Warrenville-ans"! We kick-off the event with our parade on July 3rd, followed by fun & festivities at Cerny Park.
Northwest Fourth Fest with How Rude!
at Hideaway Brew Garden
Celebrate 4th of July in Chicago. The Hideaway Brew Garden is one of the most unique outdoor entertainment spaces in the northwest suburbs offering great beer and live entertainment.
Warrenville 4th of July Festivities
at Cerny Park
It’s going to be a super 4th of July in Chicago! Superheroes and Warrenville-ans.
Wheaton 4th of July Fireworks & Parade
at Chicago
The 4th of July Parade in Chicago. For most local residents, July 4th is a special day, commemorating the passage of the Declaration of Independence by the Continental Congress on July 4, 1776, and the parade reflects all the things Americans are proud of
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!
Red Velvet Burlesque Show Chicago's #1 Burlesque Cabaret Show in Chicago
at Red Velvet Burlesque Chicago
Red Velvet Entertainment is the #1 Chicago burlesque show in Chicago! With burlesque shows every week, the ultimate cabaret show!
Red, White & Blue River Cruise (Anita Dee 1) Chicago
at Anita Dee Yacht Charters
River & Lake Front Yacht Cruise 2 Levels Of Music By Chicago's Hottest DJs!
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!
Fourth of July Concert and Fireworks
at Festival Park
The City of Elgin is excited to celebrate the Fourth of July with a parade, concert and fireworks, all occurring on Monday, July 4th, 2022 in Chicago. This year’s theme is “There is No Place Like Home”
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.