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

on Saturday, 22 Apr, 12:00 PM
at Navy Pier
600 East Grand Avenue, Chicago, IL 60611
Attending Interested

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

on Thursday, 23 Jun, 2022 5:30 PM
at Guaranteed Rate Field
333 West 35th Street, Chicago, IL 60616
Attending Interested

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.

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Chicago White Sox vs. Oakland Athletics

on Wednesday, 29 Jun, 2022 7:10 PM
at Guaranteed Rate Field
333 West 35th Street, Chicago, IL 60616
Attending Interested

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

on Thursday, 30 Jun, 2022 1:00 PM
at Chicago Center for Arts & Technology
1701 West 13th Street, Chicago, IL 60608
Attending Interested

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

on Thursday, 30 Jun, 2022 4:00 PM
at Community Park
250 E Wood St, Platine, IL 60067
Attending Interested

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

on Thursday, 30 Jun, 2022 5:00 PM
at Tzuco
720 N State St, Chicago, IL 60654
Attending Interested

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

on Thursday, 30 Jun, 2022 5:30 PM
at 915 E 60th St
915 East 60th Street, Chicago, IL 60637
Attending Interested

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.

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Chicago Cubs vs. Cincinnati Reds

on Thursday, 30 Jun, 2022 7:05 PM
at Wrigley Field
1060 West Addison Street, Chicago, IL 60613
Attending Interested

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

on Friday, 1 Jul, 2022 11:00 AM
at Mac's Wood Grilled
1801 W Division St, Chicago, IL 60622
Attending Interested

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

on Friday, 1 Jul, 2022 2:00 PM
at Bartlett Park District
700 S Bartlett Rd, Bartlett, IL 60103
Attending Interested

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

on Friday, 1 Jul, 2022 5:00 PM
at NOW Arena
5333 Prairie Stone Pkwy, Hoffman Estates, IL 60192, United S, Chicago, IL 60192
Attending Interested

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

on Friday, 1 Jul, 2022 6:30 PM
at Pinstripes
435 East Illinois Street, Chicago, IL 60611
Attending Interested

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

on Friday, 1 Jul, 2022 7:00 PM
at 5300 W Chicago Ave
5300 West Chicago Avenue, Chicago, IL 60651
Attending Interested

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

on Friday, 1 Jul, 2022 7:15 PM
at Redline VR
4702 North Ravenswood Avenue, Chicago, IL 60640
Attending Interested

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

on Friday, 1 Jul, 2022 8:00 PM
at The Park Supper Club
63 E. Garfield Blvd, Chicago, IL 60637
Attending Interested

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

on Friday, 1 Jul, 2022 8:30 PM
at Sightseer Boat located at Burnham Harbor (See map )
1559 South Lake Shore Drive, Chicago, IL 60605
Attending Interested

Enjoy breathtaking views and delicious drinks aboard a 2-story, open air party boat, featuring Chicago's BEST DJs!

Ty Segall & Freedom Band

on Friday, 1 Jul, 2022 8:30 PM
at Thalia Hall
1807 South Allport Street, Chicago, IL 60608
Attending Interested

Doors: 730PM | Show: 830PM

BARCODE Friday: Chicago Black Pride '22

on Friday, 1 Jul, 2022 10:00 PM
at Bar 22
2244 S Michigan Ave, Chicago, IL 60616
Attending Interested

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)

on Saturday, 2 Jul, 2022 12:00 PM
at DuSable Museum of African American History
740 East 56th Place, Chicago, IL 60637
Attending Interested

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

on Saturday, 2 Jul, 2022 1:00 PM
at Chicago Architecture Boat Tour
East Chicago Avenue, Chicago, IL 60611
Attending Interested

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

on Saturday, 2 Jul, 2022 1:00 PM
at Anita Dee Yacht Charters
200 North Breakwater Access, Chicago, IL 60601
Attending Interested

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

on Saturday, 2 Jul, 2022 1:00 PM
at Sightseer Boat located at Burnham Harbor
1559 South Lake Shore Drive, Chicago, IL 60605
Attending Interested

Enjoy breathtaking views and delicious drinks aboard a 2-story, open air party boat, featuring Chicago's BEST DJs!

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Chicago Cubs vs. Boston Red Sox

on 1:20 PM
at Wrigley Field
1060 West Addison Street, Chicago, IL 60613
Attending Interested

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)

on Saturday, 2 Jul, 2022 6:45 PM
at Anita Dee Yacht Charters
200 North Breakwater Access, Chicago, IL 60601
Attending Interested

Fireworks Yacht Cruise On Holiday Weekend / 3 Levels of Music / Beautiful Chicago Views / Fun Times!

UFC 276 Viewing Party at Mac’s Wood Grilled

on Saturday, 2 Jul, 2022 9:00 PM
at Mac's Wood Grilled
1801 W Division St, Chicago, IL 60622
Attending Interested

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

on Saturday, 2 Jul, 2022 9:30 PM
at The Comedy Bar - Chicago Main Stage
162 E Superior St, 3rd floor, Chicago, IL 60611
Attending Interested

Join us for some laughs at our new location off the Magnificent Mile!

Comedy Show @eta 10pm-12am

on Saturday, 2 Jul, 2022 10:00 PM
at 7558 S. South Chicago Ave
7558 South South Chicago Avenue, Chicago, IL 60619
Attending Interested

CHICAGO'S OWN COMEDY SERIES - Every 1st Saturday of the month; starting March 5, 2022.

Sunday Brunch

on Sunday, 3 Jul, 2022 11:00 AM
at 750 W Garfield Blvd
750 West Garfield Boulevard Chicago, IL 60609 United State, Chicago, IL 60609
Attending Interested

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!

on Sunday, 3 Jul, 2022 11:30 AM
at The Grand Cabaret
1132 West Grand Avenue Chicago, IL 60642 United States, Chicago, FL 60642
Attending Interested

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.

on Sunday, 3 Jul, 2022 12:00 PM
at 7725 W Belmont Ave
7725 West Belmont Avenue Elmwood Park, IL 60707 United Sta, Chicago, IL 60707
Attending Interested

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

on Sunday, 3 Jul, 2022 12:30 PM
at Sightseer Boat located at Burnham Harbor (See map and direct
1559 South Lake Shore Drive, Chicago, IL 60605
Attending Interested

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

on Sunday, 3 Jul, 2022 1:30 PM
at Pullman Exhibit Hall
11141 South Cottage Grove Avenue, Chicago, IL 60628
Attending Interested

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

on Sunday, 3 Jul, 2022 2:30 PM
at Anita Dee ONE Boarding at Dusable Harbor (See map and direct
200 N. Breakwater Access, Chicago, IL 60601
Attending Interested

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

on Sunday, 3 Jul, 2022 4:00 PM
at Gillson Park
Wilmette, IL, United States, Wilmette, IL 60091
Attending Interested

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!

on Sunday, 3 Jul, 2022 4:00 PM
at Summer of George
900 S Wells St, Chicago, IL 60607
Attending Interested

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

on Sunday, 3 Jul, 2022 4:00 PM
at Summer of George
800 South Wells Street, Chicago, IL 60607
Attending Interested

Kick off July 4th with a Sunday Funday Booze Cruise!

2022 4th of July Celebration: Superheroes & Warrenville-ans

on Sunday, 3 Jul, 2022 5:00 PM
at Cerny Park
Hoffman Estate, IL 60192
Attending Interested

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!

on Sunday, 3 Jul, 2022 5:00 PM
at Hideaway Brew Garden
Village Green, 5510 Prairie Stone Pkwy, Hoffman Estates, IL , Chicago, IL 60192
Attending Interested

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

on Sunday, 3 Jul, 2022 5:00 PM
at Cerny Park
4S150 River Rd, Warrenville, IL 60555
Attending Interested

It’s going to be a super 4th of July in Chicago! Superheroes and Warrenville-ans.

Wheaton 4th of July Fireworks & Parade

on Sunday, 3 Jul, 2022 5:30 PM
at Chicago
East Chicago Avenue, Chicago, IL 60611
Attending Interested

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

on Sunday, 3 Jul, 2022 6:00 PM
at Empirical Brewery
1801 West Foster Avenue, Chicago, IL 60640
Attending Interested

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

on Sunday, 3 Jul, 2022 6:00 PM
at Red Velvet Burlesque Chicago
224 West Ontario Street, Chicago, IL 60654
Attending Interested

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

on Sunday, 3 Jul, 2022 6:30 PM
at Anita Dee Yacht Charters
200 North Breakwater Access, Chicago, IL 60601
Attending Interested

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

on Sunday, 3 Jul, 2022 7:00 PM
at Navy Pier
600 East Grand Avenue, Chicago, IL 60611
Attending Interested

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

on Sunday, 3 Jul, 2022 7:30 PM
at Summer of George
800 South Wells Street, Chicago, IL 60607
Attending Interested

Kick off July 4th with a Sunday Funday Sunset Cruise!

MANSION SUNDAYS: Fourth Of July Weekend!

on Sunday, 3 Jul, 2022 9:00 PM
at Mansion on Rush
1009 North Rush Street, Chicago, IL 60611
Attending Interested

Mansion On Sundays

Afrofusion Sunday Funday - Independence Day Weekend Edition

on Sunday, 3 Jul, 2022 10:30 PM
at Le Nocturne Chicago
4810 North Broadway, Chicago, IL 60640
Attending Interested

The Most Diverse International Party In Chicago - AFRO FUSION IS BACK!

Special Pre-July 4th Chicago Pier Pressure Yacht Party

on Sunday, 3 Jul, 2022 11:00 PM
at 600 E Grand Ave
600 E Grand Ave, Chicago, IL 60611
Attending Interested

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!

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Chicago White Sox vs. Minnesota Twins

on TBD
at Guaranteed Rate Field
333 West 35th Street, Chicago, IL 60616
Attending Interested

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

on Monday, 4 Jul, 2022 9:00 AM
at Festival Park
132 S Grove Ave, Elgin, IL, United States, Elgin, IL 60120
Attending Interested

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

on Monday, 4 Jul, 2022 10:00 AM
at Washington Park
5532 S. Martin Luther King Dr., Chicago, IL 60637
Attending Interested

Come one, come all to the largest African picnic event in the entire Midwest.

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