July 4th Fireworks 2022 In Evanston

EVANSTON, IL — Cities and villages across the country continue to bring back many of the traditional Independence Day activities that were either canceled or modified the last two years. With July 4 less than two weeks away, it's time to find out what Fourth of July fireworks and festivities are going on near you in 2022.

The Evanston Fourth of July Association, a nonprofit established after a child was injured while playing with fireworks, marks the 100th anniversary of its founding this year.

Here's a list of Evanston's scheduled festivals and parades to start planning for the holiday:

What: Morning Games
When: Starting 9 a.m. (Event information)
Where: Baker Park, Forest Avenue and Keeney Street; ETHS West Field, Church Street and Dodge Avenue; Fleetwood-Jourdain Center, Foster Street and Darrow Avenue; Kamen Park East, South Boulevard and Barton Avenue; Lincolnwood School, McDaniel Avenue and Grant Street; Robert Crown Center, Main Street and Dodge Avenue; Willard School, Central Park Avenue and Park Place

What: Evanston 4th of July Kids Fun Run
When: 12:45 p.m. (registration available online or starting at noon on July 4)
Where: Ackerman Park, Central Street and McDaniel Avenue

What: Evanston 4th of July Parade
When: 2 p.m.
Where: Central Street at Central Park Avenue

The 2022 parade theme is "Celebrating For 100 Years-The Evanston Fourth of July Association."

What: Evanston July 4 Concert and Fireworks
When: 7:30 to 9 p.m. Palatine Concert Band, with fireworks approximately 9:30 p.m.
Where: Dawes Park, Sheridan Road and Church Street

Fireworks are set to be visible from most lakefront parks, and residents can tune in 90.5 FM for audio accompaniment.

Due to pandemic surges, counties or cities may adjust or cancel events at the last minute, so double-check with organizers. Know of other events in the area? Post them on the Evanston Patch calendar.