The Evanston Fourth of July Association works closely with the City of Evanston when making weather-related decisions about event cancellations. Safety is the top priority, and decisions are guided by information from local and national weather services.
Please stay informed by checking our website and the City’s apps and official news sources for updates.
Get involved in bringing the celebration to life!
Become a parade marshal, a games coordinator, and more!
MORNING GAMES
9:00 am – 11:30 am at five locations:
Lincolnwood School, Willard School, Kamen Park, Baker Park, and Robert Crown Community Center.
TENNIS FINALS
8:00 am – 4:00 pm
Ackerman Park
Managed by The Evanston Community Tennis Association
KIDS’ FUN RUN
Starting at 12:45 pm
Ackerman Park
PARADE
Starting at 2:00 pm
Begins at Central Park Avenue and travels east on Central Street to Ryan Field at Ashland Avenue
BAND CONCERT
7:30 pm – 9:00 pm
Palatine Concert Band
Arrington Lakefront Lagoon at Dawes Park
LAKEFRONT FIREWORKS
9:30 pm
A Musical Extravaganza!