MAYOR LIGHTFOOT ANNOUNCES JULY 3RD FIREWORKS TO CELEBRATE CHICAGO’S REOPENING AND INDEPENDENCE DAY WEEKEND 

Fireworks will be visible from multiple locations along the lakefront

In a last minute announcement yesterday, Mayor Lightfoot said the city will have have an Independence Weekend Fireworks Celebration on July 3rd.

“Putting on a grandiose fireworks display to celebrate both our city’s reopening and Independence Day is an excellent way to kick off the summer we’ve all been waiting for,” said Mayor Lightfoot. “Thanks to the hard work of our residents, who followed public health guidelines and did their part to slow and stop the spread of COVID-19, we are now able to bring back exciting summer traditions like these. As our newly reopened city continues adapting to a new normal, I want to urge our residents to continue getting vaccinated so we can bring back even more of our favorite outdoor events.”

Here’s what you need to know

The Event

The event will also act as a celebration for Chicagoans whose diligence in following public health guidance has allowed City leaders to safely and fully re-open under Mayor Lightfoot’s “Open Chicago” initiative.

Where

In place of Navy Pier Fireworks, the fireworks display will illuminate Chicago’s skyline from Grand Avenue to the north to at least 55th Street to the south. 

Viewing

The fireworks will be visible from multiple locations along the lakefront from Grand Avenue to the north to at least 55th Street to the south.

Getting There

For those who choose to view the fireworks in person, the City recommends travel on public transit. For more information, visit transitchicago.com.  

When

The fireworks will starts at 9:30 PM.  

Music

WBBM Newsradio 780 AM & 105.9 FM will provide a music simulcast, broadcasting the music soundtrack to accompany the fireworks display. 

Safety

The City of Chicago wants to ensure a safe and enjoyable holiday weekend. The City’s public safety departments along with state and federal agencies will monitor events and activities throughout the weekend. Our top priority is public safety, and the City reminds residents to be aware of their surroundings and report suspicious activity by calling 9-1-1.