AURORA, IL — After two years of cancellations and modifications, residents in cities and counties across the country are looking forward to many of the traditional Independence Day activities that mark the summer holiday. July 4 is tomorrow, so there’s still time to find out what Fourth of July fireworks and festivities are going on near you in 2022.
We have all the fireworks shows, parades and festivals happening in and around Aurora so you can start planning now.
Here’s what’s in store this holiday in Aurora:
July 4 Festivities
What: Fireworks show
Where: Best viewing can be found at RiverEdge Park, 360 N. Broadway (gates open at 7 p.m.), and McCullough Park, 150 W. Illinois Ave.
When: At dusk on July 4
What: Fourth of July Procession
Where: Phillips Park,
When: Step-off is scheduled for 10 a.m. July 4
From Phillips Park, the holiday procession will travel past Sunnymere Nursing Home and go through nearby neighborhoods before proceeding through downtown Aurora. From there, it will continue through Aurora’s west side, travel east on Indian Trail Road and pass through several neighborhoods before heading south on Eola Road and ending at Aurora Fire Station #2.
In addition to a grand display of fireworks Monday evening, two DJs will be spinning beats, one at each location. At RiverEdge Park, DJ Suave Smooth is set to perform, while DJ Pena is slated to put on a show at McCullough Park. Both sets will last from 7-9:45 p.m.
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For those who want to get out of town for July 4 festivities but don’t want to go far, Batavia is also hosting a day-of Independence Day celebration. From 5-9:30 p.m. at Engstrom Park, 326 Millview Drive, visitors can “savor the flavor” from various food vendors. Then from 8:30-9:15 p.m., Batavia Community Band will put on a concert, ahead of the Sky Concert that will kick off at dusk.
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 Patch calendar.
