Elgin Fourth of July Concert and Fireworks

Name: Elgin Fourth of July Concert and Fireworks
Start: 2026-07-04
Location: Festival Park, 132 S Grove Ave

Jul

Date

4 Jul (Saturday)

Time

Sat, 5 – 10 PM

Venue

Festival Park, 132 S Grove Ave

Elgin, IL, United States

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📝 Useful Information

The City of Elgin is scheduled to host its annual Fourth of July celebration on Saturday, July 4, 2026. The event, which takes place at Festival Park (132 S. Grove Ave.), typically draws 12,000–15,000 people and features a concert, food vendors, and a large-scale fireworks display.

The day begins with morning parades followed by evening festivities in the park:

While the general event is free to attend, the City of Elgin offers a VIP Lounge Area for those seeking an enhanced experience.

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Event Schedule

Tickets & VIP Options

Important Attendee Information

•Pet Parade (9:00 AM): Starts at the NENA Butterfly Garden (Douglas Ave. & Ann St.) and follows the main parade route.

•Starts at the NENA Butterfly Garden (Douglas Ave. & Ann St.) and follows the main parade route

•Fourth of July Parade (9:00 AM): Kicks off at Slade and Douglas Avenues, concluding near City Hall by approximately 11:00 AM.

•Kicks off at Slade and Douglas Avenues, concluding near City Hall by approximately 11:00 AM

•and Douglas Avenues, concluding near City Hall by approximately 11:00 AM

•Concert and Festival (5:00 PM – 10:00 PM): Live music and food trucks at Festival Park.

•Live music and food trucks at Festival Park

•Fireworks (Approx. 9:20 PM – 9:30 PM): A spectacular show to conclude the evening.

•Cost: $25 per ticket for individuals aged 12 and older.

•Inclusions: Reserved bar access, private restrooms, lawn seating area, and an elevated viewing deck for the stage and fireworks.

•Children: Up to two children under 12 can enter the VIP area for free with a ticketed adult.

•Prohibited Items: No coolers, outside alcohol, or animals are allowed in Festival Park for the evening concert and fireworks.

•No coolers, outside alcohol, or animals are allowed in Festival Park for the evening concert and fireworks

•Seating: Even in the VIP area, chairs are not provided; guests should bring their own blankets or lawn chairs.

•Parking & Road Closures: Many downtown streets close on July 4. Official parking options can be found on the City of Elgin Parking Page.

•City of Elgin Parking Page

•Entertainment: Recent years have featured acts like The Moods (old school R&B), The LaBamba Show (Ritchie Valens tribute), and Shawn Klush (Elvis tribute).

Updated at 22 Mar 2026