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Independence Day Fireworks

  • Oakton College Grounds 1600 East Golf Road Des Plaines, IL, 60016 United States (map)

Community fireworks will be on Sunday, June 29, at Oakton College in Des Plaines. Bring your blankets and lawn chairs to watch the fireworks extravaganza among your neighbors to celebrate the holiday! Dance to the DJ and play yard games with family and friends before the fireworks show illuminates the sky.

Admission is free.

This event is weather-dependent, and updates will be communicated through our Facebook page at facebook.com/cityofdesplaines.

No alcohol is permitted on Oakton property. Bringing pets to this event is strongly discouraged.

Gates open at 7 p.m. and the fireworks show begins at dusk (approximately 9:15 p.m.). Entry to Oakton College will be from Golf Rd. only. There is no parking allowed in the lanes, grassy areas, or unpaved areas on College or Circle Drives. ADA parking is available in Lot A. Please have your parking placard available to show the parking attendants upon arrival.

Food truck items and glow products will be available for purchase. Attendees are welcome to bring in food and non-alcoholic drinks from home, however, any food brought in should be ready to eat. Cooking food on-site will not be permitted. Check back soon for information on attending food trucks and menu offerings!

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