Batavia Fireworks Rescheduled After Rainout

BATAVIA, IL — Severe thunderstorms put a damper on several Fourth of July fireworks shows Wednesday, including the Batavia Sky Concert. The annual Batavia fireworks show was canceled late Wednesday, but has been rescheduled for Thursday night.

Officials say food vendors and musicians will participate in Thursday's fireworks display and that the event will not be canceled "for rain alone."

With a lessened chance of precipitation providing an auspicious forecast, the Batavia Fourth of July fireworks show will kick off a 9 p.m. July 5. Get to Engstrom Park early to reserve a spot to keep your Independence Day celebration going.

Main Street will be closed from Feece Dr. to Pitz Ln. starting at 7:30 p.m., according to police. If you require handicap accessible parking, head into the event via Main St. and Pitz Ln., east of Batavia High School.

Road closures will also affect Millview Dr. starting at 7 p.m. Traffic will be closed between Main St. and Ellen Dr. until after the fireworks show.

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