Frankfort July 4th Fireworks, Carnival Games And More: 2018 Guide

FRANKFORT, IL — Summer is already chugging along, and that means Fourth of July celebrations will be filling the sky with fireworks. Here's what Frankfort has planned for Independence Day this year.

The village will have its annual Fourth of July celebration from 5 to 9 p.m. at Main Park, 200 S. Locust St. The event will include carnival games, giant inflatables, face painting and other activities. A $10 wristband gives attendees unlimited access to the attraction.

Music also is a big part of Frankfort's July 4 festivities this year. A DJ dance party will run from 5:15 to 7:15 p.m. That will be followed by live music from 7:30 to 9 p.m.

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Of course, no Fourth of July celebration would be complete without fireworks. The village's pyrotechnics presentation will begin at dusk.

Nearby Fourth of July Celebrations:

• Tinley Park
• Oak Forest

Residents can help support this year's fireworks show by purchasing a "star" for $1. The stars then will be displayed at the Founders Community Center, 140 Oak St.

Frankfort Fourth of July Celebration: The Basics

When: 5 to 9 p.m. July 4. Live music will be performed from 7:30 to 9 p.m. Fireworks begin at dusk.

Where: Main Park, 200 S. Locust St.

Cost: A $10 wristband gives unlimited access to the event's attractions and activities, such as carnival games, inflatables and face painting.

Volunteers: The Frankfort Park District needs volunteers to help supervise the carnival games and inflatables. Anyone interested can contact Cali DeBella at cdebella@frankfortparks.org or call the park district office at 815-469-9400 for details.

More Info: Go to the Frankfort Park District's website

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