Niles, Morton Grove July 4 Fireworks: 2019 Guide, Scheduled Time

NILES-MORTON GROVE, IL — July 4th is quickly approaching, which means it's time to fire up that barbecue and find out what Fourth of July fireworks and festivities are going on near you this Independence Day. Patch has gathered up all the fireworks shows, parades and festivals happening in and around Morton Grove and Niles so you can start planning now.

As of Wednesday, the National Weather Service was predicting a high of 82 to 89 degrees Thursday for the Chicago area, but just like last year — when storms turned deadly on the 4th of July — scattered storms are a possibility. The NWS is predicting a 30 percent chance of storms both Wednesday and Thursday nights — so keep an eye out for weather-related fireworks cancellations.

Here's what's in store for the week of Independence Day in both villages:

Morton Grove Days features four days of carnival entertainment, live music, food with a parade and fireworks on the Fourth at Harrer Park, 6140 Dempster St., outside the Morton Grove Civic Center.

Wednesday, July 3

4 to 11 p.m. — Food court and carnival entertainment
5 to 10:45 p.m. — Entertainment and beer garden
5:30 to 6 p.m. — Fuzz Bucket
6 to 6:30 p.m. — Opening ceremonies
6:30 to 8 p.m. — Face the Music (Morton Grove natives)
8:15 to 10:45 p.m. — 97 Nine (headliner, featuring classic rock covers)

Thursday, July 4

2:30 p.m. — Morton Grove Independence Day Parade
4 to 11 p.m. — Food court and carnival entertainment
5 to 10:45 p.m. — Entertainment and beer garden
5:30 to 6:30 p.m. — Little Orphan Monkey
7 to 9 p.m. — Neverly Brothers (headliners, rock and roll cover band)
When dark — Fireworks

Friday, July 5

2 to 11 p.m. — Food court and carnival entertainment
2 to 4 p.m. — Kids activities and entertainment
5 to 10:45 p.m. — Entertainment and beer garden
5 to 6 p.m. — Mystery Girl's Band
6 to 7:30 p.m. — Sealed with a Kiss
8 to 10:45 p.m. — Maggie Speaks (headliners featuring current and past hits)

Saturday, July 6

2 to 11 p.m. — Food court and carnival entertainment
5 to 10:45 p.m. — Entertainment and beer garden
5 to 6 p.m. — Triple Threat Band
6 to 7:30 p.m. — Brass Buckle Band
8 to 10:45 p.m. — The Country Night (headliner featuring country hits and classics)

The history of Morton Grove Days dates back more than 70 years, with the original committee raising money to purchase 20 acres of Harrer Park in 1951, the first ambulance for the Morton Grove Fire Department and more before disbanding in 1975 after sponsoring a final circus. A new commission was formed in 1987 and partnered with the village in 2010. Since 2012, the commission has operated as a volunteer-run nonprofit relying on volunteers and donations.

Niles

The Niles 4th of July parade begins at 8:45 a.m. at Notre Dame College Prep at Dempster and Ozark streets and heads to Grennan Heights at 8255 Oketo Ave. The theme of the 2019 Independence Day parade is "Films in Illinois" — from "Ferris Bueller's Day Off" to "Home Alone" to "The Blues Brothers" — so look for floats with film-based motifs. Parking restrictions will be in place until 2 p.m. on July 4 in the parade area. After the parade, there will be games, food, a raffle, entertainment and more at Grennan Heights.

Know of other events in the area? Post them on the Patch calendar or share details on our free Neighbor Post feature.

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