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2026 Celebration Schedule

MORNING GAMES
9:00 am – 11:30 am at five locations:
Lincolnwood School, Willard School, Kamen Park, Baker Park, and Robert Crown Community Center. 

 

TENNIS FINALS
8:00 am – 4:00 pm

Ackerman Park

Managed by The Evanston Community Tennis Association

 

KIDS FUN RUN
Starting at 12:45 pm 

Ackerman Park

PARADE
Starting at 2:00 pm
Begins at Central Park Avenue and travels east on Central Street to Ryan Field at Ashland Avenue

 

BAND CONCERT
7:30 pm – 9:00 pm
Palatine Concert Band

Arrington Lakefront Lagoon at Dawes Park

 

LAKEFRONT FIREWORKS
9:30 pm  

A Musical Extravaganza!

Read our Letter to City Council regarding the future of the Evanston Fourth of July.

We kindly invite you to consider contributing to our 2026 Fourth of July celebration budget.

The Evanston Fourth of July Association wishes to thank you for your unwavering support as we continue the cherished traditions of our community – the grand parade and spectacular fireworks display. Your enthusiasm, dedication, and participation play an integral role in making this year’s celebrations a resounding success, rekindling the patriotic spirit in our town.

 

As we reflect on the joyous memories created this year, we are thrilled to announce that planning has already commenced for the 2026 festivities. With your continued support, we look forward to making this year’s Fourth of July celebration even more remarkable and memorable for all in our beautiful Evanston community. Thank you for being a part of our tradition and for helping to keep the spirit of independence alive in our town.

Thanks to our Celebration Sponsors