Above / Many Naperville neighborhoods host parades on the 4th of July. For years, public officials, Veterans and other patriotic characters such as Uncle Sam have made the rounds to help friends and neighbors celebrate America’s birthday with star-spangled fun in red vehicles. (PN File Photo)
Celebrate Fourth of July traditions!
Brook Crossing / Friends and neighbors in Brook Crossing Estates will celebrate its 17th Annual Independence Day Parade and Festival beginning at 8:45AM, Wed., July 4. Parade entries line up at Gregory Middle School, 2621 Springdale Circle, and end up at Clow Elementary School.
Brookdale / The 36th Annual Fourth of July Parade in the Brookdale subdivision steps off from Hill Middle School at 11AM, Wed., July 4. The patriotic parade will be followed by a neighborhood picnic at noon.
Knoch Knolls / The 16th Annual 4th of July Parade in Knoch Knolls subdivision begins at Springbrook Elementary School, 2700 Seiler Drive, at 1PM. The parade starts with the annual march down Gateshead Drive to the intersection of DuPahze Street and Haddassah Drive. At the end of the parade route, folks have a great opportunity to enjoy fellowship, refreshments and beverages. Children are invited to explore the fire truck and to play in one of the moon jumps at the reception, along with some other kid-friendly activities. Invited guests include distinguished Veterans from the American Legion Post 43 and Judd Kendall VFW Post 3873; Members of the Naperville City Council and Scouts.
Wil-O-Way / Editor’s Note: Last year Daniel Bulley sent a message, “You missed Wil-O-Way. They’ve been doing a kids bike parade for over 40 years!” 4th of July Bike Parade! Begin gathering at 9:30AM at the basketball courts on the corner of Jefferson & Birchwood. Parade begins at 10AM sharp.
Fourth of July NMB Concert in Central Park
Naperville Municipal Band Concert / At 6PM the NMB will begin playing in Central Park because it’s Thursday on the Fourth of July!
(Note! The Naperville Municipal Band annual performance of the 1812 Overture will begin at 7:30PM, Thurs., June 27, in Central Park.)
Celebrate Safely! Leave the fireworks to the professionals.
Alert! In the event of a storm warning, Knoch Park will be evacuated and fireworks will be rescheduled. Stay tuned.
The Exchange Club of Naperville Ribfest runs noon to 10PM Thurs., July 4, the second day of the four-day barbecue and music festival that will wrap up its fun during its Last Nights in Knoch.
Exchange Club, the City of Naperville and the Naperville Park District will present the annual Independence Day Fireworks beginning at 9:30PM, Thurs., July 4.
Admission to the South Park is $5 per person all day. Kids 11 and under are free when accompanied by an adult.
Everybody is admitted free to the South Park after 5PM on Independence Day, Thurs., July 4.
Admission to the North Park varies.
For more information about Ribfest, visit www.ribfest.net.
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Editor’s Note / Any Naperville neighborhood that hosts a public parade on the Fourth of July is welcome to send info to be included in this online post. Simply send name of subdivision with what, when, where and time to stephanie@positivelynaperville.com. Happy 243rd Birthday, America! Celebrate safety!
