Lake Forest Festival & Fireworks

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Thursday, July 4, 2024 | 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM
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Overview

Spend your Fourth of July holiday under the stars at the 17th Annual Lake Forest Festival and Fireworks! This year the event will be held on the grounds just east of Deer Path Middle School.

After the show, enjoy the greatest fireworks display on the North Shore, set to a fantastic playlist of patriotic music.

This fun family event is brought to you by the Friends of Lake Forest Parks and Recreation Foundation. All proceeds after festival expenses are used to support programs of the Lake Forest Parks and Recreation Department.

Ticket Details:

Single Ticket Prices:
  • Lake Forest/Lake Bluff residents: $25 (Price increases to $30 on June 20th at 8 AM)
  • Non-residents: $30 (Price increases to $35 on June 20th at 8 AM)
  • Kids under 5 are free.
VIP Passes & Packages:
  • VIP Adult Pass: $125 (Includes admission, catered food and beverages) (Price increases to $150 on June 20th at 8 AM)
  • VIP Youth Pass: $50(15 and under. Must be accompanied by VIP Adult Pass) (Price increases to $75 on June 20th at 8 AM)
  • BEST DEAL! VIP Family Pass: $350 (Includes 2 Adult and 2 Child VIP passes, 1 Premier parking pass) (Price increases to $400 on June 20th at 8 AM)
Parking:
  • Parking Pass: $20 – Day of event only, as space is available (cash only)
  • Premier Parking Pass: $50 – Online presale only, as space is available

This is a “Rain or Shine” event. All tickets sales are non-refundable.

All proceeds after festival expenses are used to support programs of the Lake Forest Parks and Recreation Department. Thank you for your support!

5:00pm – Gates Open
6:00pm – The Shagadelics
8:00pm – Dancing Queen: An ABBA Salute
9:40pm – Fireworks

Looking to connect with active consumers at this event? For pricing and a customized benefits package, please contact Norine Smyth at 312-799-0354 or Laura Wilke at 773-584-6669.

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Created by the Friends of Lake Forest Parks and Recreation Foundation in 2006, the Lake Forest Festival and Fireworks is an annual community event and fundraiser completely run by volunteers to provide a safe and fun environment for families celebrating Independence Day.

Over the years we have brought in award-winning entertainers including The Village People, Dennis DeYoung, KC and the Sunshine Band, Eddie Money, Rick Springfield, Wynonna, and Lou Gramm. We are so grateful to our sponsors who have helped make this event a huge hit!

If you would like to be a sponsor for this year’s festival or other future events, please visit our Support page.