Navy Pier July 4th Fireworks Chicago 2026

Name: Navy Pier July 4th Fireworks Chicago 2026
Start: 2026-07-04T19:00:00-05:00
End: 2026-07-04T22:30:00-05:00
Location: Navy Pier

Date & Time

Sat Jul 04 2026 at 07:00 pm to 10:30 pm

UTC-05:00

Location

Navy Pier | Chicago, IL

Navy Pier July 4th Fireworks Chicago 2026

Details

Navy Pier's iconic July 4th fireworks return for America's 250th birthday! Voted 'Best Place to See Fireworks' in the USA Today 10Best Readers' Choice Travel Awards, Navy Pier's spectacular free fireworks display lights up the sky over Lake Michigan with the iconic Chicago skyline as the backdrop.
Fireworks launch at 10:00 PM on July 4th. Arrive early to enjoy the Pier's restaurants, rides, lakefront views, and full evening of activities. No ticket required for outdoor viewing — find a spot along the lakefront for the best views of the show.
Navy Pier is open daily and offers dining, entertainment, and attractions including the Chicago Children's Museum, Chicago Shakespeare Theater, Flyover, and more. The Pier runs free fireworks shows every Wednesday and Saturday throughout summer, with the July 4th show being the most spectacular of the season.