Catch fireworks this weekend in Starved Rock Country

Looking for even more Fourth of July festivities? Consider taking a trip out to Starved Rock Country this holiday weekend to catch some of the best aerial displays central Illinois has to offer. Here are just a few of the must-see fireworks shows taking place across Starved Rock Country in the coming days.

Sheridan 4th of July Fireworks

Sheridan school grounds

Dusk July 4

Sheridan hosts one of the hidden gems of Starved Rock Country’s fireworks displays. The community is known locally for its long and elaborate shows, as well as delicious carnival food and food truck vendors. This year’s festivities will include a pony rides, rock climbing wall, zip obstacle course, parade, car show and live music by Timeless Classics and Forget Hannah. For more info and event updates pending weather, visit: facebook.com/sheridancommunityclubinfo

Ottawa 4th of July Fireworks

Downtown Ottawa/Ottawa High

Dusk July 4

Considered one of the biggest and best fireworks displays in Starved Rock Country, Ottawa’s show offers striking panoramic views of fireworks reflecting off the river. The fun begins at 5:45 p.m. with a reading by Ottawa’s poet laureate René Parks in the Jordan Block, followed by a performance by Libido Funk Circus from 6 to 8 p.m. For more info and event updates pending weather, visit facebook.com/OttawaDowntownAssociation.

America250 Celebration

Princeton, Soldiers and Sailors Park

Dusk July 4

Celebrate America250 in Princeton on July 4 beginning at 10 a.m. running from City Hall to Soldiers and Sailors Park. Festivities continue at 11 a.m. in Soldiers and Sailors Park, with events hosted by the Bureau History Center, concluding with a fireworks display at dusk. For more info and event updates pending weather, visit princetontourism.org/america-250.

Utica’s Fireworks Celebration

Carey Memorial Park

Dusk July 6

Utica’s annual fireworks festivities will begin at 5 p.m. with games and activities for kids offered at Carey Memorial Park from 5 to 10 p.m. The festivities will include face painting, bouncy slides and obstacle courses. Complimentary food and drinks will be available at the park’s pavilion (while supplies last). Fireworks are expected to begin at dusk. In addition to the beautiful sky display, the village of North Utica will host a vendor show at the nearby La Salle County Historical Society Canal Market from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. July 4 and 5.

Streator Fest Fireworks

Downtown Streator/Northpoint Plaza/Anderson Fields

About 9:30 p.m. Aug. 9

Streator Fest, running Aug. 6 to Aug. 9 at Northpoint Field, will feature four action-packed days of live music and a can’t-miss fireworks show. The 2026 lineup of music includes headliners Skillet, Brett Michaels, Jo Dee Messina and more popular touring acts. The festivities will feature assortment of vendors, a beverage tent and a massive family-friendly carnival nightly. Fireworks will launch at about 9:30 p.m. Aug. 9 across from Northpoint Field, giving guests a spectacular and convenient view from the festival grounds.

More Starved Rock Country Fireworks

July 4:

Skydive Chicago, Ottawa

Leland

Hennepin

Depot Museum, Amboy

July 5:

Walnut, Park and downtown

Dixon riverfront/Rock River