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INDEPENDENCE DAY EVENTS
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Thu, Jul 4 8:00 am - 4:30 pm

8AM | FREE COMMUNITY YOGA AT ROSEWOOD BEACH

Join us for a FREE special morning community mind/body class held outdoors on the boardwalk at Rosewood Beach. Learn more.

10AM | REMEMBRANCE CEREMONY

The City of Highland Park is hosting a remembrance ceremony including remarks from Mayor Nancy Rotering, faith leaders, and music. Details coming soon to cityhpil.com.

1PM | HIGHLAND PARK PARADE

The City and Park District is presenting a community-focused parade kicking off along a new route through Downtown Highland Park.  View more details at cityhpil.com.

1:30-4:30pm | 4th FEST

View all the event details below.

July 4 @ 8:00 am – 4:30 pm

1:30-4:30pm | 4th Fest

Sunset Woods Park

Join your friends and neighbors for an afternoon filled with family-friendly entertainment, rides, carnival games, a petting zoo, and other fun activities.

Attractions & Games (requires wristband)

  • 11 attractions including two trackless trains, Hippo Chow Down, Portable Rock Wall and more!
  • 16 carnival games including Plinko, Go Ham Go, Roller Boller and more!
  • Face painting
  • The Frog Lady reptile show
  • Petting zoo

music stage

  • Radio Gaga – In a parallel universe where rock and pop icons are immortal, Freddie Mercury and Lady Gaga meet and begin a beautiful friendship that extends past reality.
  • Nanny Nikki – Grammy® Nominated Artist bringing classic children’s songs and originals to life.
  • Jesse White Tumblers

Food Vendors

A variety of food is available for purchase including:

  • Da Local Boy
  • Michael’s Grille
  • Judy’s Pizza
  • Riobamba Mexican Food
  • DDog
  • Depidy Dawg Ice Cream

Wristbands

Required only for Attractions & Games

Wristbands | $10

Avoid the Lines and Save Time! Pre-purchase your 4th Fest wristbands beginning Monday, June 17 through Wednesday, July 3 at the following locations:

  • West Ridge Center (636 Ridge Rd)
  • Recreation Center of Highland Park (1207 Park Ave. W)
  • Highland Park Bank & Trust (1949 St Johns Ave.)

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