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PEORIA, July 3, 2025
Your guide to PeoriaS Fourth of July celebrations
Fireworks, parades, movies, music, and more await this Independence Day.
- Multiple fireworks displays across the Peoria area on July 4.
- West Peoria’s annual Fourth of July parade.
- Movies at the Ballpark event with fireworks.
- Live music in peoria Heights.
- German-American Society Volksfest in Dunlap.
The Peoria area is set to ignite with Fourth of July spirit, and if you’re looking for something to do, there are several firework displays to catch this holiday weekend.
Light up the night with stunning fireworks
The sky over Peoria will be ablaze with celebratory color this Fourth of July. Several dazzling fireworks shows are planned across the region to mark Independence Day.
Here’s where you can catch the action:
- Red, White and Boom: July 4 at 9:30 p.m. on the Peoria/East Peoria riverfront.
- Honour America Celebration: Dusk on July 4 at Pekin Memorial Stadium.
- Chillicothe fireworks: July 4 at 9:15 p.m. at Three Sisters Park.
- Food Truck Frenzy and fireworks: Dusk on July 4 at Eureka Lake in Eureka.
Did you know?-The tradition of setting off fireworks on the Fourth of July dates back to 1777, during the first anniversary of the Declaration of Independence. Philadelphia celebrated with fireworks, bonfires, and the firing of cannons.
March to the beat at West Peoria’s parade
Reader question:-What are your favorite Fourth of July traditions? Do you prefer watching fireworks, attending parades, or having a backyard barbecue with family and friends?
Batter up for movies and fireworks
Pro tip:-Arrive early to secure a good viewing spot for fireworks displays, especially at popular locations like the Peoria riverfront.Bring blankets or chairs for cozy seating and be prepared for potential traffic delays.
