The Fourth of July is the best. Period.

And Kane County does Independence Day about as well as anyone in the good old USA.

Embedded here is an interactive map that tells a little bit about what’s going on regarding fireworks and parades in Kane County on or near July 4, 2014. Just click on the marker, and you’ll see additional information about each Fourth of July celebration.

We culled these from several sources, but if we missed any Kane County communities, please email ricknagel23@gmail.com. Here are links to the various websites in Kane County. Another really good resource is the Fireworks in Illinois website.

• Aurora Independence Day Fireworks
• Batavia July 4th Sky Concert Fireworks
• Elgin Fourth of July Fireworks Celebration
• Huntley Fireworks
• KANE COUNTY COUGARS
• Pingree Grove Independence Day
• Sleepy Hollow Fourth of July
• St Charles 4th of July

Read More

• Daily Herald
• Fireworks in Illinois website (Kane County)
• ABC7