a day of fun for the whole family!
Get Ready for an Unforgettable Independence Day at Itasca’s Hamilton Lakes!
This year, we’re proud to mark 250 years of Independence with a day filled with family fun, live music, and fabulous fireworks. Enjoy our brand-new kids’ activity zone, plus delicious treats from a variety of local vendors — including the craft brews from Church Street Brewing.
The park opens at 4:30 pm. kicking off music at 5 pm with MAGGIE SPEAKS ALL-STARS — filling the air with beloved Motown hits. From 6:15 pm to 7:15 pm, enjoy country favorites, followed by an exciting lineup of hits at 7:30 pm to energize the crowd before the highlight of the evening — FIREWORKS. At 9:45 pm, experience an unforgettable fireworks display, perfectly synchronized to music—an awe-inspiring sight for all ages.
Parking is limited, so we recommend purchasing advanced parking or arriving early to secure a spot. Don’t miss out — join us for a memorable 4th of July celebration!
This year, we’re proud to mark 250 years of Independence with a day filled with family fun, live music, and fabulous fireworks. Enjoy our brand-new kids’ activity zone, plus delicious treats from a variety of local vendors — including the craft brews from Church Street Brewing.
The park opens at 4:30 pm. kicking off music at 5 pm with MAGGIE SPEAKS ALL-STARS — filling the air with beloved Motown hits. From 6:15 pm to 7:15 pm, enjoy country favorites, followed by an exciting lineup of hits at 7:30 pm to energize the crowd before the highlight of the evening — FIREWORKS. At 9:45 pm, experience an unforgettable fireworks display, perfectly synchronized to music—an awe-inspiring sight for all ages.
Parking is limited, so we recommend purchasing advanced parking or arriving early to secure a spot. Don’t miss out — join us for a memorable 4th of July celebration!
General Admission - FREE
Admission to the park is free.
PARK OPENS AT 4:30 PM
FIREWORKS AT 9:45 PM
PARK OPENS AT 4:30 PM
FIREWORKS AT 9:45 PM
advanced parking - $30*
Advanced parking is $30* per vehicle and requires advanced payment. Please use the link to purchase by July 1, 2026.
On-site parking is $40 per vehicle.
First-come, first-served. Cash only.
Parking lot admittance closes at 9 pm
or earlier if at capacity.
*plus processing fees
On-site parking is $40 per vehicle.
First-come, first-served. Cash only.
Parking lot admittance closes at 9 pm
or earlier if at capacity.
*plus processing fees
parking
Parking is limited, so be sure to purchase advanced parking or plan to arrive early.
Prepaid reserved parking will require entry before 7 pm.
Day-of-event parking is cash-only and offered on a first-come, first-served basis until the lots reach capacity. No vehicles will be permitted to enter the site after 9 pm, and the parking areas may close earlier if full.
There will be four designated entrance points to improve traffic flow and enhance public safety during busy arrival periods. During those times, there may be delays entering or exiting Hamilton Lakes.
Street parking in nearby Itasca neighborhoods is prohibited.
Prepaid reserved parking will require entry before 7 pm.
Day-of-event parking is cash-only and offered on a first-come, first-served basis until the lots reach capacity. No vehicles will be permitted to enter the site after 9 pm, and the parking areas may close earlier if full.
There will be four designated entrance points to improve traffic flow and enhance public safety during busy arrival periods. During those times, there may be delays entering or exiting Hamilton Lakes.
Street parking in nearby Itasca neighborhoods is prohibited.
advanced parking - $30*
Advanced parking is $30* per vehicle and requires advanced payment. Please use the link to purchase by July 1, 2026.
On-site parking is $40 per vehicle.
First-come, first-served. Cash only.
Parking lot admittance closes at 9 pm
or earlier if at capacity.
*plus processing fees
On-site parking is $40 per vehicle.
First-come, first-served. Cash only.
Parking lot admittance closes at 9 pm
or earlier if at capacity.
*plus processing fees
music
by
maggie
speaks
by
maggie
speaks
music by maggie speaks
Music at begins at 5 pm with MAGGIE SPEAKS ALL-STARS — filling the air with beloved Motown hits. From 6:15 pm to 7:15 pm, enjoy country favorites, followed by an exciting lineup of hits at 7:30 pm to energize the crowd before the highlight of the evening — FIREWORKS at 9:45 pm.
food
drinks
fun
drinks
fun
local vendors serve up food, drinks & fun!
Ben & Jerry's Naperville - Ice cream, waffle cones, soda & water
Church Street Brewery - Craft beers and specialty drinks
Cookies with Flavor - Cookies, ice cream sandwiches,
ice cream bowls, smoothies & drinks
Flyin Hawaiian- Authentic Hawaiian food - Kalua pork, rice, huli huli chicken, veggie fried spring rolls, mac salad
Funnel Cakes - Funnel cakes, deep-fried Snickers/Oreos, root beer floats
& drinks
Genoa Italian Concessions - Beef/sausage, burgers, hot dogs,
chicken parmigiana, homemade chips, onion rings, mozzarella sticks & drinks
Church Street Brewery - Craft beers and specialty drinks
Cookies with Flavor - Cookies, ice cream sandwiches,
ice cream bowls, smoothies & drinks
Flyin Hawaiian- Authentic Hawaiian food - Kalua pork, rice, huli huli chicken, veggie fried spring rolls, mac salad
Funnel Cakes - Funnel cakes, deep-fried Snickers/Oreos, root beer floats
& drinks
Genoa Italian Concessions - Beef/sausage, burgers, hot dogs,
chicken parmigiana, homemade chips, onion rings, mozzarella sticks & drinks
Kettle Kabin - Popcorn, nuts & smoothies
My Cocina Grill - Philly cheesesteak, quesadillas, empanadas,
burritos & drinks
Rocco Vino's - Pizza, nachos w/beef, sausage, pop, Gatorade
RS Concessions - Italian ice, pretzels, nachos, lemonade,
& water
Taste Greek Street Food - Greek food, gyro, skewer wraps,
& drinks
Taco Factory - Tacos, burritos, quesadillas, nachos, chips & cheese, drinks
Sporty's Catering - Chicken tenders, tator tots gyros, burgers, drinks, bbq chicken
Stop & Glow - Glow Sticks, light up items
burritos & drinks
Rocco Vino's - Pizza, nachos w/beef, sausage, pop, Gatorade
RS Concessions - Italian ice, pretzels, nachos, lemonade,
& water
Taste Greek Street Food - Greek food, gyro, skewer wraps,
& drinks
Taco Factory - Tacos, burritos, quesadillas, nachos, chips & cheese, drinks
Sporty's Catering - Chicken tenders, tator tots gyros, burgers, drinks, bbq chicken
Stop & Glow - Glow Sticks, light up items
kids’
zone
zone
visit our new kids' activity zone!
Bring the whole family to our Kids’ Activity Zone for an afternoon of fun and excitement! Enjoy balloon artists, face painters, glitter tattoos, stilt walkers, sand art, and special appearances by Captain America and Wonder Woman.
event
map
map
Location
hamilton
lakes
lakes
Hamilton Lakes is located west of O'Hare Airport
at I-390 and Park Boulevard in Itasca.
at I-390 and Park Boulevard in Itasca.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I bring food & drinks?
Attendees may bring their own food and
beverages. No open flames or barbeques.
No glass bottles or drinkware allowed.
beverages. No open flames or barbeques.
No glass bottles or drinkware allowed.
what happens if parking is full?
Once parking lots are full, no other vehicles will be allowed into Hamilton Lakes.
can I bring sparklers or fireworks?
Sparklers and fireworks are prohibited.
Can I bring my pet?
Sorry, no pets allowed.
can i bring a tent?
Yes, all tents, canopies, and umbrellas must be taken down by 8 pm.
Is the event rain or shine?
The event is rain or shine.
this event is presented by village of itasca & hamilton partners, inc.
Sponsored by Hill Group, Omni Commercial Group, Arthur J. Gallagher, Allied Universal Janitorial Services, ABM Industries, and the Daily Herald.
