Navy Pier Independence Day Firework Show

July 3, 9 p.m.

Find a spot along the lakeshore and watch the annual Independence Day firework show at Navy Pier. The event is free and takes place on July 3, there will be no fireworks on July 4.


Summer at BUILD Events

Every Thursday, Friday and Saturday, times vary, now until August 3, Hosted by BUILD at 5100 W. Harrison St.

The Broader Urban Involvement & Leadership Development, or BUILD, is hosting “Summer at Build,” a series of events every Thursday, Friday and Saturday, now until August 3. On Thursdays, BUILD is open until midnight for its “Midnight Madness” programming. Activities on June 27 include group sports, stem activities and an art open art studio. Friday’s events are “Youth Nights,” where activities are aimed towards youth in six through 12 grade. Saturdays are for the whole family including “Family Roller Skate Night” on June 29. All events are free, and are hosted at BUILD headquarters at 5100 W. Harrison St. All events are welcome to all ages except Saturdays during “Youth Nights.” Find more information on specific times and events on BUILD’s website. For questions contact Sarah Loffman at sarahloffman@buildchicago.org. https://ow.ly/cy2I50SnhQs


Teens in the Park Festival Audition at La Follette Park

June 27, 5:30 to 8 p.m., Hosted by The Chicago Park District, Located at La Follette Park

The 9th annual Teens in the Park youth artist showcase is hosting auditions at La Follette Park, at 1333 N. Laramie, from 5:30 to 8 p.m., on June 27. The Teens in the Park festival, organized by the Chicago Park District, showcases youth dancers, musicians, poets and rappers ages 14 to 24. Although the date and location of the festival is still to be determined, auditions are open on June 27 at La Follette Park, and a second audition date on July 18. Once a top performance from each location is chosen by a panel of judges, the top performers move onto the Teens in the Park Fest Performance. The top three artists at the festival receive cash awards. Find more information about the festival and register for an audition. https://ow.ly/8G3y50SnhYn. 1333 N. Laramie Ave.


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Summer Kickoff Bike Giveaway

June 29, 12 to 3 p.m., Hosted by A House in Austin

Bikes for all ages are going to be offered free-of-charge to the community on Saturday, June 29, by A House in Austin, a parent and child-support non-profit. Registration is required, limited supplies are available. Children have to present to be eligible to pick up the free bike and helmet at 533 North Pine Ave. Find out more information about their events here, and register. https://ow.ly/MXsO50Sni10. Located at 533 North Pine Ave.


Peace in the Streets Summer Block Party & Resource Fair

June 29, 12 to 3 p.m. , Hosted by the North Lawndale Employment Network

Interested in a free summer block party that has a live D.J., free food, and opportunity to connect with employers? The North Lawndale Employment Network is hosting the Peace in the Streets Summer Block party and resource fair on Saturday, June 29. Families are welcome. 1111 S. Homan Ave.


Fourth of July fireworks show in Berwyn

July 3, 8 p.m., Hosted by the World’s Largest Laundromat, Located at Morten West High School Football Stadium

Watch free fireworks in Berwyn at the annual firework show organized by the World’s Largest Laundromat, a local business. The event is free to attend. Fireworks start after dark. Find more information on the event’s Facebook page. https://ow.ly/lHGi50Sni4c. 2400 Home Ave.