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Kirkland Lions 4th of July

Thu, Jul 02 – Sat, Jul 04, 2026

250 West South Street, Kirkland, IL 60146

78th Annual Kirkland Lions Club 4th of July Celebration that includes a carnival, live music, and the largest fireworks show in Northern Illinois!

Three-day festival, Kirkland 4th of July will host its 78th annual event at Franklin Township Park starting July 2nd, 2026. This event brings us together every year with live music, carnival rides, vendors, games, a parade, car and tractor show, and of course fireworks! This year’s live performances will feature Ethan Larson, Back Country Roads, Six Pack Band, Back Forward Band and more. The festival will close out on the night of Saturday, July 4th with one of Northern Illinois’ best fireworks shows. You won’t want to miss it!

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