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Kirkland Lions 4th of July

Thu, Jul 03 – Sat, Jul 05, 2025

250 West South Street, Kirkland, IL 60146

77th 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 77th annual event at Franklin Township Park starting July 3rd. This event brings our community 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 Blooze Brothers, Back Country Roads, One Night Only, AudioDrive, and more. The festival will close out on the night of Saturday, July 5th with one of Northern Illinois’ best fireworks shows. You won’t want to miss it!

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