July 4th Fireworks
2023 Information
In response to public safety recommendations from the St. Charles Police Department and in collaboration with the City of St. Charles, the fireworks display on July 4, 2023 will launch from Langum Park. This new launch site allows the fireworks to continue to be seen along the Fox River with the best viewing locations on the south side of downtown St. Charles. At Mt. St. Mary Park, the St. Charles Park District will provide evening music along with refreshments and Glow Zone novelties available for purchase. Activities in Pottawatomie Park include miniature golf, paddlewheel riverboat cruises, golfing, swimming and picnicking with refreshments available for purchase.
Pottawatomie Park
- Park Open Dawn to 11pm
- Picnic tables available on a first come, first served basis.
- Bring your own tables and lawn chairs.
- Sports: Sand Volleyball, Frisbee & Tennis
- Games: Bocce Ball & Baggo
- Inclusive Playground & Sensory Garden
- Multi-level Play Area with Tree House, Climbing Wall, Bridges, Chutes & Slides
- Parking Fees: Resident – Free; Nonresident – $10/vehicle
- First Aid Tent
- Pottawatomie Golf Course · Open Dawn to Dusk (Tee Time Reservations Required)
- Swanson Pool · Open 10am-5pm
- Paddlewheel Riverboat Cruises · Depart 11am, 12:15pm, 1:30pm, 2:45pm, 4pm & 5:15pm
- River View Miniature Golf Course · Open 9am-7:30pm
- No Kayak & Pedal Boat Rentals
- Refreshment Stand · Open 9am-7:30pm
Boy Scout Island
- Open Dawn to 11pm
- Parking Fees Applicable
Mt. St. Mary Park
- Open Dawn to 11pm (this day only)
- Picnic tables available on a first come, first served basis.
- Bring your own tables and lawn chairs.
- Food Trucks: Kona Ice & Hippie Gourmet Grilled Cheese Co. · 4pm-DARK
- Glow Zone Novelty Sales · 6-9pm
- Music · 6:30-9:30pm
- First Aid Tent
- Public Boat Launch for Kayaks & Canoes – CLOSED
- Parking Lots – CLOSED
Langum Park
- Fireworks Launch at DARK
- The upper east side of the park will be available for viewing.
- The lower west side of the park will not be available for viewing.
- Guests must remain outside the safety perimeter which will be marked with designated fencing.
- Guests will not be allowed the in the grassy area along the Fox River Trail across from Langum Park as the safety perimeter extends to the Fox River.
- Pathways will be closed 10-20 minutes prior to the fireworks show.
- Restrooms – OPEN
- Parking Lots – CLOSED
- Park Amenities: Softball Fields, Tennis Courts & Playground – CLOSED
- Traffic Advisory Information: click here
- Traffic Advisory Map: click here
Reminders
- The safety of residents and patrons is the St. Charles Park District’s first priority.
- For weather alerts: click here
- In the case of inclement weather, the fireworks will be postponed and promoted at a later date.
- Alcoholic beverages, smoking and fireworks, including sparklers, are prohibited in St. Charles parks.
- Follow carry in/carry out Leave No Trace trash etiquette.
- Parking is limited. Please plan accordingly.
FAQs
All large special events within the community rely on the St. Charles Police Department assistance providing general public safety. It was the recommendation of the Police Department to find an alternative location.
Best viewing will be on the south side of downtown St. Charles since the new launch location is Langum Park.
Langum Park allows the fireworks to continue to be seen along the Fox River with the best viewing locations on the south side of downtown St. Charles such as Mt. St. Mary Park and the open areas downtown near Prairie & Illinois Streets. Plan your viewing area in advance keeping in mind tree lines, the train trestle and tall buildings. Pottawatomie Golf Course is not a viewing location.
Langum Park will be closed to the public starting at 7am on July 4 to allow the pyrotechnic company set up and operate the fireworks display.
Daytime activities that will occur on July 4 in Pottawatomie Park include include miniature golf, paddlewheel riverboat cruises, golfing, swimming and picnicking with refreshments available for purchase.
Music will be played at Mt. St. Mary Park. The time will be announced closer to July 4.
From 6-9pm, Glow Zone will sell light-up novelties and a food truck will offer refreshments for purchase.
Boy Scout Island will be open for launching boats from dawn to dusk. More details: click here
Public parking is available throughout the downtown area. As with other large scale community events (i.e. parades), No Parking signs may be temporarily posted so please plan plenty of time to find parking.
Rt. 25, immediately adjacent to the launch location, may be closed during the fireworks show from approximately 9:20-9:50pm. Rt. 31 will remain open.
City streets, unless posted, are available for public parking including holidays. Vehicles parked on public streets cannot block fire hydrants or private driveways. If this occurs, call the Police Department at its non-emergency number: 630-377-4435.