Spend your Fourth of July holiday under the stars at the 16th Annual Lake Forest Festival and Fireworks! This year the event will be held on the grounds just east of Deer Path Middle School. Musical entertainment is Run Forrest Run, with opening band Fletcher Rockwell. Run Forest Run is the ultimate 90's party band and opening the festival is Fletcher Rockwell, performing classic american rock and roll. The hits of the 80's and 90's music in full force for a memorable and exciting concert experience that you won't soon forget.
After the show, enjoy the greatest fireworks display on the North Shore, set to a fantastic playlist of patriotic music.
We are so grateful to our sponsors who have helped make this event a huge hit! If you would like to be a sponsor for this year's festival or other future events, please visit our Donate page.
This fun family event is brought to you by the Friends of Lake Forest Parks and Recreation Foundation. All proceeds after festival expenses are used to support programs of the Lake Forest Parks and Recreation Department.
Thank you for your support!
Ticket Details:
- Purchase tickets online here: https://events.com/r/en_US/registration/lake-forest-festival--fireworks---2023-shields-township-july-894627
- Buy your tickets early! Prices go up on June 20th.
- Tickets will also be available to purchase at the gate.
- Lake Forest/Lake Bluff residents: $25
Price increases to $30 on June 20th at 8 AM - Non-residents: $30
Price increases to $35 on June 20th at 8 AM - Kids under 5 are free.
- VIP Adult Pass: $125 (Includes admission, catered food and beverages)
Price increases to $150 on June 20th at 8 AM - VIP Youth Pass: $50 (15 and under. Must be accompanied by VIP Adult Pass)
Price increases to $75 on June 20th at 8 AM - BEST DEAL! VIP Family Pass: $350 (Includes 2 Adult and 2 Child VIP passes, 1 Premier parking pass- a $400 value)
Price increases to $400 on June 20th at 8 AM
- Parking Pass: $20 - Day of event only, as space is available (cash only)
- Premier Parking Pass: $50 - Online presale only, as space is available
This is a "Rain or Shine" event. All tickets sales are non-refundable.
All proceeds after festival expenses are used to support programs of the Lake Forest Parks and Recreation Department. Thank you for your support!
Musical entertainment is Run Forrest Run, with opening band Fletcher Rockwell.
Run Forest Run is the ultimate 90's party band and opening the festival is Fletcher Rockwell, performing classic american rock and roll. The hits of the 80's and 90's music in full force for a memorable and exciting concert experience that you won't soon forget.
Food and beverages will be available for purchase, or you may bring your own.
We recommend that you bring cash - the closest ATM is located in downtown Lake Forest, a 5-10 minute walk from the park.
In our kids area there are inflatables, rides, and carnival games to keep them busy and entertained!
The event will be held on the east grounds of Deer Path Middle School, (next to the Recreation Center) 400 Hastings Road, Lake Forest, IL.
Created by the Friends of Lake Forest Parks and Recreation Foundation in 2006, the Lake Forest Festival and Fireworks is an annual community event and fundraiser completely run by volunteers to provide a safe and fun environment for families celebrating Independence Day.
Over the years we have brought in award-winning entertainers including The Village People, Dennis DeYoung, KC and the Sunshine Band, Eddie Money, Rick Springfield, Wynonna, and Lou Gramm. We are so grateful to our sponsors who have helped make this event a huge hit!
If you would like to be a sponsor for this year's festival or other future events, please visit our Support page.
