34th Annual 4th on 53rd parade - SATURDAY, July 4, 2026 - 11 a.m.
Chicago's Favorite 4th of July Parade
Celebrate the 4th of July in Chicago's Hyde Park neighborhood, with a beloved local tradition going back 30+ years - the 4th on 53rd Parade and Free Festival! The parade kicks off at 11 a.m. with marching bands, floats, community groups, and kids on decorated bikes - with a free festival after the parade from 12-3 p.m. featuring performances, games, bouncy houses, face painting, magician, and more!
From the Chicago Tribune, July 4, 2025:
If you’re looking for just one recommendation, though, consider heading to Hyde Park for The 4th on 53rd. The grassroots efforts of a small group of neighbors has blossomed over 30 years into an ideal version of American patriotism: an inclusive parade where “everyone marches,” children decorate bikes, and families gather for a fun festival highlighting local talents.
Photo by Audrey Richardson/Chicago Tribune
Photo by Audrey Richardson/Chicago Tribune
Photo by Audrey Richardson/Chicago Tribune
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