Red, white and blue recipes
Getting the grill ready for Fourth of July weekend? The Loopster searched for the best red, white and blue recipes to give your BBQ a patriotic punch. Select the food to get some real, tasty American...
View ArticleGetting down outside of downtown
Looking for things to do on the Fourth? Find your suburb on this interactive map to help you plan your weekend.
View ArticleFireworks laws and safety in Chicago
Lots of people like to celebrate U.S. independence with fireworks. But for residents of Chicago and the rest of Illinois, that sort of explosive patriotism is against the law. According to state and...
View ArticleThe show’s not over! City cancelled most fireworks, but suburbs offer...
This year, Navy Pier is the only site for July 4 fireworks in the city. Chicago is certainly known for its dazzling fireworks shows, but if you’re looking for a venue that is less crowded or more...
View ArticleI am from abroad and I also want to have fun
Photo by Smithsonian Institution Archives Are you living abroad in the U.S.? Is this your first Fourth of July in Chicago? Are you prepared to enjoy the celebrations but you do not know where to go or...
View ArticleChicago’s favorite Fourth of July memories
Photo by Panu Tangchalermkul. From the World Fair to last year’s Transformers: Dark of the Moon filming, Chicago has had many a sparkling Independence Day. Check out our timeline on Dipity to learn...
View ArticleThe Loopster’s guide to the Taste of Chicago
This Loopster's must-have: the Mustard-fried Catfish from BJ's Market & Bakery. Photo by Janelle Schroeder/ MEDILL What’s more all-American than eating and drinking outdoors with thousands of...
View ArticleCelebrate America’s birthday with a bang. Find your fireworks
Since most fireworks are illegal in Illinois, many locals flock to stores in Indiana and Wisconsin in the weeks leading up to the July 4 weekend. Fireworks laws are more relaxed in those states, so...
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