2026 Fourth of July Fireworks
Event Information
Event Location
Emricson Park
Woodstock, Illinois
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What time do the fireworks start and how long do they last?
Fireworks are scheduled to start at dusk, typically around 9:30 p.m. and last 25-30 minutes.
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Where can I park my car?
Vehicle parking at Emricson is available for a $20 fee, cash (preferred) or credit card are accepted, and will be collected by volunteers at the entrance. Vehicles must enter at South Street entrance; all other park entrances will be closed to vehicle traffic.
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Will there be dedicated Accessible Parking?
Yes, a limited number of Accessible Parking places will be reserved at the top of the viewing hill and are available on a first-come, first-served basis. Please have your parking placard available to show the parking team.
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Can I walk in?
Yes. Walk-ins can access the park through South Street or West Jackson Street entrances. Volunteers will be available to collect donations from walk-in guests.
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Can I bring alcohol to the park?
No. Per city ordinance, alcohol is not allowed in the park at any time.
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Will there be any food and beverage at the park?
Yes. A variety of food trucks will be offering food and drinks for purchase throughout the event. See below for additional information.
Food Trucks
Hempstock Pharms
Kona Ice
Kountry Kettlecorn
MJ Coffee Bar
Tropical Chill
Your Sisters Tomato
Sponsors
American Community Bank
Emtech Machining & Grinding, Inc.
Farris Dental Design
Jarvis, Wilhite & Associates
Prairie Community Bank
Ryan & Gwen Wormley
The Backdrop, An Art Gallery
Verlo Mattress
Westward 360
Woodstock Moose Lodge
Woodstock Professional & Business Women
Community Partners
City of Woodstock
Real Woodstock
Naturally McHenry County
Woodstock Area Chamber of Commerce & Industry
Woodstock Fire/Rescue Department
Woodstock Police Department