By: Ashmar Mandou

There is so much fun to be had this Fourth of July weekend from parades, to festivals, to fireworks across Chicago. Check out our list of fun activities to do with the whole family.

Fourth of July Fireworks at Navy Pier
Friday, July 4th at 9:30p.m.
Navy Pier
Free

Windy City Ribfest
Friday, July 4th – July 6th at noon
4810 N. Broadway
Lawrence Avenue and Broadway
$5 suggested donation

Guided Kayak Tours
Friday, July 4th – Oct. 13th
100 Griggs Drive
William G. Stratton State Park
$25-$35; $15-$20 for kids under age 13
RSVP recommended 630-567-4653

Bristol Renaissance Faire
July 5th – Sept. 1st
10a.m., to 7p.m.
Off I-94 at the IL/WI Border
$19
847-395-7773
www.renfair.com

Cirque Shanghai: Warriors
Thru Aug. 31st
600 E. Grand Ave.
Navy Pier Skyline Stage
$15-$29.50
312-559-1212

Pilsen Movie Nights
Friday, July 4th at 7:30p.m.
Nitecap Coffee Bar
1738 W. 18th St.
Free
312-846-1149

July 4 Sunset Fireworks Cruise
Friday, July 4 at 8p.m.
600 E. Grand Ave.
Shoreline Sightseeing Cruises
$80
312-222-9328