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Where to see fireworks in the Illinois Valley

20 shows across the region

By Shaw Local News Network
Fireworks erupt high in the sky Sunday, July 10, 2022, over Anderson Field golf course in Streator as people watch from an open field near Kroger Plaza.

Fireworks erupt during the 2022 show in Streator. The fireworks this year will be Saturday, Aug. 5, at Anderson Fields. (Derek Barichello - dbarichello@shawmedia.com)

The Office of the State Fire Marshal in Illinois is encouraging residents the only safe way to view fireworks is by attending a professional show.

There are several fireworks shows planned across the Illinois Valley region from June 18 to Aug. 12.

Fireworks illuminated Ottawa's night sky Monday, July 4, 2022, presented by Ottawa First.

Fireworks illuminated Ottawa's night sky Monday, July 4, 2022, presented by Ottawa First. (Derek Barichello - dbarichello@shawmedia.com)

Anyone possessing, using, transferring or purchasing display fireworks without a valid IDNR individual explosives license or storage certificate is violating Illinois law and could incur penalties. A violation of the Illinois Explosives Act can be a Class 3 felony, with a maximum penalty of five years in prison and a $10,000 fine. In addition, the IDNR can assess administrative fines for violations involving display fireworks and other explosives.

Emergency responders are reminded to contact IDNR and the OSFM immediately with reports of personal injury or property damage resulting from the use of explosives, including display fireworks.

Dos Vatos Tacos was just one of a handful of food vendors serving people at the Rock the River celebration Sunday, July 3, 2022, along Water Street in Peru.

Fireworks are again planned July 3 on Water Street in Peru along the Illinois Riverfront. (Derek Barichello - dbarichello@shawmedia.com)

Saturday, July 1

Amboy

Minonk

Sandwich

Sunday, July 2

Walnut

Monday, July 3

Morris

Peru

Tuesday, July 4

Hennepin

Henry

Leland

Ottawa

Princeton

Sheridan

Friday, July 7

Utica

Saturday, July 8

Marseilles

Saturday, Aug. 5

Streator

Saturday, Aug. 12

Wenona

Friday, Aug. 18

Spring Valley