Chicago will host its fireworks extravaganza on Saturday, July 5, while suburbs like Northbrook and Oak Lawn will hold their big displays on Independence Day.

Those looking to watch Fourth of July fireworks displays in the Chicago area will have plenty of options, but not as many as you might think.

Though the City of Chicago will not host an official fireworks display on the Fourth of July, celebrations across the city’s neighborhoods and suburban towns promise a rich mix of parades, family-friendly events,