The City of Chicago will mark the 4th of July holiday with fireworks at Navy Pier on Wednesday, July 3 at 9 p.m. We think of July 4, 1776, as a day that represents the Declaration of Independence and the birth of the United States of America as an independent nation.July 4th fireworks displays and celebrations begin in late June. Find out where to enjoy food, music and fireworks shows. On July 4 Americans celebrate the Declaration of Independence, but it is the Constitution that most deserves our praise. This transformative production blends theater, civics lessons, and memoir to explore the struggles and triumphs of marginalized Americans. The holiday celebrates the Second Continental Congress' unanimous adoption of the Declaration of Independence on July 4, 1776. It is the birthday of your. Fireworks, parades, concerts, familyfocused fun there are numerous events across the Chicago area to celebrate the 4th of July holiday. I leave you, hoping that the lamp of liberty will burn in your bosoms until there shall no longer be a doubt that all men are created free and equal. Details.