Good morning, Naperville.

The City of Naperville and Naperville Park District will host the annual Independence Day fireworks display at Frontier Park (just south of 95th Street) on July 4, 2026, where residents can enjoy a festive community show at dusk.

Throughout July, Naper Settlement offers family-friendly events like STEM nights on July 2 and 16, Gettysburg Day and escape room adventures on July 3, followed by community concerts and heritage tours at 523 S.

Webster Street. Check event details online before attending.

Artist Kailey Rorer has brightened Block 59’s east wall with a colorful abstract mural on the building that houses CAVA, Crisp & Green, and Velvet Taco.

A second mural by Alyssa Low will adorn Five Below’s south wall next month.

DuPage County received two 2026 Achievement Awards from the National Association of Counties for its Crisis Recovery Center and food insecurity efforts — Board Chair Deborah Conroy presented the awards at the June 23 meeting, highlighting the county’s commitment to community well-being.

Book Road remains closed between 75th and 87th Streets as crews work on the WaterLink Project to upgrade Naperville’s water system.

The project began in late 2025 with a groundbreaking on June 10 at Oswego East High School, and detours will be in place until the end of 2026.

Naperville Area Humane Society urges pet owners to avoid midday walks during extreme heat this week and to choose early morning or late evening strolls; it advises using cooler, room temperature water and checking pavement temperatures + never leaving pets in vehicles.

Vince Kmiec Basketball Camp

9:00 AM - 3:00 PM — Merner Field House — Cost not specified — Enjoy a week of basketball training and fun under the guidance of experienced coaches and current players.

Boats, Bats and Barns Nightlife Experience

5:30-8:30 p.m. — Riverview Farmstead Preserve — $20 per person — Paddle the DuPage River and explore the fascinating world of bats at twilight.

CARS and STARS Celebration

11 AM - 2 PM — Iron Gate Motor Condos — Card only — Enjoy a BBQ and showcase of supercars, classic cars, and Americana flair.

Beginner Mahjong: Sip and Play!

6:30-9 p.m. — Pinot's Palette — Costs vary — Enjoy a fun evening learning Mahjong while sipping drinks and socializing.

Naperville Men's Amateur Championship

7 a.m. — Springbrook Golf Course — $180 — Compete in a challenging 36-hole tournament across two premier Naperville courses.

Candlelight: Tribute to Coldplay

8:30-9:30 p.m. — Wentz Concert Hall & Fine Arts Center — Ticket prices vary — Experience a magical musical tribute to Coldplay in an intimate candlelit setting.

Volunteer Morning at Riverview Farmstead Preserve

8-11 a.m. — Riverview Farmstead Preserve — Free entry — Enjoy fresh air while helping to control brush in this community volunteer event.

Akon with Ne-Yo

8:00 – 9:30 PM — Credit Union 1 Amphitheatre — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night of R&B and hip hop hits from two chart-topping artists.