3rd Annual Winnemac Fourth For All (WFFA)

Join us in the park on Saturday, July 4th, 2026 for a day dedicated to community, connection, and celebration - without the fireworks. WFFA features a range of activities that cater to all ages, allowing us to come together to celebrate the holiday in our beloved green space. 

Our free event offers an All-Star baseball game played by CMBA, our first-ever WFFA Art Fair, a disc-golf competition hosted by Chicago Disc Golf Authority, an array of live acoustic music, face painters, children's story hour, a space for personal lawn games and picnicking, a yoga class, delicious offerings from local food trucks and more!

Once the sun sets, the fire starts with a captivating performance by Full Moon Jam that you do not want to miss! Below we have outlined the demonstrations and activities we have planned for our community celebration.

• Respect for our community, park, and beloved natural areas are at the heart of our WPAC core values.
• This will be a firework-free event; fireworks are illegal and strictly prohibited in our park; Full Moon Jam has a no-firework rule at all performances for the safety of the performers.
• Our event is free; donations may be given on-site or online at any time.
• Portable bathrooms will be available throughout the park.
• Lawn games such as volleyball, badminton, cornhole are very much welcomed after 1pm (following our disc golf course).
• The Damen Avenue parking lot will be unavailable during our event.
• Dogs must be kept on leashes to ensure the safety of patrons.
• Food trucks will be present the entire event; picnicking is also encouraged.
• Volunteers will be accessible for assistance throughout WFFA.
• Wear sunscreen, stay hydrated, and prepare for any kind of weather Chicago may throw at us! We cannot wait to celebrate with you!

Food trucks will be on site through the entirety of our event. Picnicking is welcomed.

Kona Ice, Taco Motora , 5411 Empanadas, Reggie's on Wheels, Limoni Belli Pizza Oven, Travelin’ Tom’s Coffee, Dip N' Double Ice Cream 

Throw your name in for a chance to win prizes from a wonderful selection so kindly provided by some of our most beloved local businesses and friends. A few participants include: Fleet Feet, Lincoln Square Spice Company, Merz Apothecary, 4Legs Pet Store, and Gearhead!

Ace Race: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Kid's Zone: 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Get ready for Chicago Disc Golf Authority's July 4th ACE RACE! This fun, fast-paced disc golf event is open to players of all ages and skill levels. There will be a custom 9-hole course set up, perfect for beginners and seasoned players alike.

Ace Race Rules & Overview

Each player gets two throws per hole

POINTS & SCORING

The player with the highest total score wins!

1 point for hitting metal

3 points for hitting chains

5 points for an ACE!

PRIZES

Awards for most aces in each age group/division

Awards for most chain hits in each age group/division

Whether you're chasing your first ace or simply coming out for a good time, this is a fantastic way to celebrate, compete, and enjoy disc golf with the community.

Who can get the most aces? Come find out at this year's WFFA!

Learn more about Chicago Disc Golf Authority

 Ease your way into the celebratory activities with a free yoga class by Bloom Yoga! Start your holiday morning by stretching away your worries as Samantha walks you through a guided class under our astounding tree variety. Mats will not be provided.

Learn more about Bloom Yoga

This Independence Day, Winnemac Park is looking to​ celebrate independent artists by adding our first-ever Art Fair to WFFA! As part of the beloved Fourth For All Festival, we are bringing together local creatives to showcase art, photography, crafts, and handmade goods in the heart of our community. If you are a painter, sculptor, illustrator, craftsperson, or maker of any kind, this is your chance to share your work with thousands of festival-goers. 

WIGGLEWORMS, ACOUSTIC TUNES

Fun musical whimsy provided by Will Fancher

CARD TRICKS & MAGIC

Rob Mendell lends exciting card trick demonstrations even after the sun sets

FACE PAINTING

Fun to See Faces & Heart of Lincoln Square provides the chance for you to leave wearing a bit of extra color

SOCCER & SCORING GAMES

P2 Soccer & Edgewater Castle Football Club kick up the fun with on-site lessons & scoring

ACOUSTIC ADULT ROCK

School of Rock: Andersonville comes through with games and prizes all while acoustic hits we know and love fill the air. 

STORY TIME WITH MISS RUBY (2:00 PM)

Join Miss Ruby for a drop-in 60-minute Storytime full of books, songs, and fingerplays! We'll read stories, play with scarves, and dance along to music together. Miss Ruby is a teaching artist and children's musician who has taught young artists at Chicago Children's Theatre, Edgewater Public Library, Women & Children First, and more. 

TAROT READINGS WITH LITA KELLER

Curious as to what the future holds? Come and find out at WFFA!

LEGO BUILDING/STEM ACTIVITIES 

Snapology Chicago lets the kids keep busy by snapping together a few blocks

CHICAGO ORNITHOLOGICAL SOCIETY

Vinod Babu of COS provides insights on how to get into bird watching

BALLOON ANIMALS

Jay Collen of Such Magic twists your requests into reality!

ACCORDIONIST 

A lovely musical escape provided by Light-Up Tunes

Our celebration of America's 250th Birthday continues with the patriotic sounds of the national anthem, followed by CMBA taking to the bases for one of our country's favorite pastimes! Enjoy an All-Star baseball game played by one of Chicago's amateur leagues over on our new turf field among neighbors, family, and friends to kick off a community celebration!

Learn more about Chicago Metropolitan Baseball Association

Join us once the sun settles for a captivating, fire-fueled performance by Chicago's own Full Moon Jam. Get deep into the groove as their drum crew plans to takes you on a musical journey as the flame and fun fills the night sky!

 🌕 To learn more about Full Moon Jam, be sure to visit their site (www.fullmoonjam.org) and stop on by the show on the fourth! 

 Full Moon Jam will be joining us in the park on Saturday, July 4th at our 3rd Annual Winnemac Fourth for All to provide a fiery spectacle in place of fireworks! 

🐦‍🔥 Ahead of their 7PM performance, they will be hosting two FREE workshops that give participants the chance to interact with poi and staves while learning the fundamentals of movement with these tools. No prior experience is needed to join these workshops.

Free Full Moon Jam Workshops at Winnemac Fourth For All

4:00pm - 5:30pm: Intro to Poi with Be Love

This class focuses on the basic foundations of manipulating two poi. It is designed for all ages, and no prior experience is needed. We will discuss the philosophy of Flow, timing, rhythm, and the mechanics of your hands doing opposite things at the same time. Fundamental techniques taught will include Pendulum swings, Extensions, Body Wraps, Weaves (Figure 8 pattern), Buzzsaws, Reels & Turning.

5:30pm - 7:00pm: Intro to Double Staves with Nancy FireFlower

Learn traditional baton spins and finger spins! Combine these with simple double-staff moves for a unique flow. Discover the tricks to toss and catch flawlessly. Many of the techniques can also be applied to other props, such as staff or even dragon staff. This workshop teaches beginners the fundamentals, key considerations, and drills to help them progress in their flow journey.

Whether you're playing disc golf, getting your face painted, watching a magic trick unfold, or simply soaking up the sunshine with good food and fantastic company, this is the place to be for a more peaceful, community-centered Fourth.

Join WPAC and all of our incredible contributors and supporters for a more laid-back kind of celebration, one that brings us together and lets everyone enjoy the holiday their own way.

We look forward to celebrating the 250th Birthday of the United States with you! ❤️💙