What’s Happening in Chicago on July 4th Weekend?

There are plenty of events taking place throughout Chicago on July 4th weekend. Plan your schedule carefully so that you won’t miss out on anything important, including:

• Free fireworks at Navy Pier
• Independence Day Salute at Grant Park Music Festival
• Midnight IndepenDANCE Yacht Party
• July 4th Afternoon Booze Cruise
• Shoreline sightseeing cruises that will allow you to take in the amazing area, then see the fireworks at the end of the night
• Eyes to the Skies Festival
• Navy Pier Centennial Wheel and Rides
• Northwest Fourth Fest
• Bike Chicago
• Great museums
• And more!

There are so many activities taking place throughout Chicago that the biggest challenge is deciding which one you want to enjoy the most. With so many different places to spend your time, you can turn your July 4th weekend into something amazing!

Finding Parking

Finding parking for these important events can be a real challenge. Luckily, with ParqEx, you don’t have to worry that you won’t be able to find a parking space when you arrive at your destination. Simply plug your destination into the app and find a parking space. Then, reserve it just for you! When you arrive, you’ll be able to pull straight in–often into protected parking areas, parking garages, and other areas. Thanks to the ParqEx app, you can plan ahead for your parking needs, rather than having to hope for the best when you get there. Of course, you’ll also want to be sure that you arrive with plenty of time so that you’re able to secure your entrance to the biggest events of the weekend! With the ParqEx app, you can even choose a parking space that’s designed to fit your specific needs. Check out pictures or look for parking spaces that:

• Are designed to fit a bigger vehicle
• Won’t require you to back out at the end of the night (particularly important in high-traffic areas)
• Offer additional security, like gated garages or password-protected locations
• Keep you in well-lit areas that are more likely to be filled with people, instead of sending you wandering off alone

Selling Parking

Do you have a parking space that you won’t be using over July 4th weekend? Whether you’re heading out of town for the weekend and know that you’ve got parking in an area that will be filled with holiday traffic, you have a space that you never use, or you’ve got space that’s usually a work area that you won’t be using thanks to the holiday, you can sell your parking space and make a little extra money off of the increased traffic for the holiday weekend. Simply:

• Register with ParqEx
• Take pictures of the parking space and what’s around it so that customers will be able to find it and decide whether or not it’s right for them
• Include any important details about the parking space
• List!

Whether you’re looking for a place to park so that you can engage in some of the best activities in Chicago over July 4th weekend or you’re hoping to improve your income over the holiday weekend, contact us! We’ll help you learn how to use this great app while simultaneously taking advantage of everything going on over this exciting weekend.

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Independence Day is a wonderful example of one of those special times of year. This fun-filled day is coming up soon, and it presents part-time entrepreneurs like yourself with a wonderful opportunity to fill your pockets while providing people in your community with an excellent holiday experience.

Want to get in on the fun? Here are three ways you can use the sharing economy to make some extra dough this 4th of July:

#1: Sell Baked Goods

Everyone wants to have something delicious to take to their family gathering or neighborhood potluck, and store-bought cookies aren’t usually the ideal option. Therefore, holidays such as July 4th are an ideal time to be in the business of selling baked goods. After all, far too many people find themselves short on time during the week leading up to a holiday, making it difficult to toss a cake in the oven.

If you are a good baker, why not whip up some of your special cupcakes, cookies, or muffins and list them for sale on Etsy? You might be surprised just how many orders you get, especially if you give the treat a little patriotic twist and advertise your products on social media.

#2: Share Sporting Equipment

With all the 4th of July parties coming up, there are bound to be a few people looking for sporting equipment to add some fun to their gatherings. In this instance, a garage full of baseball bats, basketballs, and football gear can be an absolute goldmine.

Why not set up shop on a site like SidelineSwap and make bank on your unused sporting equipment? This simple website gives sellers a chance to make some extra money while allowing buyers to save a buck or two. What’s not to love about that?

#3: Rent Parking Spaces

If you live in a crowded downtown area, or even if your home is in a rural area but near a good fireworks show, there is a good chance the parking in front of your house is pretty valuable during Independence Day. Take advantage of those prime parking spots by renting them out to people in your community.

ParqEx offers a wonderful solution in this situation. This service gives parking space owners an opportunity to easily rent out their spots while simultaneously offering renters a trustworthy place to shop for parking. Clearly, this is a win-win situation for all involved.

As you can see, a little bit of creativity is all you need to come up with some pretty awesome money-making schemes. Since 4th of July is just around the corner, now is the time to start brainstorming and get your business up and running before the big day arrives. So what are you waiting for? Pull out that sporting stuff, whip up those scones, list those parking spots, and get ready to see the money come rolling in!

Would you like to learn more about the ParqEx service and all we have to offer? Please feel free to have a look around our website. For any questions that aren’t answered here, please contact us via email. We would love to help you get started as a buyer or a seller on our innovative website and app.

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