Champaign’s Fourth of July Parade. As the Fourth of July approaches, questions of how to spend America’s most notorious holiday start to rise for students who are stranded in Champaign-Urbana for the summer. Public festivities start in the morning with the Champaign County Freedom Celebration at Memorial Stadium. Complete guide to Illinois 4th of July 2025 events! 20 cities, from Chicago's Navy Pier fireworks to small-town parades. Schedules, tips & planning info. (WAND) - WAND has compiled a list of Fourth of July celebrations, including fireworks, parades, and festivals, taking place across central Illinois. We've put together a comprehensive guide of fireworks and celebrations taking place across Central Illinois this Independence Day. Second St., Homer Parade at 11 am, then a day packed with music, food, and family fun. Oakwood Fourth of July Celebration 11:00 am–10:00 pm | Oakwood Park, Park St., Oakwood Parade at 11 am, with live music, food trucks, bounce houses, games, and fireworks at dusk. Bonus: Pancake breakfast at the Fire Station, 6–10 am (June 27). Parade – 4:30 PM (New Start Time and Route) Evening Entertainment – 6:00 PM. Fireworks – 9:15 PM (Dusk) The Champaign County Freedom Celebration is possible because of the support of our community! Volunteer or Donate to make sure that we put on the best event this year and for years to come. The Fourth of July has arrived Families can choose from many events and activities happening this weekend in Champaign-Urbana The fireworks fun lasts all weekend long and we have you covered. Be sure to check social media for cancelations or rescheduled events in the event of bad weather. For a more classic celebration of the holiday, head over to Memorial Stadium for The Champaign County Freedom Celebration. On the Fourth, the home of the Fighting Illini will become the host for a holiday parade, entertainment and fireworks. The Champaign County Freedom Celebration returns this July 4th with the theme “America Celebrates Pride of the Heartland,” honoring the resilience, heritage, and unity of Midwestern communities. CENTRAL ILLINOIS (WCIA) — The Fourth of July is quickly approaching, which means that communities all across Central Illinois are gearing up for dazzling fireworks displays, parades and more. CHAMPAIGN COUNTY, Ill. (WCIA) — Several Fourth of July parades are kicking off star-spangled celebrations in Champaign County. Wednesday evening’s “Happy Birthday USA” Parade in St. Joseph is set to give the community a head-start on their patriotic festivities. Everyone loves a parade, whether it’s for the floats, marching bands, or nostalgia of the red, white, and blue. Parade participants and onlookers can look forward to a great parade lineup and viewing under the shade, all along Kirby Avenue, South First Street, and South Fourth Street. Find information about fireworks, parades, and old-fashioned Fourth of July fun all around the Champaign-Urbana area. Parades at festivals, parades on the Fourth of July, parades with candy, parades with bands — there is so much to love about Champaign-Urbana area parades in the summer Parades happen in Champaign-Urbana (and neighboring towns) practically all the time — really! The only “dry spell” is between the final Christmas parades and the summer parades. Still, more than half the year you can Seymour hosts an annual Fourth of July parade at 10 a.m., followed by a car show in the afternoon and fireworks at the Seymour Fire Department at dusk. Join fellow Republicans walking in the parade. Wear red! July 04, 2025 at 10:00am - 12pm. Seymour. Lisa Pope · LisaPopeAm1st@gmail.com · 2177226232. Will you come? The evening’s festivities begin at 6 PM, with musical entertainment on the main stage which will be located along Kirby Ave between First & Oak Streets. There will also be children’s activities (bounce house/inflatables). Parking is available in the State Farm Center SE Parking Lot and Activities and Recreation Center (ARC) parking lots, and around CHAMPAIGN, Ill. (WCIA) — For their 75th July 4th event, the Champaign County Freedom Celebration is hosting a 5K, a parade, a fireworks spectacular and more. The all-day event takes place at Champaign’s State Farm Center, located at 1800 South First Street. Champaign County Freedom Celebration at Memorial Stadium 4:30–10:00 pm | 1402 S. First St., Champaign Parade starts at 4:30 pm (note new route), free concert at 6 pm, and fireworks at dusk. Bellflower Fourth of July at Don Harden Field 5:00–8:30 pm | Melvin & School St., Bellflower Community run/walk, games, food, and more, fireworks at dusk. Date/Time Date (s) - 07/04/2025 4:30 pm - 10:00 pm Location Memorial Stadium Categories 4th of July Fireworks Outdoor Concert Parade Champaign County Freedom Celebration Theme “America Celebrates Pride Of the Heartland” Grand Marshal: The Decker Family Friday, July 4, 2025 SCHEDULE {There will be not youth run or 5K for 2025} 4:30pm – Parade (new start time and route) Starts at Kirby and July 4th Temporary Road Closures The Champaign County Freedom Celebration will host a parade, evening activities, and fireworks on Friday, July 4. To accommodate these activities, several streets near the State Farm Center will be temporarily closed.
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