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Celebrate the Fourth of July in Champaign-Urbana

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The Fourth of July is coming quick — and that means family friendly events in the Champaign-Urbana area

In Champaign-Urbana and beyond, marking Independence Day means more than a week of celebrations: parades, craft days, festivals, fireworks and more. So don’t be surprised to see that a lot of this Fourth of July revelry actually takes place on days other than the actual holiday.

But hey — why limit the celebrations to just one day? That seems to be the mantra throughout East Central Illinois. The best news: many of these events are completely free! Any admission prices are indicated where applicable.

Remember that weather conditions may affect these events so always check with organizers before heading out.

Looking for all fireworks happening near Champaign-Urbana? We have the ultimate fireworks list. How about what is open and what is closed on Fourth of July? We have that info as well.

Celebrate the Fourth of July in Champaign-Urbana

Thanks to CU Dentists, Ltd. for presenting this list.

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Friday, June 28, 2024

Villa Grove Freedom Celebration at Villa Grove Richman Park

Time: 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm
S Sycamore St, Villa Grove
Fun for the entire family!  Fireworks at dusk.

Saturday, June 29, 2024

Tolono Fun Days at West Side Park

Time: All Day
408 Holden street , Tolono
Tolono Fun Days will be held Friday, June 28 and Saturday, June 29 Friday Food Vendors & Beer Pavillion 5-9pm - Xtreme Air, Zipline & Rock Climbing Wall ($10 Each) 7-11pm - Band "Bad Medicine" Camping East Side Park Outdoor Family Movie starts at 9pm Saturday -Breakfast Masonic Lodge (7:30-10:30)…

Gifford Community Celebration at Werner Roessler Park

Time: 7:00 am - 9:30 pm
South Park St, Gifford
Downtown Gifford features a parade, food trucks, yard games and fireworks!

Arthur Freedom Celebration at Jurgens Park

Time: 2:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Rt. 133 and S. Vine, Arthur
Parade at 2 p.m. in Downtown Arthur; one of the most impressive fireworks displays in the area at dusk.

Thunder Over Lake Vermilion at Danville Boat Club

Time: 5:00 pm - 10:30 pm
15750 Boat Club Rd., Danville
4th of July Party and Fireworks Celebration - open to the public! Food available for purchase.

Sunday, June 30, 2024

Arcola Fourth of July Fireworks Display at Best Western Plus Green Mill Village Hotel & Suites Convention Center

Time: 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm
917 Green Mill Ave, Arcola
Fireworks held at dusk.

Monday, July 1, 2024

Cultural Colors: Red, White, & Blue Daisies | Registration FULL at Museum of the Grand Prairie, Lake of the Woods Forest Preserve

Time: 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
950 N Lombard St, Mahomet
Monday, July 1 CULTURAL COLORS: RED, WHITE, & BLUE DAISIES Museum of the Grand Prairie, Lake of the Woods Forest Preserve, 3-4 p.m. With Independence Day right around the corner, one is sure to see a lot of red, white, and blue! But what do these colors mean? What do…

Wednesday, July 3, 2024

Homer Freedom & Music Festival at Homer Village Hall

Time: 4:00 pm - 11:00 pm
500 E Second St, Homer
Head to Homer for the 3rd Annual Homer Freedom & Music Festival kicking off July 3rd with the party masters Rock Posse and X-Krush, a fully stocked beer tent, and tasty food trucks! The July 4th festivities will launch with a community parade at 9:30am and then go all day…

Fisher Fireworks at Fisher Fairgrounds

Time: 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm
226 E. Sangamon Street, Fisher
Fisher fireworks will take place at the Fisher Fairgrounds at dusk. Food trucks available from 5-8pm.

Monticello Freedom Fest at Lodge Park

Time: 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm
1 1/2 miles north of Exit 166 I-72, Monticello
Annual fireworks, food and fun festival at Lodge Park. Free admission.

Fireworks Shuttle to Lodge Park - Monticello at Monticello High School to 3rd of July fireworks at Lodge Park

Time: 5:30 pm - 8:30 pm
Kratz Road, Monticello
The Monticello Music Boosters and Illinois Central School Bus present the annual Freedom Fest Shuttle Bus, leaving from both the Monticello Middle School & the Sievers Center parking lot at Monticello High School starting at 5:30pm. Busses will leave routinely and travel out to Lodge Park to drop you off…

St. Joseph 4th of July Parade at St Joseph Middle School

Time: 6:00 pm - 8:00 pm
606 Peters Dr, St. Joseph
4th of July Parade on July 3rdLocation: St Joseph, ILDate: July 3rd, 2024Start: St Joseph Middle SchoolTime: 6:30PM (Line up 6PM)End: St Joseph Sports Complex NOTE: Date and Time change from years past. "This years parade will be dedicated to Bruce Voges. He and his family are the reason we…

Champaign Country Club Independence Day Fireworks - Spectators Not Allowed on Club Property to View Fireworks at Champaign Country Club

Time: 9:15 pm - 10:00 pm
1211 Prospect Ave, Champaign
Champaign Country Club Independence Day Celebration: How to See the Fireworks  The Champaign Country Club hosts its Independence Day celebration for members and their guests on July 3. There will be a fireworks display that will begin between 9:15 and 9:45 pm. The Champaign Country Club requires that spectators view…

Rantoul Fireworks at Rantoul Airport

Time: 9:30 pm - 10:00 pm
6 Aviation Center Drive, Rantoul
Fireworks at dusk.

Thursday, July 4, 2024

Champaign County Freedom Celebration at Memorial Stadium

Time: All Day
1402 S. First St., Champaign
Youth run and 5K first thing in the morning with parade beginning at 11:05 a.m. Watch the parade along Kirby/Florida or Lincoln Avenue. Fireworks at dusk.

Paxton's July 4th Celebration at Pells Park

Time: All Day
700 E. Pells St. , Paxton
Enjoy all the fun in Pells Park with fireworks to end the celebration!

Sibley Area 4th of July at Lake Park

Time: 7:30 am - 10:00 pm
Lake Dr, Sibley
Parade at 11:30 a.m. The day wraps up with fireworks over Lake Sibley.

Homer Freedom & Music Festival at Homer Village Hall

Time: 9:30 am - 10:00 pm
500 E. Second St., Homer
Head to Homer for the 3rd Annual Homer Freedom & Music Festival kicking off July 3rd with the party masters Rock Posse and X-Krush, a fully stocked beer tent, and tasty food trucks! The July 4th festivities will launch with a community parade at 9:30am and then go all day…

Bement Fourth of July at Bement City Park

Time: 10:00 am - 10:00 pm
Morris and Macon Streets, Bement
Parade at 2 p.m.

Cherry Hills July 4th Parade & Neighborhood Celebration at Millage Park

Time: 10:00 am - 10:45 am
2802 Cherry Creek, Champaign
A small neighborhood parade led by a fire truck!

Oakwood Fourth of July Celebration - Parade, Fireworks, Fun at Oakwood Park

Time: 10:00 am - 10:00 pm
Park St. , Oakwood
Parade at 11 a.m.

Seymour Parade at Seymour

Time: 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Seymour, Seymour
The Fourth of July parade will march through Seymour on July 4 at 10 a.m.  

West Washington Street Annual 4th of July Parade at Lynn and Washington

Time: 10:00 am
Corner of Lynn and Washington, Champaign
For little kids, big kids, babies, pets and grownups.  Decorate your bikes, big wheels, wagons, strollers, skates and scooters.  Wear a costume or dress up in red, white and blue. Parade starts at 10:00am at Lynn and Washington, goes 2 blocks to New St. and will be followed by a…

4th of July Celebration at Crystal Lake Park Family Aquatic Center

Time: 11:00 am - 7:00 pm
1401 N Broadway Ave, Urbana
There will be give-aways, a cannon ball contest, and a wall climbing contest! Open 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. Regular admission rates apply.

Tuscola Parade - CANCELED due to weather at Downtown Tuscola

Time: 11:00 am - 12:00 pm
Corner of Main and Sale Street, Tuscola
Parade kicks off a celebration for the Fourth of July.

4th of July at Alto Vineyards at Alto Vineyard

Time: 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
4210 N Duncan, Champaign
Head to Alto Vineyards in Champaign and celebrate with great music from The Painkillers and your favorite wine, beer and slushies! Bring family, your friends, your lawn chairs and your favorite 4th of July food! This is the place to be!!

Stars & Stripes Celebration at Harvest Market at Harvest Market

Time: 4:00 pm - 8:00 pm
2029 S. Neil St, Champaign
Head to the Farmhouse Restaurant for the Stars and Stripes Celebration this 4th of July! Indulge in classic carnival food and refreshing drinks, while enjoying all the fun activities they have planned. There will be something for every age! Free live entertainment will be available from 5pm-7pm: Lindsay Lilly and…

Bellflower Fourth of July at Don Harden Field

Time: 6:30 pm - 10:00 pm
Melvin and School St. , Bellflower
The Village of Bellflower sponsors a major community event - the July 4th celebration. The day begins with the Ryan Albin 5K Fun Run/Walk in honor of the late Illinois State Police Trooper Ryan Albin, a Bellflower native who was tragically killed in an accident while on duty. Immanuel Lutheran Church…

Friday, July 5, 2024

Farmer City Raceway Fan Appreciation Night and Fireworks at Farmer City Raceway

Time: 4:00 pm - 11:30 pm
North Street, Farmer City
Fan Appreciation Night. Includes full show and fireworks. General admission is $5.

Reds, Whites, and the Blues: Summer Concert Series at Allerton Park and Retreat Center

Time: 6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
515 Old Timber Rd. , Monticello
Some of the best in blues will be on hand for Allerton Park's Reds, Whites, & the Blues concert, scheduled for 6-9 p.m. Friday, July 5, 2024, on the Gatehouse Lawn. The event is part of Allerton Park’s Concert Series presented by the Ayers Family, with monthly concerts through September 13. Admission is…

Celebrate Clinton Association Fourth of July Fireworks at Clinton Fireworks

Time: 9:15 pm - 10:15 pm
Rt. 51 South and Kleeman Dr., Clinton
Fireworks display at 9:15pm.

Saturday, July 6, 2024

Tuscola Sparks in the Park Event + Fireworks at Tuscola Ervin Park

Time: All Day
N. Main St., Tuscola
Head to Tuscola for their Annual Sparks in the Park celebration on July 8. This event will include live music, 5K, 3 on 3 tournaments, food trucks, fun activities for the kids, car show and of course, FIREWORKS!

Rantoul Freedom Celebration- Parade - RESCHEDULED at Parade ends at Wabash Park

Time: 9:30 am - 11:00 am
Maplewood , Rantoul
The Rantoul Freedom Celebration Parade kicks off at 9:30am.

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