Northern Illinois communities are celebrating the Fourth of July Independence Day weekend with fireworks displays, parades, and festivals. Brookfield’s Fourth of July Parade is a highlight of the summer, with residents and visitors lining the length of Grand Boulevard to take in the patriotic spectacle. But if you’re planning on watching the parade this year, you may need to scout out a new location, because there’s a new route for 2025 (see map below). July Celebration held in the small town of Herrick, IL. fueled for the parade! Get those tickets while they are discounted! They will. be $25 on the 3rd and 4th! We can't wait for ALL the delicious drinks!! (Or until we run out) . Sale ends July 1st! $10 Armbands during the month of June! *Rides are subject to change based on availability. 7 p.m. Mr. Ed at Beattie Park Parade route Rockford’s Fourth of July parade route (Image provided by Rockford 4th of July Civic Committee) This year’s Fourth of July parade follows the same route at past years. It begins at 4:40 p.m. with a motorcycle parade, followed by the Screw City Jeep parade and then the main parade. Here’s where you can find 2025 holiday events in the metro-east. City of Carlyle Fourth of July falls on Friday this year, making the holiday a three-day weekend for some metro-east residents. 🇺🇲2025 Herrick 4th of July Celebration🇺🇲 There is something for everyone! 🎡Carnival Rides 🌭Fair Food 🎪Carnival Games 🍧Vendors 🎸Music 🎟️Bingo 🎤Karaoke Fourth of July is on Friday in 2025, leading to multiple dates for fireworks across central Illinois. Here's where to see sparks fly for the holiday. The Herrick 4th of July Celebration is almost underway and the city is looking to have another great year of activities for the local community. The first day of events is Sunday, July 2nd. Brent Wa 2025 Spring Calendar of Events! MARK YOUR CALENDARS! These are the scheduled fundraising events prior to the 4th of July Celebration. (All fundraising goes toward the Herrick 4th of July Celebration.) More events may be added so keep updated by following this page! Friday, Jul 4, 2025 at 11:00am Tom Davis Park Herrick, IL62431 Website Schedule : 11am-8pm - Carnival Vendors, And Food Open 7am - FFA Breakfast 10am - Parade 11am-3pm - Van Waylon Band 4pm-8pm - Loudon Country Band 8pm - Raffle Dusk "Fireworks At Tom Davis Park Presented By The Herrick Fire Department Additional Dates: Thursday, Jul 3, 2025 at SCHEDULE OF EVENTS Events and Times are subject to change 2024 Shelby County Fireworks Some area fireworks included also Herrick July 3-4 Herrick 4th of July Celebration -Fireworks on the 4th in Tom Davis Park Moweaqua July 3rd-North Park 4th of July - 2025 Join the Village for our annual Fourth of July celebration, Friday, July 4, 2025! The parade begins at 10:30 a.m. on Friday (July 4, 2025), traveling from Antioch Community High School to Poplar Avenue along Route 83 (Main Street). This year, our Quiet Zone will be in the downtown area from There are plenty of neighborhood-based Fourth of July events in lieu of an official Chicago Independence Day fireworks display. 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. Check out this detailed schedule of fireworks shows across Illinois for July 3rd through the 6th, making it easy to enjoy Independence Day festivities nearby. (Armbands will cost $25 at the Celebration) One armband is good for either July 3rd from 5:30pm- 9pm OR July 4th from 11am-8pm. Where to purchase: Herrick United Fidelity Bank during regular business hours. VENMO: Put Name, Address, and phone number in the comments. Several cities and towns across Central Illinois are gearing up for Independence Day celebrations, complete with fireworks and community events. Below is a list of fireworks shows happening in the region: Fulton County Canton 4th of July Fireworks When: Dusk, July 4, 2025 Where: Ron Fahnestock Stadium at Canton High School, 1001 N. Main St., Canton, IL Knox County Galesburg Big Bang Boom When 6544 W Archer Ave., Chicago, IL, 368 people interested Sat, Jun 28 - Jun 29 Herrick 4th of July Celebration Friday, Jul 4, 2025 at 11:00 a.m. CDT Tom Davis Park, Herrick, IL 62431 Get Directions Website
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