How to Celebrate the Fourth of July in Champaign-Urbana

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.

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

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

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Saturday, June 24, 2023

Tolono Fun Days at West Side Park

Time: All Day
408 Holden street , Tolono
Tolono Fun Days will be held Friday, June 23 and Saturday, June 24 Check their Facebook page for updates! The Tolono Fun Day Festival is held on the last weekend in June every year. Saturday is the main event, in the past on Friday evening the have had a lighted…
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Friday, June 30, 2023

Savoy 61874th of July Celebration at 1700 Block

Time: 3:00 pm - 10:00 pm
Woodfield Dr., Savoy
It’s time for the Village's second 61874th of July street festival and celebration. This year’s event will be held on Friday June 30, 2023 from 3 to 10 p.m. on Woodfield Drive. The theme is "it takes our village". They will have live music again, food trucks, a Taekwondo and Hapkido demonstrations,…
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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.
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Freedom Fest in Mahomet at Lake of the Woods Forest Preserve

Time: 4:00 pm - 10:00 pm
109 South Lake of the Woods Road, Mahomet
Music beginning at 4 p.m., fireworks at dusk. Admission is $2 per person with kids 5 and under free.
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Saturday, July 1, 2023

Oakwood Fourth of July at Oakwood Park

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

Time: 9:30 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.
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Sunday, July 2, 2023

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

Time: 9:15 pm - 10:00 pm
917 Green Mill Ave, Arcola
Fireworks held at dusk.
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Monday, July 3, 2023

Eli Field Open House at Eli Field

Time: 2:00 pm - 9:30 pm
59 Iron Horse Pl., Monticello
Eli Field and the Monticello Model Masters invite YOU to the annual 4th (3rd) of July Open House! Please join this event for open flying all day followed by a free airshow by the club members starting at 6:00pm. Monticello fireworks display starting at 9:15. Eli Field's Open House is…
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Homer Freedom & Music Festival at Homer Village Hall

Time: 4:00 pm - 9:00 pm
500 E Second St, Homer
Join the Homer community for the 2nd annual Homer Freedom & Music Festival kicking off July 3rd at 4pm with bands, food trucks and a beer tent! The July 4th festivities will start at 10am with a parade around Homer ending at the Village Hall grounds for a day of…
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Monticello Freedom Fest at Lodge Park

Time: 4:00 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.
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Fisher Fireworks and Food Trucks 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 will be there from 5-8 p.m.
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Monticello "Fireworks Train" at Monticello Railway Museum

Time: 8:00 pm - 10:00 pm
500 Iron Horse Place, Monticello
Ride the train from downtown Monticello to watch the fireworks at Lodge Park! 
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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…
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Rantoul Fireworks at Rantoul Airport

Time: 9:30 pm - 10:00 pm
6 Aviation Center Drive, Rantoul
Fireworks at dusk.
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Tuesday, July 4, 2023

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.
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Paxton's July 4th Celebration at Pells Park

Time: All Day
700 E. Pells St. , Paxton
Enjoy daytime activities at Pells Park and head to Bixby Park in the evening for fireworks, food and more fun!
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Sibley Area 4th of July at Lake Park

Time: 7:00 am - 10:00 pm
Lake Dr, Sibley
Parade at 11:30 a.m. The day wraps up with fireworks over Lake Sibley.
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Rantoul Freedom Celebration- Parade 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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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.
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Homer Freedom & Music Festival at Homer Village Hall

Time: 10:00 am - 10:00 pm
500 E. Second St., Homer
Near Village Hall. Food trucks, live music and family-friendly fun. Parade at 10 a.m., fireworks at dusk.
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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. Fireworks will be that night at dusk.
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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 8 p.m. Regular admission rates apply.
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4th of July Swim at Sholem Aquatic Center

Time: 12:00 pm - 6:30 pm
2205 Sangamon Drive, Champaign
July 4 @ 11:00 am - 7:00 pm Water your plans for the 4th of July? They plan to be keepin’ it cool at Sholem pool – and you’re invited! Regular admission rates apply.  
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Wednesday, July 5, 2023

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.
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Friday, July 7, 2023

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 7, 2023, on the Gatehouse Lawn. The event is part of Allerton Park’s Concert Series presented by the Ayers Family, with monthly concerts through September 29. Admission is…
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Saturday, July 8, 2023

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

Time: All Day
N. Main St., Tuscola
Annual fireworks display begins at dusk. 
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