Celebrate the Fourth of July in Champaign-Urbana

Friday, June 27, 2025

Tolono Fun Days at West Side Park

Time: All Day
408 Holden street , Tolono
Tolono Fun Days holds a Golf Cart Parade on Friday evening and parade and fireworks on Saturday.

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 28, 2025

Tolono Fun Days at West Side Park

Time: All Day
408 Holden street , Tolono
Tolono Fun Days will be held Friday, June 27 and Saturday, June 28 Check their Facebook page for updates!  

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 29, 2025

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.

Wednesday, July 2, 2025

Cultural Colors: Red, White, & Blue Daisies | Registration Deadline 6/25 at Museum of the Grand Prairie, Lake of the Woods Forest Preserve

Time: 3:00 pm - 4:00 pm
950 N Lombard St, Mahomet
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 they symbolize? Come learn about the history behind America's highly recognized colors and participate in a fun flower-dye activity! FREE. All ages. Children…

Gussy Up Your Bike at The Urbana Free Library

Time: 6:00 pm - 6:45 pm
210 W Green St, Urbana
Bring your bicycle, stroller, wagon, or scooter to Cherry Alley and decorate it for the Fourth of July! They will have all kinds of decorating ideas and supplies to dress up your bike for the holiday. In the case of inclement weather, this program will be cancelled. The Library is…

Thursday, July 3, 2025

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.

Homer Freedom & Music Festival at Homer Village Hall

Time: 5:00 pm - 10:00 pm
500 E Second St, Homer
Head to Homer for the 4th Annual Homer Freedom & Music Festival kicking off July 3rd with Kolton Taylor & The Truck Toppers along with X-Crush, a fully stocked beer tent, and tasty food trucks! The July 4th festivities will launch with a community parade at 11 a.m. and then…

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.

Bayles Lake Fireworks at Bayles Lake

Time: 9:00 pm
Newell Dam, Loda
The Bayles Lake-Lake Iroquois community is reminded that the 2025 fireworks show will be Thursday, July 3. The show will start at 9:00 p.m. The launch site will again be from Skyline Drive / Newell Dam at Bayles Lake. The view from both lakes is amazing.

Rantoul Fireworks at Rantoul Airport

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

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…

Friday, July 4, 2025

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: 8:00 am - 10:00 pm
Lake Dr, Sibley
Parade at 12pm. The day wraps up with fireworks over Lake Sibley.

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!

Rantoul Freedom Celebration- Parade at Parade ends at Wabash Park

Time: 10:00 am - 11:00 am
Maplewood , Rantoul
The Rantoul Freedom Celebration Parade kicks off at 10 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.  

Washington Street Neighborhood 4th of July Parade at Washington Street

Time: 10:00 am - 11:30 am
Washington and Elm Street, champaign
The Annual Washington St Neighborhood Parade starts at 10:00 am. Afterwards games, a potluck (neighbors only please) and chalking the sidewalk and visiting encouraged! See more details below. The parade starts at Washington and Lynn Streets and runs west to New Street. Be in the Parade: Decorate yourself and/or your…

Homer Freedom & Music Festival at Homer Village Hall

Time: 11:00 am - 10:00 pm
500 E. Second St., Homer
Head to Homer for the 4th Annual Homer Freedom & Music Festival kicking off July 3rd with Kolton Taylor & The Truck Toppers along with X-Crush, a fully stocked beer tent, and tasty food trucks! The July 4th festivities will launch with a community parade at 11 a.m. and then…

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

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

Tuscola 4th of July Parade 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 Community Picnic at St. Christopher Episcopal Church

Time: 11:30 am
1501 E. Grove Ave, Rantoul
Head to Rantoul for an Annual 4th of July Community Picnic!! . The picnic will take place on the St. Christopher Episcopal Church's front lawn. They'll provide hotdogs, cold water, chips, and cookies. The community is welcome to bring games and food to share. They plan to start cooking right…

4th of July at Alto Vineyards at Alto Vineyard

Time: 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
4210 N Duncan, Champaign
Head to Alto Vineyards for a fun afternoon of music to celebrate the holiday! Bring your family, friends, and your July 4th spirit out to Alto Vineyards! Outside food is welcome.. they will also have the grill out for customer use!

Bement Fourth of July at Bement City Park

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

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.

Champaign County Freedom Celebration at Memorial Stadium

Time: 4:30 pm - 10:00 pm
1402 S. First St., Champaign
Parade beginning at 4:30pm. New parade route this year. Free concert at 6pm and fireworks at dusk.

Bellflower Fourth of July at Don Harden Field

Time: 5:00 pm - 8:30 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…

Stars & Stripes Celebration at Harvest Market at Harvest Market

Time: 5:00 pm - 9:00 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 (and FREE) activities they have planned. There will be something for every age! 🎨Face painting & balloon twisting from 5-7pm 🎶Live music…

Saturday, July 5, 2025

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 5. This event will include live music, 5K, 3 on 3 tournaments, food trucks, fun activities for the kids, car show and of course, FIREWORKS!

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.