Like it or not, flu season in Champaign-Urbana is just around the corner
Getting a shot is the best way to avoid coming down with the flu, although maintaining proper hygiene such as washing hands frequently can go a long way, too. Those most vulnerable to the flu are the very young, the elderly, pregnant women and those with compromised immune systems.
In Champaign-Urbana, you can get a flu shot as early as this month at clinics, and some of the pharmacies are already offering it (but might not have it for children).
Thanks to Christie Clinic for presenting our 2025 guide to Where to Get a Flu Shot in Champaign-Urbana. Christie Clinic is providing convenient flu clinic options.
Make the smart play and get your annual flu shot. The CDC recommends everyone six months and older get a flu vaccine each year – it’s your best defense against the flu. Visit a Drive-Thru Christie Clinic Flu Clinic near you.
Anyone can get a flu shot. These vaccines are covered by most insurance companies, but if a patient has questions they should check with their carrier.
Christie Clinic
All Christie Clinic flu clinic options are drive-through. Starting in late September and running through mid-October, these clinics are a convenient way to get a flu vaccination without an appointment.
Christie Clinic flu clinic locations are Windsor in Champaign and satellite clinics in Danville at the Riverfront and Mahomet.
Flu shots are available for anyone six months or older.
The COVID-19 vaccine will not be available at flu clinics.
–No appointment necessary.
–Bring your insurance card.
–Dress in short sleeve shirts and toddlers should be dressed in diapers or shorts.
–Stay in your vehicle. Christie Clinic recommends completing your paperwork here and bringing it with you. It will administer the flu vaccine through your open car window. You must be seated by a car window that opens.
Flu shots are available at these Christie Clinic locations on these dates. All Christie Clinic Flu Clinics are drive-through.
Thursday, Sept. 25, 5:30-7 p.m.
Christie Clinic in Champaign on Windsor (In order to allow Christie employees time to leave work for the day, please do not begin lining up in the parking lot until 5:15 p.m.)
Saturday, Sept. 27, 7 a.m.-noon
Christie Clinic in Champaign on Windsor
Christie Clinic at The Riverfront in Danville
Thursday, Oct. 2, 5:30-7 p.m.
Christie Clinic in Champaign on Windsor (In order to allow Christie employees time to leave work for the day, please do not begin lining up in the parking lot until 5:15 p.m.)
Saturday, Oct. 4, 7 a.m.-noon
Christie Clinic in Champaign on Windsor
Christie Clinic in Mahomet on Commercial
Thursday, Oct. 9, 5:30-7 p.m.
Christie Clinic in Champaign on Windsor (In order to allow Christie employees time to leave work for the day, please do not begin lining up in the parking lot until 5:15 p.m.)
Saturday, Oct. 11, 7 a.m.-noon
Christie Clinic in Champaign on Windsor
Thursday, Oct. 16, 5:30-7 p.m.
Christie Clinic in Champaign on Windsor (In order to allow Christie employees time to leave work for the day, please do not begin lining up in the parking lot until 5:15 p.m.)
Saturday, Oct. 18, 7 a.m.-noon
Christie Clinic in Champaign on Windsor
Carle Clinic
Carle community flu clinics typically begin in October at various locations in east central Illinois. Vaccines are available and encouraged for anyone six months and older, and those with underlying health conditions or compromised immune systems.
• Oct. 8, 9, 10 from 8 a.m.-4 p.m.
• Oct. 15, 16, 17 from 8 a.m.-4 p.m.
• Oct. 21 from 8 a.m.-4 p.m.
• Oct. 25 from 8:30 a.m.-12:20 p.m. (This clinic will me managed by pediatric staff and will be for pediatric aged patients and their parents)This clinic will be for only flu vaccines, not COVID.
OSF
Seasonal flu shots can be scheduled with your OSF provider.
CVS
CVS offers free flu shots under most health insurance plans. See more info here.
Walgreens
Walgreens offers free flu shots under most health insurance plans. See more info here.
Costco
Costco pharmacies offer flu shots and other vaccines on a walk-in basis. Click here for more info.
McKinley Health Center, University of Illinois
U of I students and faculty are able to receive flu shots at McKinley on campus. There are some staff positions that aren’t eligible. Find more information here.
Remember, if you miss the drive-through clinics, you should be able to get a flu shot at most area pharmacies, and your primary care provider should also be able to administer a flu shot at a scheduled appointment.
Further information will be added as it becomes available. Did we miss a clinic? Email us.