Holiday Parades and Tree Lightings in the Champaign-Urbana Area

Tuesday, November 11, 2025

Veterans Day Parade

Location: Tuscola Ervin Park, Tuscola
Time: 11:00 am
The Tuscola VFW will host their annual Veterans Day Parade.

Saturday, November 22, 2025

Gibson City Christmas Parade

Location: Gibson City, Gibson City
Time: 6:30 pm
Gibson City brings will again hold their annual lighted holiday parade this year, with a festive parade happening in downtown Gibson City. This year, they are featuring a comedic Christmas parade! Will your favorite funny Christmas movie character or scene appear on a float? Retail and food vendors, downtown shopping,…

Sunday, November 23, 2025

Farmer City Christmas Parade

Location: Downtown Farmer City, Farmer City
Time: 2:00 pm
One of the largest Christmas parades in central Illinois with marching bands, holiday floats, Shriners, antique cars and tractors, and much more!

Friday, November 28, 2025

City of Watseka Annual Lighted Christmas Parade

Location: Downtown Watseka, Watseka
Time: 7:00 pm
The parade is scheduled for 7 p.m. This year's theme is "Characters of Christmas". The annual lighting of the Christmas tree at the post office will be at 6:30 p.m. Find more parade updates here: https://www.facebook.com/WatsekaAreaChamber

Saturday, November 29, 2025

Paxton Christmas Parade - POSTPONED

Location: Downtown Paxton, Paxton
Time: 1:30 pm
The Paxton Christmas Parade has been postponed to December 6 at 1:30 p.m. due to winter weather.  The parade begins at the intersection of Taft and Orleans streets. The parade will move east on Orleans Street before turning onto Market Street. It ends at the intersection of Market and Pine…

Downtown Effingham Hometown Christmas - POSTPONED

Location: Downtown Effingham, Effingham
Time: 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Kick off the holiday season in the heart of Downtown Effingham! From festive activities for kids to a dazzling parade, Hometown Christmas is a celebration for the whole family.

Light Up Le Roy & Christmas Parade

Location: Kiwanis Park, Le Roy
Time: 3:00 pm
🎄✨ Head to LeRoy for a full day of holiday fun! ✨🎄 Mark your calendars and come celebrate the season during Small Business Saturday and the Magical Christmas Parade all leading up to the annual Light Up LeRoy celebration! 🎁 Event Schedule: 🛍️ Small Business Saturday/Vendor Show: 10:00 AM –…

Champaign Center Parade of Lights - CANCELED

Location: Downtown Champaign, Champaign
Time: 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
The Parade of Lights has been canceled for 2025 due to winter weather. Read more about other schedule changes here. This year marks a huge milestone — 25 years of holiday magic sparkling through Downtown Champaign! The 2025 Parade of Lights theme is Silver Bells: 25 Years of Holiday Cheer…

Sunday, November 30, 2025

Milford Christmas Parade

Location: Village of Milford, Milford
Time: All Day
Parade time and schedule of events coming soon! Find more info on their Facebook page.

Catlin Parade of Lights

Location: Downtown Catlin, catlin
Time: 6:00 pm
Activities include a lighted parade at 6pm, holiday craft fair, photos with Santa and more.

Thursday, December 4, 2025

Georgetown Christmas Parade & Tree Lighting

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Time: 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
2025 Georgetown Christmas Parade & Caroling on the Circle Theme: Christmas Around the World Thursday, December 4th Caroling @6pm Tree Lighting @7pm followed by parade Kickoff

Friday, December 5, 2025

Tuscola Christmastown

Location: Tuscola Community Building, Tuscola
Time: 11:00 am - 9:00 pm
The Tuscola Christmastown celebration is December 5-7. Kick off the holiday season in Tuscola!

Christmas Traditions | Downtown Sullivan

Location: Downtown Sullivan, Sullivan
Time: 4:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Christmas Traditions downtown Sullivan! Visits with Santa, kids activities, food trucks, shopping carriage rides and more. Lights On Parade starts at 6pm.

Celebrate Christmas Downtown Mattoon

Location: Downtown Mattoon, Mattoon
Time: 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
The festive season is near!  Join the Christmas 2025 celebration on Friday, December 5, in Downtown Mattoon. Santa Claus is set to make his yearly appearance at the Mattoon Public Library. Don't miss the entourage of costumed characters, alongside food vendors, live music from EMBERLINE, tram rides, and exclusive deals…

Mahomet Village Christmas

Location: Downtown Mahomet, Mahomet
Time: 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Santa arrives downtown, Santa meet & greet, horse-drawn carriage rides, food trucks and more!

Danville Night of Lights Holiday Parade

Location: Downtown Danville, Danville
Time: 6:00 pm
Get in the Christmas Spirit with the Danville Night of Lights Parade!

Tuscola Christmastown Parade

Location: Tuscola Community Building, Tuscola
Time: 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Tuscola's Annual Lighted Christmas Parade will take place on Friday, December 5 at 6 p.m. Lineup at 5:30 p.m. at Ervin Park. More info here.

Saturday, December 6, 2025

Fisher Christmas Parade

Location: Downtown Fisher, Fisher
Time: All Day
Come on out to the annual Fisher Christmas Parade! Parade route and line-up will begin at fairgrounds and will travel down 3rd Street. This annual parade features floats, decorated cars/trucks, and more. There will be pictures with Santa, too! Times TBA.

Sidney Hometown Christmas

Location: Downtown Sidney, Sidney
Time: 8:00 am - 8:00 pm
Parade at 5:30 p.m., activities downtown from 3 - 8 p.m.

Monticello Christmas Parade

Location: Monticello Courthouse Square Historic District, Monticello
Time: 11:30 am
The parade is in Downtown Monticello on December 6, 2025 stepping off at 11:30 a.m. The 2025 parade theme is: "Wish you were here: An island Christmas." The parade route will be the same as last year, north on Hamilton to Center, west on Center to State, south on State…

Paxton Christmas Parade - RESCHEDULED

Location: Downtown Paxton, Paxton
Time: 1:30 pm
The Paxton Christmas Parade was rescheduled from November 29 to the new date of December 6 due to winter weather. The parade begins at the intersection of Taft and Orleans streets. The parade will move east on Orleans Street before turning onto Market Street. It ends at the intersection of…

Clinton Christmas Parade

Location: Clinton Chamber of Commerce, Clinton
Time: 2:00 pm
🎄 Clinton’s Annual Christmas Parade – Home for the Holidays! 🎄 The magic of the season returns with Clinton’s Annual Christmas Parade on Saturday, December 6th at 2:00pm! This year’s theme, “Home for the Holidays,” celebrates the warmth, joy, and togetherness that make this season so special. 🎅 Parade registration…

Fisher Holiday Celebration

Location: Fisher Community Building, Fisher
Time: 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Pictures with Santa + Open House & Kids Crafts WHEN: Saturday, December 6 from 2-5pm WHERE: Fisher Community Building Pictures with Santa 2-4pm Canned food donations are appreciated for the Fisher Food Pantry, but not required. Kids Crafts 3-5pm Crafts will be located at the following uptown businesses: Bunnie Burrow…

Christmas in the Village of Rantoul

Location: Downtown Rantoul, Rantoul
Time: 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Head to Downtown Rantoul on Saturday, December 6th from 3-5pm for Christmas in the Village! Hot Chocolate at ET's Cookie Decorating at Flavor Fusion Crafts at Rantoul Chamber of Commerce Entertainment on the Credit Union 1 Stage Pictures with Santa at Second Story Social Reading Circle at A House of…

Downtown Effingham Hometown Christmas

Location: Downtown Effingham, Effingham
Time: 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Kick off the holiday season in the heart of Downtown Effingham! From festive activities for kids to a dazzling parade, Hometown Christmas is a celebration for the whole family.

Weldon Village Christmas

Location: Weldon Village Hall, Weldon
Time: 3:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Head to Weldon for their Annual Weldon Village Christmas!! They will kick off the holiday season with a LIGHTED Christmas Parade!

Decatur Christmas Parade

Location: Downtown Decatur, Decatur
Time: 4:00 pm
December 6th | Line Up 2:30pm | Step Off 4pm Parade Route The parade will begin on Franklin and Macon Streets and head north. We'll turn west on North Street, then head south on Main Street, ending at Main and Macon Streets.

Arthur Country Lighted Christmas Parade

Location: Downtown Arthur, Arthur
Time: 4:30 pm - 6:00 pm
An evening Lighted Christmas parade brings Santa to Downtown Arthur.

Rantoul Christmas Parade

Location: Downtown, Rantoul
Time: 5:00 pm
Rantoul kicks off the Christmas season with a parade! This fun event is hosted by the Rantoul Area Chamber of Commerce!  

Sidney Christmas Parade

Location: Downtown Sidney, Sidney
Time: 5:30 pm
As part of Sidney Hometown Christmas: Downtown Sidney: Christmas Parade: 5:30pm For more info, check out the Sidney Improvement Group on Facebook.

Arcola's Lighted Christmas Parade

Location: Downtown Arcola, arcola
Time: 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
🎄 Lighted Christmas Parade – During the Great Christmas Sweep! 🎄 Get ready to get lit, Arcola! ✨ The Lighted Christmas Parade will roll through town as part of The Great Christmas Sweep celebration. 📍 Line-up: Begins at the Arcola Public Library (Main & Ridge) 🚗 Who can join: Businesses,…

Village of Tilton Christmas Parade

Location: Tilton Fire Station, Tilton
Time: 6:00 pm
Welcome Santa to Tilton!

Sunday, December 7, 2025

The Gifford State Bank Christmas Parade

Location: Emord Park, Gifford
Time: 3:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Come out to kick off the Christmas season. The parade will begin down Main Street at 5:00 p.m.

St. Joseph Lighted Christmas Parade

Location: Downtown St. Joseph, St. Joseph
Time: 6:00 pm - 6:30 pm
Lighted Christmas parade in St. Joe!

Saturday, December 13, 2025

Bement Christmas Parade

Location: Bement Municipal Hall, Bement
Time: 11:00 am - 2:00 pm
After the 11 a.m. parade, bring the kids to visit Santa and have lunch.

Saturday, November 15, 2025

Downtown Danville Lighting Ceremony

Location: Kresge Park, Danville
Time: 5:00 pm - 6:00 pm
Kick off the holiday season in downtown Danville on Saturday, November 15th, from 5 - 6 p.m. in Downtown Danville! At 5:30 p.m., watch as the lights come alive and transform downtown into a sparkling winter wonderland. Enjoy free hot chocolate while visiting with friends and neighbors. Delight in a…

Saturday, November 29, 2025

Champaign WinterFest

Location: Downtown Champaign, Champaign
Time: 10:00 am - 7:30 pm
WinterFest in Downtown Champaign! Saturday, November 29 · 12–7:30 PM · Neil St. Plaza Celebrate Small Business Saturday with a full day of festive fun before the 25th Annual Parade of Lights! What to Expect: Enjoy live music all day on the Neil St. Plaza, explore local vendors, and enter…

Light Up Le Roy & Christmas Parade

Location: Kiwanis Park, Le Roy
Time: 3:00 pm
🎄✨ Head to LeRoy for a full day of holiday fun! ✨🎄 Mark your calendars and come celebrate the season during Small Business Saturday and the Magical Christmas Parade all leading up to the annual Light Up LeRoy celebration! 🎁 Event Schedule: 🛍️ Small Business Saturday/Vendor Show: 10:00 AM –…

Villa Grove Christmas Tree Lighting Festival

Location: Main Street Villa Grove, villa grove
Time: 4:30 pm - 7:30 pm
The annual Villa Grove tree lighting will be happening at 7 p.m.on November 29, 2025, on Main Street in Villa Grove. Events will be happening from 4:30-7:30pm for the whole family! VFW 4:30pm - sold out - Chili and Hot Dogs 4:30-7pm Crafts, Hot Chocolate, Bake Sale, Vendors, Tree Auction,…

Sunday, November 30, 2025

Ogden Tree Lighting

Location: Downtown Ogden, Ogden
Time: 5:30 pm
OGDEN'S 4th ANNUAL TREE LIGHTING Sunday, November 30, 2025 - 6pm Join in at the Interurban Park for hot chocolate, candy canes and caroling around the Christmas Tree!  

Bement Christmas Tree Lighting

Location: Bement Veteran’s Park, Bement
Time: 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Gather to sing Christmas Carols & enjoy hot cocoa and cookies.

Thursday, December 4, 2025

Georgetown Christmas Parade & Tree Lighting

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Time: 6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
2025 Georgetown Christmas Parade & Caroling on the Circle Theme: Christmas Around the World Thursday, December 4th Caroling @6pm Tree Lighting @7pm followed by parade Kickoff

Sunday, December 7, 2025

Village of Pesotum Holiday Celebration in the Park

Location: Hartman Park, Pesotum
Time: 2:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Holiday Celebration in the Park Sunday, December 7, 2-5pm Carriage Rides with Merrybeth Farm 2-5pm Travelin' Tom's Coffee Truck & Mama Bear Cookies 2-4pm Holiday Crafts 2-4:15 Unity High School Choir 4:15 Tree Lighting 4:30

Philo Library Christmas Ornament Workshop and Tree Lighting

Location: Philo Public Library, Philo
Time: 3:00 pm - 5:00 pm
Philo Library’s Annual Ornament Workshop and Tree Lighting! They look forward to seeing everyone next Sunday, December 7 from 3-5 pm. 3-4pm - Ornament Workshop 4-4:30pm - Caroling and Tree Lighting 4:30-5pm - Christmas Cookies and Cocoa

Saturday, December 13, 2025

Tolono Holiday Fun and Tree Lighting

Location: Downtown Tolono, Tolono
Time: 9:00 am - 9:00 pm
Happy Holidays!  Head to Tolono for a festive event Downtown. You can follow the event on Facebook for all the updates!  9:00-3:00 Local Vendors, Crafts, and Artists  9:00-11:00 at St Patrick Catholic Church serving donuts and drinks with Make & Take ornaments  5:30-6:30 Tree Lighting Ceremony at Masonic Lodge with…