Champaign County Freedom Celebration
Theme “America Celebrates Pride Of the Heartland”
Grand Marshal: The Decker Family
Friday, July 4, 2025
July 4th Festivities
Due to unforeseen circumstances and the lack of required support staff, the parade will now kick off at 4:30pm. Be sure to check the new parade route as well. The Champaign County Freedom Celebration hopes that the community understands and will join us in celebrating Americas Independence.
Youth Run -(Cancelled for 2025)
5K Run/Walk – (Cancelled for 2025)
Parade – 4:30 PM (New Start Time and Route)
Evening Entertainment – 6:00 PM
Fireworks – 9:15 PM (Dusk)
The Champaign County Freedom Celebration is possible because of the support of our community! Volunteer or Donate to make sure that we put on the best event this year and for years to come.
Volunteer
We are looking for volunteers this year on July 3rd, 4th, and 5th. If you would like to offer support, click on the link below and pick a time that works best for you. Volunteer Today
Donate
The Champaign County Freedom Celebration is run entirely on donations. If you enjoy our celebration, please consider donating below. Donate Here
The Champaign County Freedom Celebration Board & Committee would like to thank these corporate sponsors for their support of this community event. Please support these businesses who do so much for our community! If your company or organization would like to participate, please contact us at info@july4th.net
Platinum Sponsors
Gold Sponsors
Silver Sponsors
Bronze Sponsors
Chambana Sales
Owens Funeral Home
Trophy Time, Inc.
Firecracker
Atkins Group TAG
Bacon & Van Buskirk
Bank Champaign, NA
Cozad Asset Management
Davis Electric
Hendershot Chrysler Dodge Jeep Ram
Marine Bank
Prospect Bank
Snyder Insurance
University of Illinois Community Credit Union
