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Elgin Fourth of July Parade, Pet Parade 2025

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Elgin Fourth of July Parade, Pet Parade 2025

Friday, July 4, 2025 (9:00 AM - 12:00 PM) (CDT)

Description

The City of Elgin will host its annual Fourth of July celebration on Friday, July 4, with a full day of events including a parade, pet parade, live music performances, and a fireworks show.

The celebration will begin with the Fourth of July parade at 9 a.m. at the intersection of Slade and Douglas avenues. The parade will proceed south on Douglas and conclude at Highland Avenue and Division Street, near City Hall, with the Elgin Symphony Orchestra serving as grand marshal. It is expected to wrap up by 11 a.m.

For Details and Information:

For the second year, Elgin will host a Pet Parade, which will step off at 9 a.m. from the NENA Butterfly Garden near the intersection of Douglas Avenue and Ann Street. The parade will follow the same route as the main parade and end near City Hall. Registration and additional information are available at elginil.gov/july4.

Following the parade, festivities will continue at Festival Park, 132 S. Grove Ave., and will include food trucks, children’s activities, games and live music. The concert lineup includes:

  • 5–6 p.m. – The Moods
  • 6:30–7:30 p.m. – The LaBamba Show
  • 7:30 p.m. – Pie Eating Contest
  • 8:00–9:20 p.m. – The Ultimate Elvis Experience starring Shawn Klush

The fireworks show is scheduled to begin around 9:20 p.m. and will last 15 to 20 minutes.

For a map of the free downtown parking, click here. Attendees are encouraged to arrive early due to street closures. Road and parking closures will be shared closer to the event. 

Event Contact
City of Elgin
(847) 931-6100
Friday, July 4, 2025 (9:00 AM - 12:00 PM) (CDT)
Categories
Community Festivals and Celebrations
Holiday Celebrations
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