We always enjoy the Crystal Lake Independence Day Parade. Come celebrate our nation's heritage of democracy and freedom, help campaign for all our great candidates, and see the latest improvements to our float.
It's happening this year on Sunday, July 5th, 2026.
The parade steps off at 1:00pm. Marchers, please line-up by 12:30. Float decorators welcome - come at 11 am.
We'll know our number in the parade closer to the date. Normally, the assembly point is the "BOSS" parking lot immediately to the west of the Crystal Lake Municipal Complex/City Hall at 110 West Woodstock Street, just west of downtown. Parking near the assembly point is limited but you may find spaces in the various Metra lots near downtown.
For your convenience, we've arranged a shuttle. Park at the Lundahl Middle School, 560 Nash Road, which is immediately south of the parade terminus at South Elementary, and our shuttle will run you over to the starting line. Look for our red minivan, anytime between 10:30am and 12:15pm.
The main page for the parade has the route and other info.
RSVP, and please reach out to [email protected] or 815-596-0892 if you have questions.
When
July 05, 2026 at 12:00pm - 4pm
