Parade
The parade is always a popular event! Thousands attend the Champaign County Freedom Celebration Parade! Come out and help us celebrate the honoring our American heritage. The parade will take place, rain or shine. Cancellation may occur if there is lightning. The parade will not be re-scheduled to another date.
PARADE THEME: United We Stand, Proudly We Serve
GRAND MARSHAL: Local Fire & Police Departments
PARADE ROUTE: The parade begins near First & Florida. Continues East on Florida to Lincoln Ave. then proceeds North on Lincoln Ave to California. Parade units turn onto Illinois street to disperse and exit area at Goodwin Ave. Click HERE for a copy of the event map.
PARADE BROADCAST: The parade will air on UPTV, Cable Channel 6 during the following dates and times listed below.
- TBA
Parade Line-up will be attached below when available. Note: May be updated prior to event. Check back later
2012 Parade Judging results
- President's Trophy
The President's Trophy is awarded by the Champaign County Freedom Celebration Board President. This award is selected from all entries entered into the judging.
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The Theme Trophy is awarded to the entry that best represents this year's theme and communicates the message of freedom.
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Floats
Floats created by amateur participants will be awarded first, second, and third place. The CCFCC professionally built floats are not eligible for awards.
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Second: # - Antique Class
Antique Class first and second place trophies are awarded to antique vehicle units in the parade.
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Second: # - Judge's Choice (formerly potpourri category)
Judge's Choice first and second place trophies are awarded to units selected from all other entries. This category includes any entry that is not a float, antique vehicle, or equestrian entry.
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FOR MORE INFORMATION
For more information please call our hotline at 217-531-3777 or contact our Parade Coordinator.
 2013 Parade Application & Rules | [ ] | 121 Kb | 850 Downloads |
| Parade Lineup (as of 7/4 12:30a) | [ ] | 22 Kb | 513 Downloads |
| 2013 Parade Participant Letter | [ ] | 60 Kb | 535 Downloads |
