The Rotary Club of Jacksonville invites the community to attend its Fourth of July Parade on Saturday, July 4, 2026!

This family-friendly event is a holiday tradition, made even more significant as the community celebrates the nation’s 250th year.

This year the parade’s focus is “Celebrating Freedom, Service and Impact,” honoring those who willingly unite to build strong connections within our local and regional communities, creating a significant, positive, and lasting impact.

Rabbi Rob and Lauren Thomas, Jacksonville residents and philanthropists, will be the Parade Marshals.

The parade route will form up and originate at the Morgan County Fairgrounds. The parade starts at 10:00 a.m. The route will proceed on Grand Avenue (Morgan County Fairgrounds gate) headed east on West State Street, around the square, exit on North Main, and disperse at Douglas Ave.

Questions may be directed to (217) 370-2145 or july4parade@jacksonvillerotary.org.

Rotary unites people from all continents, cultures, and occupations. Rotarians are leaders in their fields and communities. Rotarians’ diverse perspectives help them to identify and solve problems in communities throughout the world.