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4th of July Parade in Homewood

July 04, 2024 - July 04, 2024 @ 10:00 am

Photo credit: iStock/franckreporter

Location

Downtown Homewood

Homewood, IL

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Description

The route of the parade begins at St. John Neumann Church and travels east along Ridge Road, finishing at Izaak Walton Preserve. Post-parade activities include games, entertainment and delicious summer fare.

Event cost: Free

Event time: 10 a.m. July 4, 2024

Additional Information

Website: https://www.village.homewood.il.us/community/events/july-4th-parade

Age recommendation: Babies, Early Elementary (K-3), Late Elementary (4-5), Preschool, Teens, Toddlers, Tweens

Neighborhood: South Suburbs

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