• The 2025 fair book can be found under "About Us" at the top of the web page. The hobby building only section can also be found under "Events" and "Hobby Building".
  • Please note that IL Highway 17 in New Windsor will be closed for an hour during the parade that is being held on Thursday, August 14th, at 5pm.

Kiddie Parade

Established in 1939

KIDDIE PARADE

Saturday, August 16, 2025, 1:00 p.m.

Debbie Willems, 309-667-2319, Superintendent; Assistants: Susan Goble, Amy Humphrey, & Ellie Goble.

Entries will be taken on the corner of Walnut St. And North 4th Ave. (across the street from the Presbyterian Church) beginning at 11:00 the morning of the parade. 

All children 12 and under may participate and are required to register in order to be in the parade.

CLASSES

A. Miscellaneous/Wagon

B. Character (Famous or Known by Most)

C. Bicycle and Tricycle

D. Humorous (Clever or Funny Sign)

E. Pets, Ponies & Horses (52 inches or smaller) (under 4ft x 6ft)

F. Motorized 

G. Floats (4ft x 6ft or larger) 

 

All entrants will receive a participation ribbon.

Five (5) cash prizes will be given in each class. The first place entry in each class will also receive a trophy.

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