Lake Forest Day Parade ​
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Lake Forest Day Parade
American Legion Post No. 264
Over 100 Years of Service to Community and Veterans
Carnival August 5th, 6-10PM & 6th 11AM-10PM
Parade Wednesday, August 6th, 2025 - 10AM
801 N. MCKINLEY RD
LAKE FOREST, IL
SINCE 1919
Get ready for the 117th Lake Forest Day celebration on
August 5th and 6th, 2025.
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Sponsored by American Legion McKinlock Post No. 264, ​
Lake Forest Day Theme: "Shop, Dine, Enjoy Lake Forest Every Day!"
with a parade, carnival, food, music, games, fun for the kids
and a raffle. Come Join us!
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For more information click these quick links:
Coming Soon: new Link to Lake Forest Days August 2-3!
Parade Application: Submit a free Parade Application
Map & Parade Order: When the parade order has been published​
Parade Winners: Parade starts at 10 AM, Wednesday, August 6, 2025
Carnival: Tuesday, August 5 from 6 - 10 PM, and
Wednesday, August 6 from 11 AM - 10 PM
5K & Fun Run: Wednesday, August 6 at 7 AM
Donations: Help our Veterans! Support our Youth!
Our Facebook Page: Follow us on Facebook
American Legion Post 264: Learn more about our Organization
Volunteers Needed: The success of Lake Forest Day depends on Volunteers. See how how many different ways you can help.
Questions: More questions, ask here
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American Legion McKinlock Post 264 has provided over 100 Years of Service to our Community and Veterans. Our mission is to implement the goals, aspirations, dreams, peace and blessings for our country, our families and friends. Please visit American Legion Post 264 for more information about our Post.
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Did you always want to be in a parade? Read more and submit a Parade Application, it's FREE!
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The Carnival and Raffle is the most important Fundraising Event for American Legion Post 264. 100% of our fundraising efforts are used in Lake County to assist our veterans, support our youth and promote patriotism. Please visit our <Carnival> and <Donations> pages to see how you can have fun and help our veterans and youth. Thank You for your support!