Litchfield, Illinois · Route 66

Where the
Community
Comes Together

Litchfield Community Partners is where Litchfield comes together for parades, seasonal events and good old-fashioned community spirit.

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Oct-Dec2026 season
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Monthly community meeting

Everyone who loves Litchfield is welcome. Neighbors, businesses and groups all help plan our parades and events. We meet the first Tuesday of the month at the library.

Next meeting
Tuesday, July 7
6:00 PM
Litchfield Public Library
1205 S. State St., Litchfield, IL 62056
Everyone welcome to attend!

Upcoming meetings

All at the Litchfield Public Library · 6:00 PM

2026

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  • Tuesday, August 4
  • Tuesday, September 1
  • Tuesday, October 6

2027

  • Tuesday, January 5
  • Tuesday, February 2
  • Tuesday, March 2

We meet the first Tuesday of January, February, March, July, August, September & October.

Meeting announcements

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who we are

One town, many hands.

We're a partnership of local businesses, nonprofits and residents. Together we plan a full calendar of events for our community and for the Route 66 travelers passing through. Every parade and festival is organized and run by volunteers who love Litchfield.

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Seasonal parades

From Halloween to the Lighted Christmas Parade down State Street.

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Community events

The Festival of Trees, block parties and holiday traditions.

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Local partners

Businesses and groups pulling together for one shared town.

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For everyone

Free, family-friendly and open to all who call Litchfield home.

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Upcoming Events · 2026

Our 2026 event lineup is listed below. Follow us on Facebook for updates, reminders and registration details.

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Litchfield Community Partners Upcoming Events 2026 flyer listing the Halloween Parade and Block Party, Festival of Trees, and Christmas Parade with dates
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Four reasons to mark your calendar

Our full 2026 season. Pre-registration is available for the parades and the Festival of Trees. Scan the QR code on each flyer or ask us on Facebook.

Side-by-sides, four-wheelers, motorcycles, tractors and vehicles are all welcome.

Looking for past event photos? Browse the 2024 and 2025 event galleries.

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Oct
31

Halloween Parade & Block Party

Block party 9AM-1PM · Parade 4PM · Trick-or-treat til 9PM

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Nov
13

Festival of Trees

Fri 4-8PM & Sat 9AM-4PM · Litchfield Community Center

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Nov
14

Lighted Christmas Parade

6:00PM · Sihler School to the Litchfield Moose

Details
Dec
7

Visits with Santa

Mondays Dec 7, 14 & 21 · 6:00-7:30PM

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🎃 Saturday · October 31, 2026

Halloween Parade & Block Party

A full day of frights and fun on State Street: a daytime block party, an afternoon parade, and trick-or-treating into the evening.

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    Block Party9AM-1PM on State St. (between Ryder & Edwards)
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    Halloween Parade4PM · starts at 601 S. State St. (Sihler School)
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    Parade Endsat the Litchfield Moose
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    Trick-or-Treatbegins after the parade until 9PM
Pre-register for the parade Questions? Ask on Facebook

2025 Halloween Parade & Block Party Photos

🌲 November 13 & 14, 2026

Festival of Trees

Decorate a tree to showcase your business, group or family tradition. Trees are displayed all weekend, then auctioned, with proceeds going to the charity of your choice.

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    Friday, Nov 134:00PM - 8:00PM
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    Saturday, Nov 149:00AM - 4:00PM · auctions end at 4PM
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    LocationLitchfield Community Center
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    Proceedsgo to the organization or charity you choose
Register a tree More on Facebook

Festival of Trees Photos

✨ Saturday · November 14, 2026

Lighted Christmas Parade

Join us for a magical night filled with holiday lights, music and cheer. Floats, marching bands, community groups and, of course, Santa!

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    Time6:00PM
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    Parade Route601 S. State St. (Sihler School) to 221 N. Madison St. (Moose)
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    FeaturingFloats, marching bands, community groups & Santa
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    Parade EntriesSide-by-sides, four-wheelers, motorcycles, tractors and vehicles are all welcome
  • Family FunFun for the whole family. Bring your holiday spirit
Enter a float, vehicle or group Questions? Ask on Facebook

Lighted Christmas Parade Photos

🎅 December 2026

Visits with Santa

Santa is making his list and checking it twice, and he's setting aside three Monday evenings in Litchfield just for you. Bring the little ones for photos and wish lists.

Monday, Dec 76:00 - 7:30PM
Monday, Dec 146:00 - 7:30PM
Monday, Dec 216:00 - 7:30PM
Follow along on Facebook

Visits with Santa Photos

community partners

Powered by local businesses.

Our events happen because Litchfield businesses and community spaces step up to sponsor, host and pitch in. LCP meetings are hosted at the Litchfield Public Library District.

proud partner

The Briar Rose

Downtown Litchfield's home decor, vintage and consignment shop at 216 N. State Street. A community favorite since 2014, housed in a historic 1888 storefront.

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community partner

Litchfield Public Library District

Home of Litchfield’s community meetings and local resources at 1205 S. State St. For LCP library coordination, contact Sara Zumwalt.

Library phone: (217) 324-3866

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join us

Add your hands to the circle.

Whether you want to march in a parade, decorate a tree, sponsor an event or just lend a hand, there's a place for you. The fastest way to get started is through our Facebook page.

Message us on Facebook See what's coming up
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Pick an event

Browse the 2026 lineup and find one that fits.

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Scan to register

Each flyer has a QR code for floats, vehicles, side-by-sides, four-wheelers, motorcycles, tractors, walking groups and trees.

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Show up & shine

Bring your spirit, and tag us so we can share your photos.