Sandwich Park District Freedom Days Celebration
Sandwich Park District Freedom Days Activities'
Check out all the awesome activities we have planned for this year! Please note the parade route has been slightly adjusted this year due to construction on Main Street. The parade will begin at 10 am SHARP!
Fairgrounds Events (Gates open at 3pm):
– Petting Zoo: FREE to the public. The petting zoo is open from 4pm-8pm. Located near the bathrooms.
– Pony Rides: $5 per ride (cash only) The pony rides will run from 4pm-8pm located near the bathrooms.
– Bags Tournament: $10 per person, no partner needed. 6 rounds of play. Sign up on the app, Scoreholio. Pre-registration is preferred but signups on the day of are accepted if there is space. Located near the bathrooms. Registration starts at 3:30 and bags fly at 4:30pm.
– Kids Pedal Pull: FREE to the public. Registration will begin at 5:30pm and the pull will start at 6pm. There will be five weight classes, 40 pounds and under, 41-50, 51-60, 61-70, and 71-100. Kids will be weighed at the time of registration (Limited signup slots available) Located on the track.
– Face Painting: Open 3pm-9pm in the Midway. Prices will vary.
– Light Up Toys (Sandwich Park Foundation): Open 3pm-9Pm in the Midway.
Food Vendors (located in the Midway)
Prices will vary.
Parade: Saturday, June 27, 2026 – Start 10:00 am Sharp!
The Sandwich Park District is proud to continue our tradition of presenting one of the finest parades. Come watch the Sandwich and surrounding community groups and businesses take the opportunity to celebrate. The Parade will step off at 10am.
Parade Route:
Lisbon to Ash St.; turn right…
South to Center St.; turn left
East to Main St.; turn left
North to Lisbon – west to fairgrounds
Rain Info: Watch Facebook/sandwichparkdistrict.org for details regarding weather cancellations
Fireworks: Saturday, June 27, 2026 – Start at DARK!
The Sandwich Park District is please to present the annual fireworks display located at the Sandwich Fairgrounds. Food trucks and vendors will be on-site. Bring your blankets and chairs and save your spot for a great night of family fun for all ages to enjoy. Festivities including live entertainment, music, food, games, and fireworks. The fairgrounds open at 3:00 P.M. Admission is $10 per vehicle, CASH ONLY.
Rain Info: – Watch Facebook or sandwichparkdistrict.org for details regarding weather cancellations.
Previous Year's Parade
Congratulation to the winners!
Sandwich Park District
1001 Latham Street , Sandwich, IL 60548
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