Illinois State Homecoming Parade
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Date and Location
Saturday, October 24, 2026 10 a.m.
Steps off at the corner of College Avenue and University Street
Parade Map -
Register for Homecoming Parade
- Parade entry registration will open summer 2026.
- Band entry registration will open summer 2026.
- Review parade resource guide prior to October 24.
- All floats must schedule an inspection with Environmental Health and Safety the week of or prior to Saturday, October 24. Call (309) 438-8325.
Questions? Email homecomingparade@IllinoisState.edu
Can't make it to the 2026 Homecoming Parade? Watch it live on October 24 on the Illinois State University YouTube channel.
2025 Parade Award Winners
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RSO/Campus Award Winners
1st Place: Student Alumni Council
2nd Place: Construction Management Student Association -
Community Award Winners
1st Place: Nautical Bowls
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Golf Cart Contest Winners
1st Place: Sigma Lambda Gamma
2nd Place: Tau Kappa Epsilon
3rd Place: Sigma Gamma Rho