Published on September 26, 2025 3:41 pm
Last Updated on September 26, 2025 3:41 pm
The Effingham Sunrise Rotary announced the theme for this year’s Halloween Parade, “Once Upon a Time” (favorite storybook or fairy tale – from classic tales to modern stories). The parade will take place on Sunday, October 26th, beginning at 2:00 p.m.
Parade participants are advised to assemble for the procession between 12:00 – 1:00 p.m. along Maple Street, positioned between Temple and Evergreen Avenues. A $20 entry fee will apply for all entries, excluding veterans, school groups, and emergency vehicles. All proceeds from the entry fees will benefit local non-profit organizations.
Those interested in taking part, whether as groups, organizations, businesses, or individuals, are requested to fill out the entry form. The completed forms can be returned to: Halloween Parade, Attn: Nathan Earnest, 501 E. Evergreen, Effingham, IL 62401. Or forms can be dropped off at the Effingham County Chamber, 903 N Keller Drive. Entry forms are obtainable at West & Company and the Effingham County Chamber office. Additionally, entry forms can be accessed on the Chamber’s website calendar at www.effinghamcountychamber.com or on the Sunrise Rotary’s Facebook page (@effinghamillinoissunriserotary). The final day for submitting parade entries is Friday, October 17, 2025. For more information, contact Nathan Earnest at (217) 347-5181 or Becky Brown at (217) 347-6283.
The Effingham Sunrise Rotary Club, established in 1994, is a local service organization committed to making a difference in the community. The club meets weekly on Tuesdays at 7 a.m. For more details about the club or to get involved, please contact Club President Ryan Wyckoff at (217) 821-9484.
