Galena 45th Annual Halloween Parade
Sat, Oct 25 , 2025 • 6:30pm - 8:00pm
North Main Street, Galena, IL 61036
Join Galena's 45th Annual Halloween Parade & Festival! The largest, longest, and spookiest Parade and Festival in the Tri-State Area!
This extraordinary display features spectacular floats, marching bands, costumed participants, prizes, and treats for guys and 'ghouls' of all ages. Take the kids to the Kids Fest and grab a bite to eat before the parade at the Food Festival.
Shuttles will be provided from parking areas to Main Street beginning at 3 PM, with last shuttle at 5:30 PM from the Walmart parking lot located off of US 20, to Downtown Galena. If you do not wish to ride the shuttle you can access the public parking areas for free or paid parking.
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The cost of a round trip ticket on the shuttle is $5 per person for ages 7 and up. You will be given a wrist band to ride the shuttle.
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