WWI Victory Memorial
Southwest corner of Main & Gilbet St., Danville, IL 61832
Historic Sites
Danville's monument to Vermilion County's World War I veterans was sculpted by Lorado Taft.
Statues representing Army, Marine, Navy, and Red Cross nurses guard the marble base, where the names of local men who have made the ultimate sacrifice in World War I are listed.
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All The World's A Stage - Danville Symphony Orchestra
Dick Van Dyke Auditorium - Danville High School • Oct 03 @ 3PM
The Danville Symphony Orchestra presents season opener "All The World's A Stage" with guest guitarist Guido Sanchez-Portuguez.
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PotterFest 2026
Downtown Danville, IL • Nov 06 @ 5PM
Dive into a spellbinding night filled with enchanting activities, mystical treats, and magical surprises!
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2026 Night of Lights Parade
Downtown Danville, IL • Dec 04 @ 5PM
Celebrate the season at Danville’s Night of Lights Parade! Enjoy glowing floats, festive displays, and free horse-drawn carriage rides throughout the afternoon. Sign up your float…
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