Belleville Plans Liberty and Legacy Parade for June 27 | The Locally Times

The city will commemorate the nation's 250th anniversary with a parade and community participation.

to commemorate the 250th anniversary of the United States. The City of Belleville announced the event on March 24, 2026, inviting residents and organizations to participate. The parade aims to celebrate the nation's milestone, with participation forms and guidelines available from the city. Mayor Jenny Gain Meyer has provided a letter to residents regarding the event. Interested parties are asked to submit their registration by May 20, 2026, to Mayor Gain Meyer via email at jmeyer@belleville.net or by mail to 101 S Illinois Street, Belleville, IL 62220. In addition to the Liberty and Legacy Parade, Belleville is also organizing its annual Memorial Day Parade, scheduled for Monday, May 25, 2026, at 10:00 a.m. Information for this event, including an entry form and guidelines, was also made available by the city. Residents can also participate in a city-wide litter pickup on Saturday, April 25, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to noon.