Harvest Time Parade
2026: Sunday, October 4th @ 1pm
LOCATION: Downtown Oregon, IL
COMMERCIAL UNIT ENTRY FEE: $50/unit
EACH INDIVIDUAL POLITICAL PARTY: $50/unit
NOT-FOR-PROFIT ENTRY: no charge
Find parade entry forms here.
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for list of
winners!
The 56th annual AOP Harvest Time Parade, themed "Autumn Antics," will step off at 1pm from 9th and Adams Street & wind its way through downtown Oregon. Our parade features hired entertainment as well as local marching bands, scouts, unique acts, local businesses, and so much more. We look forward to seeing spectators of all ages fill the streets!
2026 Guest of Honor: Otto Dick
2026 Unit of Honor: Oregon Park District
Autumn on Parade’s 2026 Presenting Sponsor: E.D. Etnyre
Reserve your seat as early as Sunday morning by setting out chairs/blankets along our parade route. To maintain a safe viewing distance, please stay behind the curb during the entirety of the Harvest Time Parade.
Please Note: during the parade there will not be in/out access from any of our handicapped parking lots, and several side streets will be enclosed by the parade route. Refer to the map below to plan accordingly.
2026 Guest of Honor: Otto Dick
Recognizing a lifetime of service, volunteerism, and dedication to preserving and promoting the history and community spirit of Oregon, Illinois, the Autumn on Parade Committee is pleased to announce Otto Dick as the 2026 Harvest Time Parade Guest of Honor.
Otto moved to Oregon with his family in 1946 as a young boy when his father accepted a position as a school principal. Inspired by his father's commitment to education, Otto followed a similar path, dedicating 25 years as a teacher at Dixon High School, where he educated and inspired generations of students.
Throughout the years, he has generously devoted countless hours to serving the Oregon community through his volunteer efforts and passion for local history. Otto has been an active supporter of numerous organizations, helping preserve the stories and heritage that define our area. His involvement with the Ogle County Historical Society, his writing for the Republican Reporter, and his dedication to the Oregon Depot Museum have helped educate residents and visitors alike.
Congratulations to Otto Dick and thank you for helping preserve the history and heart of Oregon for generations to come!
2026 Unit of Honor:
Oregon Park District
Over the past six decades, the Oregon Park District has continually invested in expanding recreational opportunities, improving facilities, preserving natural spaces, and creating programs that bring families and neighbors together. The Autumn on Parade Committee recognizes this incredible milestone by announcing the Oregon Park District as the 2026 Harvest Time Parade Unit of Honor.
Since its formation in December 1966, the Oregon Park District has been committed to enhancing the quality of life for residents throughout our community. 60 years of dedicated service, growth, expansion, and community improvement has helped shape Oregon into the vibrant, welcoming community we are proud to call home.
The Oregon Park District's mission is simple yet powerful: "To provide community-focused social and recreational activities through exceptional programs, parks, and facilities." That mission is reflected every day through the dedicated staff, commissioners, volunteers, and community partners who work diligently to ensure residents have access to outstanding recreational experiences and well-maintained parks.
Congratulations to the Oregon Park District
on 60 remarkable years!
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We 𝑳𝒐𝒗𝒆 seeing the ℍarvest 𝕋ime ℙarade’s annual theme incorporated into entries’ decor, music, and outfits!
This may have been the 𝘣𝘦𝘴𝘵 attended parade to date, the crowds were 𝘵𝘩𝘪𝘤𝘤 along the entire parade route.
𝓒𝓸𝓷𝓰𝓻𝓪𝓽𝓾𝓵𝓪𝓽𝓲𝓸𝓷𝓼 to our winners!
Categories and winners below:
BEST OF SHOW – Martin & Co
BEST ENTRY BY A BUSINESS – Illinois Auto Repair & Tire
BEST USE OF FESTIVAL THEME – Plum Mechanical Inc.
BEST FLOAT – Rock River United
4-H GROUP – Care-Free 4-H Club
BEST ANIMAL UNIT – Ogle County 4-H Horse Drill Team
ANTIQUE TRACTOR – Carl Morris
SCOUT/YOUTH – Oregon High School Cheerleading
QUEEN – Miss Stephenson County Fair Royalty
JR. HIGH BAND – Oregon 6TH Grade
SR. HIGH COLOR GUARD – Oregon High School
SR. HIGH DRUM LINE – Dakota High School
SR. HIGH DRUM MAJOR – Dakota High School
SR. HIGH BAND – Dakota High School
𝓦𝓮𝓵𝓵 𝓓𝓸𝓷𝓮!! We’ll see you all back at next year’s festival on Oct 2 + 3 2027! (Theme TBA, & it’s another good one!! )🍁