WGN Radio “Your Hometown” Showcase Featuring Yorkville!

We are thrilled to announce that our very own United City of Yorkville will be in the spotlight throughout the month of June as the featured hometown to be highlighted on WGN Radio (720AM) and online at WGN Radio's website! 

Get ready to see Yorkville through the lens of WGN's film crews as they capture some of Yorkville's most iconic locations in early June. Tune in all month in June to hear Yorkville on the airwaves with commercials each day leading up to a special takeover on June 27!

Have your radios set to 720AM on June 27 to catch live on-air interviews with some of Yorkville's finest, including Mayor John Purcell, Deputy Chief Garrett Carlyle, Randy Witt of Raging Waves, and Economic Development Director and Consultant Lynn Dubajic Kellogg, among others. It's a day-long celebration of our community's spirit, achievements, and future. And don't forget to check out the premier of the video highlight of Yorkville on June 27 at WGN Radio's website to see our city shine! Visit https://bit.ly/YorkvilleHometownTakeover!

Mark your calendars! June 27 isn't just the radio takeover - it's the kickoff of the Yorkville Hometown Giveaway! This isn't your ordinary sweepstakes; we're talking about a chance to win a weekend adventure for 4 in Yorkville! Valued at over $3,300, the Yorkville Hometown Giveaway prize package was generously donated by our incredible business community! Keep your eyes out for the giveaway prize reveal coming soon!! The giveaway will be open June 27 - July 17. Enter by visiting https://bit.ly/WGNYorkvilleGiveaway during that time.

Help us spread the word and share what makes Yorkville so unique! Tune in, share our posts, and let's make this a June to remember in Yorkville. 

Yorkville Independence Day Parade – July 4^th at 9am!

Parade map and event details available at https://bit.ly/YPRDIndependenceDay 

Experience an unforgettable Independence Day at the Yorkville Parade! Join us on July 4th at 9:00am for a fantastic event that the whole family will enjoy! Make sure to grab your lawn chairs and blankets and secure the best viewing spot along the parade route. The parade begins at Yorkville High School and ends at Town Square! Stick around at Town Square for fun family activities in the park until noon! We can't wait to see you there! Join the fun! Enter your float, drive your car, or walk in the Yorkville Independence Day Parade! Parade participation is free and open to all. Email recreation@yorkville.il.us for additional details on parade participation. Please contact the Yorkville Parks and Recreation Department directly at recreation@yorkville.il.us with questions about participation in the Yorkville Independence Day Celebration and all other City of Yorkville events.

Family Fun at the Yorkville Independence Day Celebration! July 4^th after the parade until Noon at Town Square Park (301 N. Bridge Street)!

Come join the fun at Town Square after the parade! We have a variety of family activities that are sure to keep everyone entertained. Kids can participate in foot races and other exciting games while parents cheer them on. Spend quality time with your loved ones and create lasting memories. Don't miss out on the fun – head on over to Town Square and join in on the excitement! More details about the Yorkville Independence Day Celebration available at https://bit.ly/YPRDIndependenceDay or contact the Yorkville Parks and Recreation Department directly at recreation@yorkville.il.us