Festivals, Fairs & Special Events
The Chicago Thanksgiving Parade
The award-winning Chicago Thanksgiving Parade returns for its 90th anniversary on Thursday, November 28, 2024, from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. CT, traveling up Chicago’s legendary State Street from Ida B. Wells Drive to Randolph Street. This free family tradition joyfully highlights talent from across the nation and the best Chicagoland has to offer, including marching bands, festive floats, staged celebrity performances, and a diverse array of cultural performance troupes, all led by notable Chicago hosts and a special visitor from the North Pole—offering a celebration with jolly sights and sounds for attendees of all ages. This year, the parade will be aired live on Pluto TV, Paramount’s free streaming service, for families who wish to spectate from home this holiday.
