Chicago Thanksgiving Parade
Where Grateful Hearts Gather
Rated #2 Thanksgiving Parade in US
by TimeOut Magazine
Thursday, November 23, 2023
8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. CT
State Street, From Ida B. Wells Drive to Randolph

avery r young’s poem
Listen to avery r young debut his poem moment fo(r) a lillie los(t) on july 2, 2023

SHOWCASING DIVERSE CHICaGO TALENT
The Chicago Thanksgiving Parade prides itself on showcasing the culture and talent that make Chicago the Melting Pot that it is.
GO BEHIND THE SCENES
Learn more about what it takes to put together the Chicago Thanksgiving Parade during this exclusive JBTV Podcast special where host Jerry Bryant interviews Phil Purevich, the Managing Director of the Chicago Thanksgiving Parade, who’s been with the event for over 25 years! Dive into the rich history of this iconic parade, learn how Phil rose to his current position, and get a rare glimpse into what it takes to run such a massive celebration. Enjoy fun stories and an exclusive reporting-style segment featuring parade volunteers in action as they set up the 2022 parade.
The Chicago Thanksgiving Parade is developed in cooperation with the Department of Commerce and Economic Opportunity, Office of Tourism.
