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

Broadcast live on

Garfield Balloon floating during the Chicago Thanksgiving Parade

avery r young’s poem

Listen to avery r young debut his poem moment fo(r) a lillie los(t) on july 2, 2023

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Two performers from Renacer Boliviano post for the camera after a performance in the 2015 Chicago Thanksgiving Parade

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.

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Performance of The Jackie Wilson Story by the Black Ensemble Theater

PERFORM IN THE 2024 PARADE

Apply now to perform in the 2024 Chicago Thanksgiving Parade.

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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.