The Godfrey Hotel Chicago Named Official Hotel Partner of the 2025 Chicago Thanksgiving Parade
Chicago, IL – November 5, 2025
The Chicago Thanksgiving Parade is proud to announce The Godfrey Hotel Chicago as the Official Hotel Provider for the Parade’s leadership team and special guests. Located in the heart of River North, The Godfrey will welcome parade organizers, VIPs, and travelers from across the country with elevated accommodations designed to inspire rest, creativity, and celebration during one of Chicago’s most cherished holiday traditions.
As part of this partnership, The Godfrey Hotel will offer a special room rate for parade attendees and visitors traveling to Chicago for the Thanksgiving holiday. Guests can enjoy the hotel’s renowned boutique style, rooftop lounge, convenient downtown location, and warm hospitality—just steps from the parade route and many of Chicago’s favorite holiday destinations.
“Producing a parade of this scale takes an extraordinary amount of coordination, energy, and care,” shared Ashley Berry, Chicago Thanksgiving Parade. “We’re grateful to partner with The Godfrey Hotel Chicago as our home base during this magical week. Their team has gone above and beyond to ensure our leadership and special guests are rested, comfortable, and ready to present the best parade experience possible.”
The Chicago Thanksgiving Parade extends sincere appreciation to Daniel Grajdura and the entire Godfrey Hotel team for their partnership, attention to detail, and commitment to celebrating community and holiday spirit in the city.
“The Chicago Thanksgiving Parade is one of the city’s most enduring traditions,” said Daniel Grajdura of The Godfrey Hotel Chicago. “We are honored to play a role in welcoming parade organizers and guests from around the country, and we look forward to helping make this year’s festivities memorable for everyone involved.”
Special Room Rate Details
Guests traveling to Chicago for the parade may reserve rooms at the exclusive event rate by visiting: Thanksgiving Parade Package (includes 2 Drinks in IO). Availability is limited.
About The Godfrey Hotel Chicago
The Godfrey Hotel Chicago is a lifestyle-focused boutique hotel located in the vibrant River North neighborhood. Recognized for its iconic architecture award-winning, rooftop lounge I|O, wellness-focused amenities, and modern guest experience, The Godfrey offers an inviting balance of sophistication and comfort for travelers of all kinds. Learn more at www.godfreyhotelchicago.com.
The Chicago Thanksgiving Parade presented by Forvis Mazars airs Thanksgiving morning, Thursday, November 27, 2025, from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. CST. Viewers can tune in live on Pluto TV’s “Holiday Channel” and “Chicago Thanksgiving Parade Channel” locally on CBS 2 Chicago and via YouTube on the Chicago Thanksgiving Parade Channel. Join the celebration in person along State Street from Ida B. Wells Drive to Randolph Street.
Celebrating more than 90 years of tradition, the Chicago Thanksgiving Parade brings together a dazzling mix of floats, marching bands, equestrian units, cultural performers, celebrities, and giant balloons, uniting generations of families in the heart of downtown Chicago. The Parade is made possible by the work of generous volunteers and incredible marketing partners including: Forvis Mazars, The Godfrey Hotel Chicago, CDOne Price Cleaners, Setna IO, Billy Goat Tavern, CANTV, Dude Wipes, HI USA, Jewel-Osco, CBS Chicago, Kinsale Contracting Group, Inc, 93.9 LITE FM, 103.5 KISS FM, Inspiration 1390, Staypineapple, V103, Rock 95.5 and 107.5 WGCI.
