Chicago Thanksgiving Parade
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Chicago Thanksgiving Parade presented by Forvis Mazars. Nov. 27th, 2025 Live from State Street on CBS Chicago and Pluto TV
12/27/2025
We’re now recruiting volunteers to support the Chicago Thanksgiving Parade. Whether you’re helping behind the scenes or along the route, your time and energy make a real difference. 😁
Join our volunteer team: https://www.chicagothanksgivingparade.com/be-a-volunteer/
12/25/2025
Merry Christmas! Wishing our amazing followers a joyful holiday filled with love, laughter, and special moments with family and friends. ❤️
12/23/2025
Be part of one of Chicago’s most beloved holiday traditions—the Chicago Thanksgiving Parade 🦃
✨ Perform live in front of hundreds of thousands and millions on TV!
✨ Showcase your talent on a major city stage!
✨ Kick off the holiday season in style!
Apply now to be a parade unit:
https://www.chicagothanksgivingparade.com/perform/
12/22/2025
Already missing those giant balloons? 🎈
If this year's parade stole your heart, remember this for 2026: book early with our sponsor Staypineapple Chicago for the best seat in the house (aka a cozy room steps from the parade route).
And until then, don’t forget that Chicago locals can enjoy 20% off your next stay with their resident rate!
Thank you for making this year's parade possible!
12/19/2025
Thank you to those who made this year's event another amazing parade! 🎉
Big shoutout to Chicago for their support. If you loved the festivities this year, just remember they're located right in the heart of it all - and they even offer parade-view packages annually for the ultimate experience.
Until then, Chicago residents, don’t forget to use code STAYCATION on their website to unlock 20% off your next stay!
12/16/2025
12/14/2025
Big News: A Fresh Look + 2026 VIP Tickets! 🎉 - https://mailchi.mp/ctpfoundation.org/big-news-a-fresh-look-2026-vip-tickets-18252384
12/14/2025
Big News: A Fresh Look + 2026 VIP Tickets! 🎉 - https://mailchi.mp/ctpfoundation.org/big-news-a-fresh-look-2026-vip-tickets
12/06/2025
🎈 Don't miss the Encore Presentation of the 2025 CTP on CAN TV! - https://mailchi.mp/ctpfoundation.org/parade-time-your-volunteer-details-are-here-18252202
12/02/2025
2025 Parade: Our Heartfelt Thanks - https://mailchi.mp/ctpfoundation.org/parade-time-your-volunteer-details-are-here-18252097
11/28/2025
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Chicago Thanksgiving Parade Timeline
Where Grateful Hearts Gather, since 1934
1934: Called the Christmas Caravan and produced on State Street, the Parade was created to help lift the spirits of residents suffering through the Great Depression
1984: The parade was renamed "The Ronald McDonald Children's Charities Parade." The route of the parade was also changed from State Street to Michigan Avenue.
1996: Marshall Field’s assumes role as title sponsor of the parade and introduces more recognizable character balloons than any other parade in the country as the Field’s Jingle Elf Parade.
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108 N. State St.
Chicago, IL
60602