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MCDONALD'S THANKSGIVING PARADE

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Santa Claus, Ronald McDonald and a cast of thousands bring you the 79th Anniversary of the McDonald's Thanksgiving Parade, marching down State Street on Thanksgiving Day, November 22nd. Whether you're moving your feet to the melodic carols of marching bands, gazing skyward at the gigantic inflatable helium balloons making their way down the street, or waving at talented entertainers in decorative floats dispensing holiday cheer, there is fun to be had by all at the biggest holiday parade in Chicago. The McDonald's Thanksgiving Parade is the only parade in the city of Chicago to feature inflatable balloons every year. Started in the times of the Great Depression, the Parade has been lifting the spirits of Chicago and bringing the community together in celebration. Over 400,000 people lines the parade route on State Street.

McDonald's Thanksgiving Parade Returns to Downtown Chicago, Nov 22
by BWW News Desk - November 05, 2012

Millions of parade-goers will kick off Thanksgiving Day amidst sky-high balloons, dazzling equestrian units, the nation's top marching bands, talented dance troupes and the best in varied cultural entertainment. This year's McDonald's Thanksgiving Parade will take place LIVE on State Street between ...


Volunteers Needed for 80th McDonald's Thanksgiving Parade; Deadline 10/18
by BWW News Desk - August 21, 2013

The Chicago Festival Association, producer of Chicago's Thanksgiving celebration, is now recruiting volunteers to assist during the 80th McDonald's Thanksgiving Parade, which marches up State Street from Congress to Randolph Thursday, November 28, 2013, 8 - 11 am(CST). Volunteers are an essential pa...


McDonald's Thanksgiving Parade Returns to Downtown Chicago Today
by BWW News Desk - November 22, 2012

Millions of parade-goers will kick off Thanksgiving Day amidst sky-high balloons, dazzling equestrian units, the nation's top marching bands, talented dance troupes and the best in varied cultural entertainment. This year's McDonald's Thanksgiving Parade will take place LIVE on State Street between ...


MILLLION DOLLAR QUARTET Kicks Of The Thanksgiving Day Parade
by Gabrielle Sierra - November 04, 2009

Million Dollar Quartet will kick-off the holiday season with a live, televised performance at the McDonald's Thanksgiving Parade in Chicago, to air on WGN-TV. Million Dollar Quartet's staged performance is expected to air in the 8:00 hour on Thanksgiving morning....


MILLLION DOLLAR QUARTET Kicks Of The Thanksgiving Day Parade
by BWW News Desk - November 26, 2009

Million Dollar Quartet will kick-off the holiday season with a live, televised performance at the McDonald's Thanksgiving Parade in Chicago, to air on WGN-TV. Million Dollar Quartet's staged performance is expected to air in the 8:00 hour on Thanksgiving morning....


McDonald's Thanksgiving Parade Celebrates 80th Anniversary this Year
by Tyler Peterson - October 29, 2013

McDonald's Thanksgiving Parade, a free event attracting hundreds of thousands of spectators, this year celebrates 80 years of Chicago holiday tradition. A dozen loveable character balloons, top marching bands from across the country, festive floats, cultural groups, equestrian groups, theatrical per...







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