Enjoy the festivities in style!
Turkey Day 2024 is just around the corner!
And you know what that means…
It’s time for the Chicago Thanksgiving Day Parade to make its way through downtown Chicago, dazzling viewers and kicking off the holiday season in style!
Stick with us as we unpack everything you need to know about the event and help you plan the ultimate day out.
Pro Tip: Bookmark this page—your ultimate guide to the Windy City Turkey Day Parade gets updated every year!
About the 2024 parade
This will be its 90th year.
Timeout recognized it as the top Thanksgiving parade, second only to the iconic Macy’s Parade in NYC!
It’s come a long way since beginning as a Christmas event during the Great Depression.
Timing—When will the 2024 Chicago Thanksgiving Day Parade take place?
The 90th Windy City Thanksgiving Parade will take place on Thursday, November 28th, from 8 AM to 11 AM.
Save the date to catch the festivities live and start the holidays with a bang!
Route—Where will the 2024 Thanksgiving Day Parade in Chicago be?
It’ll head through State Street, going north from Ida B. Wells Drive to Randolph Street.
Tickets—How you can get VIP access to Chicago’s 2024 Thanksgiving Parade
VIP Access means enjoying the spectacle from premium seating in the TV Zone between Washington and Randolph.
Plus, you’ll get exclusive perks like private portable restrooms and refreshments—a game-changer for a long day out.
You can buy VIP Area tickets for $70 each from the parade website.
Pro tip: You can take along kids aged 2 & under for free, but they’ll need to sit on your lap.
Volunteering—How you can join their team
Volunteering lets you get up close and personal with the festivities while picking up practical event management experience.
From handling balloons to guiding crowds, there’s a role for everyone—just sign up on the parade’s official website!