McDonald's® Thanksgiving Parade

Santa Claus, Ronald McDonald and a cast of thousands bring you the 77th Anniversary of the McDonald's Thanksgiving Parade, marching down State Street on Thanksgiving Day, November 25th from 8:30am to 11am. 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, from Randolph to Chicago to witness the magic and excitement. Can't make it down to State Street? The whole family can enjoy the live telecast of the 75th Anniversary of the McDonald's Thanksgiving Parade on WGN-TV9, broadcast in high definition on WGN-DT 9.1.