The Chicago holiday season roars into gear with the 88th annual Chicago Thanksgiving Parade, which marches down the heart of downtown on State Street on November 24, 2022. This free family-friendly event is highly anticipated because of the exciting showcase of talented performers from … [Read more...] about Chicago Thanksgiving Parade
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Haunted Halsted Halloween Parade
The ultimate Chicago Halloween celebration kicks off with the 25th Annual Haunted Halsted Halloween Parade and costume contest on October 31, 2022. Throw together your most creative, witty costume for the dramatic spectacle of the Haunted Halsted Halloween Parade. Prepare to see creatures, … [Read more...] about Haunted Halsted Halloween Parade
Bud Billiken Parade
Head to the Bronzeville neighborhood to witness the second largest parade in the U.S. after the Rose Bowl; the historic Bud Billiken Parade celebrates 93 years of African American music, pageantry and community on August 13, 2022. Filled with over 200 elaborate marching bands, drill teams, … [Read more...] about Bud Billiken Parade
Chicago St. Patrick’s Day Parade
Chicago's extensive Irish history and heritage will be on glorious display at the downtown Chicago 2022 St. Patrick's Day Parade, at noon on Saturday, March 12, 2022. This annual event full of floats, music, dancing and fun, is one of the largest St. Patrick's Day celebrations in the … [Read more...] about Chicago St. Patrick’s Day Parade
Logan Square Halloween Parade Oct 24
Logan Square Halloween Parade Oct 24 When: Sunday, October 24, 2021, 5:00pm-7:00pm Marching begins at 5:30PM. Where: Illinois Centennial Memorial Column at Logan Square,3200 W Logan Boulevard and surrounding traffic island (Kedzie/Milwaukee/Logan Boulevard). March around Logan Square The … [Read more...] about Logan Square Halloween Parade Oct 24
Chicago Columbus Day Parade October 11
Chicago Columbus Day Parade October 11 The Columbus Day Parade celebrates the historic voyage of Christopher Columbus to America and Italian-American culture. When: Monday, October 11,2021. Parade steps off at 1:00PM. The festivities begin with a 9am mass at the Shrine of Our Lady of … [Read more...] about Chicago Columbus Day Parade October 11
Chicago St. Patrick’s Day Events
Where to drink on St. Patrick's Day in Chicago Dyeing the Chicago River The dyeing will be on Saturday, March 14, 2020 at 9:00am on the Chicago River from Columbus Drive to State Street. It can be best viewed from the following bridges - Columbus, Michigan Ave., Wabash and State Street. … [Read more...] about Chicago St. Patrick’s Day Events
Chicago Disability Pride Parade July 24
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Chicago Disability Pride Parade July 24 When: Saturday, July 24, 2021, 11:00AM-1PM Parade steps off. Post-parade program at Daley Plaza begins at 12:30 PM. Where: Plymouth and Van Buren (Plymouth is one block east of Dearborn). The parade starts at Plymouth Ct, and Van Buren. … [Read more...] about Chicago Disability Pride Parade July 24
Chicago Pride Parade October 3 Canceled
Chicago Pride Parade. Gird your loins ladies and gentleman the annual Chicago Pride Parade is happening and includes a million exuberant souls celebrating pride. Great people watching. When: Sunday, October 3, 2021 12noon. The parade lasts 3 hours. Events continue on into the … [Read more...] about Chicago Pride Parade October 3 Canceled
Chicago Memorial Day Parade May 28
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Chicago Memorial Day Parade honors all men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice in defense of our country. The Wreath Laying Ceremony will begin at 11am at the Eternal Flame on Daley Plaza (Dearborn and Washington Streets). When: Saturday, May 28, 2022, 12:00PM Parade steps … [Read more...] about Chicago Memorial Day Parade May 28
Polish Constitution Day Parade May 7
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Polish Constitution Day Parade May 7 When: Saturday, May 7, 2022, Parade steps off at 11:30AM-1PM Where: On Columbus Drive from Balbo Drive to Monroe St. This parade celebrates the first democratic constitution in Europe (1791) and second in the world only to the United States … [Read more...] about Polish Constitution Day Parade May 7
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