McDonald’s® 2010 Thanksgiving Parade in Chicago

Santa Claus, Ronald McDonald, and a cast of thousands bring the 77th Annual McDonald's Thanksgiving Parade to State Street on Thanksgiving Day from 8:30am to 11:00 am. Whether you're moving to the beat of the marching bands, enjoying the gigantic inflatable helium balloons making their way down the street, or waving at the talented entertainers spreading holiday cheer from their decorative floats, there is fun for everyone at Chicago’s largest holiday parade.

The Grand Marshall of the parade will be actress Jennifer Beals, a Chicago native.  The parade will be broadcast live locally on WGN and nationally on WGN America.  It will also be rebroadcast from 1 – 4pm on CLTV.

Date:  Thursday, November 25

Hours:  8am – 11am

Location:  State Street from Congress to Randolph, Chicago

Admission:  Free

If you’re willing to pay for it, you can enjoy the VIP experience, with general admission seating to the best view of the floats and the only spot where spectators can see the stage performances, featuring a brand-new parade opening by Ringling Brothers and Barnum & Bailey. Your paid admission includes entry into the VIP area and a light continental breakfast.  For more information, click here.

For more information on the parade, click here.