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Was the 2013 Chicago Thanksgiving Parade a Turkey?

Was this year's 80th Annual Thanksgiving Parade up to Chicago standards or was it a turkey? One parade-goer thinks the latter and will never go to another Chicago Thanksgiving parade. Show Me Chicago is a big fan of everything Chicago. We showcase the city's outstanding theater, dining, museums, parks, art, neighborhoods, festivals and events and... Read more »

By Carole Kuhrt Brewer,
November 30, 2013 at 10:58 am • 

Thanksgiving Parade Chicago 2012: Who, What, When, and Where.

CHICAGO, Tuesday, November 20, 2012. Seventy-nine and counting…the 79th Annual McDonald’s® Thanksgiving Parade is coming to town this Thanksgiving, Thursday, November 22.  The highly-anticipated event kicks off the holiday season with Santa Claus, sky-high balloons, dazzling equestrian units, some of the nation’s top marching bands, talented dance troupes and a variety of cultural acts.  The... Read more »

By Carole Kuhrt Brewer,
November 20, 2012 at 11:49 am • 

Chicago 2011 Holiday Events on Show Me Chicago: Thanksgiving Day Parade, Mag Mile Lighting Festival, Christkindlmarket and more.

Get your calendars ready, Chicago, for a blizzard of events planned for the 2011-12 holiday season.  The activities kick off on November 5 with the 104th lighting of the Great Tree at Macy’s and continue through January 8, 2012.  Highlights, dates and times are listed below. Macy’s on State Street: 104th Great Tree Lighting. November... Read more »

By Carole Kuhrt Brewer,
October 26, 2011 at 9:58 am • 

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