PERFORM IN THE 2026 PARADE

Thursday, November 26, 2026

8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. CT

State Street, From Ida B. Wells Drive to Randolph
Downtown Chicago

BROADCAST LIVE ON

Encore presentation on

  • Perform in the 2026 Parade

    A Call for the Nation’s Top Performers: You Can Perform in the 2026 Chicago Thanksgiving Parade

  • Volunteer for the 2026 Chicago Thanksgiving Parade

    Volunteer applications are now open for the 2026 Chicago Thanksgiving Parade.

  • VIP Experience is on sale NOW!

    Become an Individual Sponsor of the Parade and sit in the TV Zone this Thanksgiving!

GO BEHIND THE SCENES

Learn more about what it takes to put together the Chicago Thanksgiving Parade during this exclusive JBTV Podcast special where host Jerry Bryant interviews Phil Purevich, the Managing Director of the Chicago Thanksgiving Parade, who’s been with the event for over 25 years! Dive into the rich history of this iconic parade, learn how Phil rose to his current position, and get a rare glimpse into what it takes to run such a massive celebration. Enjoy fun stories and an exclusive reporting-style segment featuring parade volunteers in action as they set up the 2022 parade.