The 90th annual Chicago Thanksgiving Parade kicks off Thursday morning.
The parade – featuring marching bands, floats, equestrian units and performers – travels up State Street from Ida B. Wells Drive to Randolph Street.
Here’s key things to know about the parade and how to watch it.
What time does the Chicago Thanksgiving Parade start?
The parade starts at 8 a.m. CST.
How can I watch from home?
This year, the parade will livestreamed on Pluto TV.
What’s the weather going to be like?
Mostly sunny, with a high near 37, according to the National Weather Service.
Who will be there?
Special guests for Chicago Thanksgiving Parade this year include: Lynn Whitfield, who received an Emmy for her role in The Josephine Baker Story (1991) and currently appears in The Chi; and performances by country music stars Reyna Roberts and Donnie Lee Strickland.
The hosts for this year’s parade are Rock 95.5 personalities: Angi Taylor Morning Show host Marris and late night show host Maria Palmer.
