From Chicago Sun-Times · · 1m 20s
Chicago Thanksgiving Parade Starts an Hour Earlier
Chicago Thanksgiving Parade begins at 7:45 a.m. for first time in 92 years.
In brief
Chicago Thanksgiving Parade begins at 7:45 a.m. for first time in 92 years. Chicago Thanksgiving Parade starts an hour earlier than usual for the first time in 92 years to broadcast ahead of Bears game. Originally reported by Chicago Sun-Times.
Parade Start Time Change
Chicago Thanksgiving Parade begins at 7:45 a.m. for first time in 92 years.
Television Broadcast Schedule
Television broadcast starts at 8 a.m. on CBS Chicago ahead of Bears game.
Grand Marshal Announcement
Charles 'Peanut' Tillman, former Bears cornerback, named grand marshal.
Grand Marshal Background
Tillman won Walter Payton NFL Man of the Year in 2013 and popularized 'Peanut Punch'.
Honored Guest
Jake Connelly, 14-year-old actor from Arlington Heights, joins as honored guest.
Parade Route Details
Parade runs Thursday, Nov. 26, along State Street from Ida B. Wells Drive to Randolph Street.
Admission and Activities
Admission is free with over 80 entries including giant balloons and performances.
New Attractions
New attractions include Cookie Monster balloon and Santa Claus sleigh.
Event Changes
New start time eliminates one hour of stage performances before broadcast.
Parade Participants
14 giant balloons, seven marching bands, five local bands, six equestrian units, 15 performances.
The essence
Chicago Thanksgiving Parade starts an hour earlier than usual for the first time in 92 years to broadcast ahead of Bears game.
