McDonald's Thanksgiving Parade November 25, 2010

Millions are invited to celebrate Thanksgiving Day amidst gigantic airborne balloons, stunning equestrian units, the nation’s top marching bands, expertly-choreographed dance troupes and the best in varied cultural entertainment. This year’s McDonald’s® Thanksgiving Parade will take place LIVE on State Street in downtown Chicago on Thanksgiving Day, Thursday, November 25, from 8 to 11 a.m. (CST) For those not in Chicago – or stuck in the kitchen preparing the big meal – the festivities will be broadcast live for three hours on WGN 9 Chicago and WGN America TV stations.
Starting off the McDonald’s Thanksgiving Parade will be a lively performance by Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey, joined by other crowd favorites including Honorary Grand Marshal, Ronald McDonald®, Chicago’s favorite fun-loving bird and Parade mascot, Teddy Turkey and an appearance by Santa Claus.