Chicago Thanksgiving Parade Marching Band Event

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Chicago Thanksgiving Parade Marching Band Program

Welcome to Chicago! What better stage for your national debut than this world-class city? In the Chicago Thanksgiving Parade, you will strut your stuff down historic State Street and past the Christmas tree in Daley Center Plaza, at the heart of this unique city. Experience the thrill of marching down streets packed with excited spectators, and feel the TV cameras on you as your friends and family cheer you on at home. Now accepting applications for the Nov 2024 and 2025 parades!
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Package Inclusions

Your Chicago Thanksgiving Parade package includes:

  • Performance in the Chicago Thanksgiving Parade
  • Elegant Dinner and Dance Party
  • Access to nationally known adjudicators
  • Quality hotel accommodations
  • Commemorative patch
  • One free base package for every 50 participants
  • Rehearsals with nationally renowned band directors
  • Specially arranged music and CD for pre-trip rehearsals
  • Director’s gift and souvenir for every participant
  • Academic credit opportunities for students
  • Professional development for directors
  • Medical, accident, and liability insurance coverage

Note: Your Performing Travel Specialist will provide information for additional application process through official parade committee.

Overview Video

Chicago Thanksgiving Parade Band Overview Video

 

Your adventure, day by day

Day 1 : Welcome to Chicago!
Hotel Check In

Check in to your hotel and then get ready for a great evening.

Director’s Reception Elegant Dinner & Dance Party

Enjoy the Director's Reception where you will meet the other directors. Follow the reception with an Elegant Dinner and Dance party.

Day 2 : Parade Day!
Happy Thanksgiving

March through the heart of the city as part of the Chicago Thanksgiving Parade.

Explore Chicago

The afternoon and evening are free to enjoy some fun in Chicago, such as the Skydeck at Willis Tower, the Art Institute of Chicago, or shopping along Michigan Avenue.

Day 3 : Explore the Windy City!
Tour the sights

Visit the famous Shedd Aquarium, explore the Field Museum of Natural History, or take a boat tour on Lake Michigan. Chicago is full of performances to attend as well, like Blue Man Group, ComedySportz, or many theater productions.

Optional Performance

You may also choose to select an additional performance opportunity today.

Day 4 : Experience All Chicago has to Offer...
Explore Chicago

After a good night’s rest, enjoy Chicago a bit more before heading home! Or, extend your stay for another day or two to maximize your Chicago experience.

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