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The Magnificent Mile Lights Festival
Your holiday cheer starts here! The Wintrust Magnificent Mile Lights Festival® is Saturday, November 22nd!
Come feel the magic of this dazzling holiday parade, brought to you by Wintrust,
and presented by Enjoy Illinois and Chicagoland Kia Dealers.
For thirty-three years, The Wintrust Magnificent Mile Lights Festival® has been an exciting and joy-filled holiday celebration. The centerpiece is the largest nighttime parade in the United States. The spectacular 2025 parade down North Michigan Avenue will feature Grand Marshals Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse of Walt Disney World® Resort, fabulous floats with beloved friends from Walt Disney World® Resort, marching bands from across the country, musical celebrities, Santa Claus, The Wintrust Fireworks Spectacular, and one million lights illuminating The Magnificent Mile’s 200+ trees.
For information on more events like this, check out our roundup of Places to See Santa.
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