{"id":74030,"date":"2025-11-11T00:04:13","date_gmt":"2025-11-11T00:04:13","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/english.saigonbiz.com.vn\/2025\/11\/11\/chicago-shines-bright-at-the-34th-annual-wintrust-magnificent-mile-lights-festival-and-parade\/"},"modified":"2025-11-11T00:04:13","modified_gmt":"2025-11-11T00:04:13","slug":"chicago-shines-bright-at-the-34th-annual-wintrust-magnificent-mile-lights-festival-and-parade","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/english.saigonbiz.com\/vn\/chicago-shines-bright-at-the-34th-annual-wintrust-magnificent-mile-lights-festival-and-parade\/","title":{"rendered":"CHICAGO SHINES BRIGHT AT THE 34TH ANNUAL WINTRUST MAGNIFICENT MILE LIGHTS FESTIVAL AND PARADE"},"content":{"rendered":"<div>\n<p><em>Featuring performances by Plain White T\u2019s, DJ White Shadow, and Club Nouveau, with a free Plain White T\u2019s concert at 1PM in Pioneer Court kicking off a full day of holiday fun.<\/em><\/p>\n<p>Chicago, IL, Nov.  10, 2025  (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) &#8212; <strong><br \/>WHAT:<\/strong> <br \/>The Wintrust Magnificent Mile Lights Festival\u00ae is back to launch the holiday season the weekend before Thanksgiving, featuring Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse from <em>Walt Disney World<\/em>\u00ae Resort, illuminating North Michigan Ave. <\/p>\n<p><strong>WHERE:<\/strong> <\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Lights Festival Lane: Pioneer Court, 401 N. Michigan Ave., Chicago<\/li>\n<li>Parade: South on North Michigan Ave. from Oak St. to Wacker Dr.<\/li>\n<li>Fireworks Display: North Michigan Ave. and the Chicago River<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>WHEN:<\/strong> <\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Saturday, November 22, 2025<\/li>\n<li>11 am\u20134 pm CST: Lights Festival Lane<\/li>\n<li>5:30 pm\u20137:30 pm CST: Parade and Wintrust Fireworks Spectacular<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>COST: <\/strong>FREE | All activities are free and open to the public <br \/><strong>WEBSITE:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.globenewswire.com\/Tracker?data=uFvePk9ne8KD-KxhSfbijeo4zqHXrDyJFRa4123CY6ngdsr8kz7Y_MAVNyZXDt9qObz3SRSkrhJ3LKhTSfPpEvJql2a4tWgDl0zLret0B_dkWwXhbdtkH98DxQmX5Z6g\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"TheMagnificentMile.com\">TheMagnificentMile.com<\/a><\/p>\n<\/p>\n<p>CHICAGO, IL \u2014 The Wintrust Magnificent Mile Lights Festival\u00ae returns for its 34th year with an all-new celebration of creativity, community, and holiday spirit under the theme \u201cChicago Shines Bright.\u201d The weekend\u2019s festivities will illuminate Michigan Avenue on Saturday, November 22, with a full day of family-friendly activities leading up to the iconic evening parade.<\/p>\n<p align=\"left\">This mile-long, day-to-night celebration is the largest evening parade in the country and the third-largest parade overall. Headlined by Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse from Walt Disney World\u00ae Resort, the parade will feature dazzling floats, giant helium balloons, marching bands, celebrity appearances, live performances, Santa Claus, and the breathtaking Wintrust Fireworks Spectacular. <\/p>\n<p>The festival also marks the official start of the holiday season with the lighting of one million lights on more than 200 trees along North Michigan Avenue, a Chicago tradition that shines far beyond the city limits.<\/p>\n<p><strong>MUSICAL PERFORMANCES<\/strong> <br \/>This year\u2019s Lights Festival will feature an exciting lineup of Chicago talent and musical favorites performing along the parade route: <\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Plain White T\u2019s \u2013 Chicago\u2019s own GRAMMY-nominated band, best known for their global hit \u201cHey There Delilah,\u201d will perform live during the parade and give a free, acoustic performance earlier in the day at Lights Festival Lane.<\/li>\n<li>DJ White Shadow \u2013 GRAMMY-winning producer, songwriter and Chicago native will debut a new float designed as a celebration of Chicago music featuring live dancers and performers.<\/li>\n<li>Club Nouveau &#8211; American synth-soul group popular in the late 1980s and early 1990s known for the popular song \u201cLean on Me.\u201d<\/li>\n<li>5x GRAMMY-nominee and Chicago&#8217;s power-pop children&#8217;s music band Justin Roberts and the Not Ready for Naptime Players will open the Lights Festival Lane musical stage at 11 am and perform live during the parade.<\/li>\n<li>Performance by Voices of Liberty from EPCOT\u00ae at Walt Disney World\u00ae Resort \u2013 renowned a cappella group performing in their Dickens-inspired holiday attire \u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>The parade will also feature outstanding performers and top marching bands from across the country, including:<\/p>\n<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Leo High School Boys Choir \u2013 The acclaimed Chicago-based high school choir that made a run on <em>America\u2019s Got Talent <\/em><\/li>\n<li>Petoskey Steel Drum Band, Petoskey, MI (Sponsored by HDR)<\/li>\n<li>South Shore Drill Team, Chicago, IL (Sponsored by Fairmont Chicago Millennium Park)<\/li>\n<li>Crystal Lake Strikers Drumline, Crystal Lake, IL<\/li>\n<li>Uniting Voices Chicago, Chicago, IL \u2013 90 members (Sponsored by Wintrust)<\/li>\n<li>Cirque Wheel Jam, Chicago, IL (Sponsored by Navy Pier)<\/li>\n<li>Greendale High School Band, Greendale, WI \u2013 200 members<\/li>\n<li>West Seneca Marching Band, West Seneca, NY \u2013 72 members<\/li>\n<li>Anderson High School Marching Highlanders, Anderson, IN \u2013 81 members<\/li>\n<li>Hartselle High School Marching Band, Hartselle, AL \u2013 100 members<\/li>\n<li>Libertyville High School Marching Band, Libertyville, IL \u2013 103 members\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>PARADE HIGHLIGHTS <\/strong><\/p>\n<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Disney Favorites \u2013 Walt Disney World Resort\u00ae once again ushers in the holiday magic, bringing beloved characters and spectacular floats to celebrate \u201cThe Most Magical Place on Earth\u201d along North Michigan Avenue. <br \/>\u25cb Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse \u2013 Dressed in contemporary holiday outfits, Mickey and Minnie will appear atop a float celebrating the holidays at \u201cThe Most Magical Place on Earth\u201d. <br \/>\u25cb Goofy and Stitch \u2013 Goofy, in a festive holiday sweater, and Stitch, dressed as Santa, will ride atop the Holiday Garden float. <br \/>\u25cb Woody and Buzz Lightyear \u2013 The Toy Story duo ride aboard a bright red wagon overflowing with toys from Santa. <br \/>\u25cb Anna and Elsa \u2013 The royal sisters, dressed with their holiday outfits inspired by Olaf\u2019s Frozen Adventure, will glide in a frosted carriage.<\/li>\n<li>Matthew Hoffman \u2013 The Chicago artist behind the global You Are Beautiful movement has custom-designed a \u201cChicago Shines Bright\u201d sweater for this year\u2019s parade. He will join the celebration alongside participants wearing the sweaters, spreading messages of positivity, creativity, and community. A few lucky fans along the parade route will receive a free sweater.<\/li>\n<li>Enjoy Illinois\u2019 Big Lincoln giant helium balloon \u2013 This brand-new balloon will make its debut, bringing a larger-than-life version of Illinois\u2019 favorite son to the parade route.<\/li>\n<li>Grand Finale \u2013 Santa Claus arrives aboard Wintrust\u2019s Grand Finale float, followed by the Wintrust Fireworks Spectacular over the Chicago River at approximately 7:15 p.m.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p><strong>LIGHTS FESTIVAL LANE<\/strong> <br \/>From 11:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., families are invited to enjoy a full day of free, festive fun at Lights Festival Lane in Pioneer Court (401 N. Michigan Avenue). The outdoor celebration will feature live entertainment, music and family-friendly activities leading up to the parade.<\/p>\n<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Free Concert by Plain White T\u2019s (1pm) &#8211; Chicago\u2019s own GRAMMY-nominated band will perform a free, acoustic concert.<\/li>\n<li>Justin Roberts and the Not Ready for Naptime Players will kick-off the morning with a live set at 11am<\/li>\n<li>Leo High School Boys Choir will perform for fans at 2pm<\/li>\n<li>Performance by Voices of Liberty from EPCOT\u00ae at Walt Disney World\u00ae Resort<\/li>\n<li>&#8216;Twas the Night Before&#8230;by Cirque du Soleil \u2013 The acclaimed production is returning to The Chicago Theatre this holiday season and will bring special performances to Lights Festival Lane, showcasing the incredible acrobatics and festive energy that makes it a holiday favorite.<\/li>\n<li>Free Activities \u2013 Guests can take part in free activities such as Wintrust Photos with Santa and other various photo ops, cheesecake decorating with Eli\u2019s Cheesecake and more.\u00a0<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p align=\"left\"><strong>PARADE ROUTE<\/strong> <br \/>As many as one million parade-lovers and holiday revelers from throughout Chicagoland and around the country visit the North Michigan Avenue district annually to enjoy the parade and festival. The parade steps off from Oak Street on Michigan Avenue at 5:30 pm, traveling south to the Chicago River and then turning east on Wacker Drive, ending at Columbus Drive. Guests will line the east and west sides of North Michigan Avenue and the south side of Wacker Drive. <\/p>\n<p><strong>MAKE IT A WEEKEND<\/strong> <br \/>Extend the holiday magic by turning The Wintrust Magnificent Mile Lights Festival\u00ae into a full weekend getaway. Discover special hotel packages, savor festive dining experiences, and explore can\u2019t-miss attractions from partners like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.globenewswire.com\/Tracker?data=jF23PgnHJxr_pAGBto_eRzsbAH38aCN_SV5yfRso-RmYfecqAWW-9KyRgjjA0UxTgjLZSAyrdjznCi0TuWF-yx8FR8TSj_NET-bu1uZSJsH9lo-ix75vi0L1aplr2m3b3oIwvCU__kAIaoZZmegEqORYyhegqH-Sg-ftB3-PR0cbdJ5FGgdupYXY_bIIliZ0pyHDvQS9yPtPiOl0xe_H1g7oNB0RRKIY-m9ikoRLtZNv5zVN5pto3OO4I2mXHW0VFVME8e3fyO9UweTA-ShAN9wqoHTbyQ_E0lOLBri5vRy0Ss4pr3Lb0yBvvaCdGavB13cX7oDjIqOqWZBs4VpExPlQ59l6dpYrvDobH-IpsFl1ZPjYvaQfP0y-2xDHZ05z6wjrAqtPwgTo934XgfUuPbQc9s7KJQRqgia2wEtB-3KRGfdy50ZSLuYQg8aL2VFeXY-Hva_tYjR_ajk4pKnVRw==\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Fairmont Chicago Millennium Park\">Fairmont Chicago Millennium Park<\/a>. Find exclusive offers, seasonal experiences and more by downloading The Magnificent Mile Holiday Guide at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.globenewswire.com\/Tracker?data=wbxcd3S8TCFKbpOaRVB3I8c2DfpgZoA8a8SeloOHExS-1jnJjE9GfhZpnv70UkdimToXc16qmIf2B12c9BGdmtG9xiYFqYXifsj6isMfOkskGJEk5tTjqaiL8xdMWT1D7iMpyt3h_vAwrhiW0ysUww==\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"themagnificentmile.com\">themagnificentmile.com<\/a>. <\/p>\n<p><strong>WATCH FROM HOME<\/strong> <br \/>The parade will air on ABC7 Chicago and stream on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.globenewswire.com\/Tracker?data=JhCGXs6-Nzd-JywFTLPJyeu--cCxl4zJv6r2nJJfsMMBhgmwue8MoPmhwdPzOqkstxAO3hksS6hFPTp-ed3p2qGNnkEfewkXV46lP0oheNU=\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"abc7chicago.com\">abc7chicago.com<\/a> on Sunday, November 23rd, from 6-7 p.m., with additional local airings on December 7th and 14th, and on-demand access throughout the holidays at <a href=\"https:\/\/www.globenewswire.com\/Tracker?data=JhCGXs6-Nzd-JywFTLPJyTMWIkLiHELbdOXBSjVKqJGmmD1-VDcbjqH_nQ31Lf5q641APlJ0oWMTH8WVUW6gGBl0m5FfyKf47Lw2PrR1aIY=\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"abc7chicago.com\">abc7chicago.com<\/a>. It will also be syndicated in over 200 markets across the U.S. and Canada, hosted by Cheryl Burton, Ryan Chiaverini, Judy Hsu, and Hosea Sanders. <\/p>\n<p><strong>MEDIA + SOCIAL CHANNELS<\/strong> <br \/><a href=\"https:\/\/www.globenewswire.com\/Tracker?data=dHpqlwcl1szPnX-VaY17_V9jVOsQEA6RGl4M3Z9pooLl5hDDHf8--QtXt_iLPxQhEmYeCCzpUK7n5R5o0IL2GjjcMYz2lp6kJR9wnuV3PsxvWvDxwLYARj3fpzY7FmQ8M7-9HXUJka8cnKObE0GpzYG4sIrC_a1xaIPpHLx2Bsc=\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"Digital Toolkit (link)\">Digital Toolkit (link)<\/a><br \/>Official Hashtag: #WintrustLightsFest | Facebook: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.globenewswire.com\/Tracker?data=751cnObvXMlnFTYwwPZJi4gX8fRToxCM4tSM2zK2EpBs4UF9P_Tfj7yfwZJner8eSy2S8FJGBraMYn1G2Nxisk53DANhiJ5NfMTeJuWyoUHjwDCp6Y255ATgrXKf1MoVc3RZEY3ePj8j_v6dH4S0U-zUfpdJHhxoFLUq3Peh8ns=\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"The Magnificent Mile (Facebook.com\/MagnificentMile)\">The Magnificent Mile (Facebook.com\/MagnificentMile)<\/a> X: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.globenewswire.com\/Tracker?data=HF7lczJixXOLPtEM974O0TZybwEuE6gd6bMqhHo3svEFMXryYLz9ELgtxFOzi5-M8-e98mfEhM7n1RND9v3yLA==\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"@TheMagMile\">@TheMagMile<\/a> | Instagram: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.globenewswire.com\/Tracker?data=HF7lczJixXOLPtEM974O0Xz67F1jg5WStHDITlh3heMFMFMIM96V0L_xHD9OmDzQohEP66UZkNrn1d4JTIe3M91Z58mWCev7ZnnJcCONIzM=\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"@TheMagMile\">@TheMagMile<\/a> | Website: <a href=\"https:\/\/www.globenewswire.com\/Tracker?data=uFvePk9ne8KD-KxhSfbijeo4zqHXrDyJFRa4123CY6k31shfbClkPKmhAPMVwQSJMgGwqLrv-5EjqUMRWnuXbdaMmEbQEKHAPqHW-KJjVJOCQM0jH0BQ7EveeA60fDaJv8KWZwNMEE0rMmL77EYd5g==\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"TheMagnificentMile.com\">TheMagnificentMile.com<\/a><\/p>\n<p align=\"center\">\u00a0# # #<\/p>\n<p>\u00a0<br \/><strong>ABOUT THE MAGNIFICENT MILE ASSOCIATION<\/strong><br \/>Producer of The Wintrust Magnificent Mile Lights Festival\u00ae, The Magnificent Mile Association is a private, non-profit membership organization with a mission of preserving, promoting, and enhancing one of Chicago\u2019s most unique neighborhoods. The organization represents 700 members, including retailers, hotels, restaurants, popular attractions, and commercial, institutional, and residential properties. For more information, visit <a href=\"https:\/\/www.globenewswire.com\/Tracker?data=YYputpMJ7nwOYz7gRmCkxEuh-0Rc2IoojRK-hs2XG0ejK9uop2qj7f7AaY8w9WByhLDLuboDjuvSJTSBwywO3SERWV9JAc-3MoH3pQZ2N7g3W3jMsizOIV9NnrnwIPofQf_0u6W0-Rnsx1D9VjYqKA==\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"www.themagnificentmileassociation.com\">www.themagnificentmileassociation.com<\/a>. <\/p>\n<p><strong>ABOUT WINTRUST<\/strong><br \/>Wintrust is a financial holding company with $69.6 billion in assets whose common stock is traded on the NASDAQ Global Select Market. Guided by its \u201cDifferent Approach, Better Results\u00ae\u201d philosophy, Wintrust offers the sophisticated resources of a large bank while providing a community banking experience to each customer. Wintrust operates more than 200 retail banking locations through 16 community bank subsidiaries in the greater Chicago, southern Wisconsin, west Michigan, northwest Indiana, and southwest Florida market areas. In addition, Wintrust operates various non-bank business units, providing residential mortgage origination, wealth management, commercial and life insurance premium financing, short-term accounts receivable financing\/outsourced administrative services to the temporary staffing services industry, and qualified intermediary services for tax-deferred exchanges. For more information, please visit<a href=\"https:\/\/www.globenewswire.com\/Tracker?data=D4EjQVajAxhFTjHIXuJll0_D50RGWFj0ZkO5NFF2nyE1RXY-vBpdvwdIa5neWLqCxSbRBwhWWpmguIOrITL8R0xj00OfA6JMVfWk2x5sSkw=\" rel=\"nofollow\" target=\"_blank\" title=\"wintrust.com\"> wintrust.com<\/a>. <\/p>\n<p><strong>ABOUT <em>Walt Disney World <\/em>Resort\u00ae<\/strong> <br \/><em>Walt Disney World<\/em> Resort\u00ae is a world-class entertainment and recreation destination featuring four of the most popular theme parks from around the globe, two thrilling water parks, nearly 29,000 hotel rooms, a sports complex, four golf courses, and Disney Springs\u2014a metropolis of shopping, dining, and entertainment. Since 1971, Walt Disney World has focused on delivering legendary guest service and one-of-a-kind experiences that make it the largest and most visited theme park destination in the world, where families create magical memories. 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