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Wintrust Magnificent Mile Lights Festival
Saturday, November 21, 2026 · 11:00 AM
Pioneer Court and North Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL
AT A GLANCE
- Date & time
- Saturday, November 21, 2026 · 11:00 AM
- Location
- Pioneer Court and North Michigan Avenue, Chicago, IL · North Michigan Avenue from Oak Street to Wacker Drive, Chicago, IL
- Admission
- Free
- Parking / transit
- CTA and Metra are strongly recommended because of Michigan Avenue street closures.
- Organizer
- The Magnificent Mile Association
The Wintrust Magnificent Mile Lights Festival launches Chicago’s holiday season with activities at Lights Festival Lane, followed by the evening parade along North Michigan Avenue.
The free celebration begins at 11 a.m.; the parade steps off at 5:30 p.m. and concludes with fireworks near the Chicago River.
MAKE YOUR WAY THERE
Route & location
Pioneer Court and North Michigan AvenueNorth Michigan Avenue from Oak Street to Wacker Drive, Chicago, IL
Check the organizer’s route and entry points before heading out.