Holiday Warm-Up
Where Chicago|November 2019
The holiday season is officially here! Once Thanksgiving rolls around, it’s all systems go for tree lighting ceremonies, holiday markets and other festive delights opening this month.
Holiday Warm-Up

MAGNIFICENT MILE LIGHTS FEST

Every year, revelers line up along Michigan Avenue (aka the Magnificent Mile) to take part in this annual free tree lighting parade, led by Mickey and Minnie Mouse, that illuminates more than 1 million bulbs by the time it’s done. While the parade takes place November 23, the festivities kick off a day prior on November 22 with family-friendly activities at Lights Festival Lane. www.themagnificentmile.com

CITY OF CHICAGO TREE LIGHTING

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