CHICAGO — The Magnificent Mile Lights Festival and Parade transformed Michigan Avenue from a bustling shopping destination into a showcase of true holiday wonder on Saturday for the 34th year. This ...

Chicago shines bright during the holidays, and nothing kicks off the season like the Wintrust Magnificent Mile Lights Festival! North Michigan Avenue will come alive with the festival in less than a ...

The Wintrust Magnificent Mile Lights Festival and Parade will return for a 34th year this weekend. The event is set for the weekend before Thanksgiving, Nov. 22, featuring Mickey and Minnie Mouse from ...

CHICAGO, IL — The Wintrust Magnificent Mile Lights Festival® returns for its 34th year with an all-new celebration of creativity, community, and holiday spirit under the theme “Chicago Shines Bright.” ...

CHICAGO (WLS) -- Safety is a concern for the nearly 1 million people expected to gather for the Magnificent Mile Lights Festival on Saturday. Authorities say there is no specific threat targeting the ...

Shamus Toomey, Editor in Chief and co-founder of Block Club Chicago, joins Wendy Snyder (in for Bob Sirott) to share the latest Chicago neighborhood stories. Shamus has details on: Plain White T’s To ...

The 34th annual Wintrust Magnificent Mile Lights Festival returns on Saturday, November 22, filling Chicago’s iconic avenue with holiday wonder, glowing lights, and the joyful kickoff to the season.

The Wintrust Magnificent Mile Lights Festival and Parade has returned for a 34th year. The event happens the weekend before Thanksgiving, featuring Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse from Walt Disney World ...

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Wintrust Magnificent Mile Lights Festival and Parade Preview Wednesday, December 10, 2025 2:43PM ...