Turn Thanksgiving into a Chicago Getaway with The Godfrey Hotel
Make the parade part of a holiday getaway with The Godfrey Hotel Chicago, an official 2026 parade partner offering a festive stay with pumpkin spice cookies and caramel apples.
Thanksgiving morning on State Street is worth building a trip around. This year, The Godfrey Hotel Chicago is inviting parade fans to turn that morning of music, giant balloons and holiday excitement into a weekend getaway.
An official partner of the 2026 Chicago Thanksgiving Parade, The Godfrey is celebrating the season with a festive hotel package featuring fall treats like pumpkin spice cookies and caramel apples. It is a sweet way to settle into the holiday and make your Chicago visit feel like a celebration from the start.
Whether you are traveling to cheer on a marching band, gathering with family or planning a holiday stay in the city, an overnight visit gives you more time to enjoy the occasion. Arrive before Thanksgiving morning, make time for the parade and leave room in your plans for a little more Chicago.
The 92nd Chicago Thanksgiving Parade takes place Thursday, November 26, 2026. The procession steps off at 7:45 a.m. at Ida B. Wells Drive and travels north on State Street to Randolph Street, with forward motion continuing until 10 a.m. Free public viewing is available along the route, so plan to arrive early and bundle up for the morning.
Giant helium balloons, marching bands, cultural performers, floats and Santa Claus will help bring the holiday to life. The live broadcast airs on CBS Chicago from 8 to 10 a.m. CT, sharing the celebration with families watching from across the city and beyond.
Make State Street part of your Thanksgiving plans, then enjoy a festive stay with a hotel helping support the celebration. Explore The Godfrey’s Thanksgiving package through the booking link below and select your preferred dates to review rates and availability.
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