Magnificent mile parade kicks-off holiday

Maria Camacho and Jessica Ramos

 

The BMO Harris Bank celebrated its 25th annual Magnificent Mile Lights Festival in Chicago on Saturday, November 19, 2016. The parade began on Oak Street and ended with fireworks over the Chicago River at North Michigan Avenue. Some popular attractions included Grand Marshal Mickey Mouse and friends from Walt Disney World Resort. Spectators also enjoyed seeing Chicago Cubs World Series MVP Ben Zobrist and his wife, Juliana.  Performances included Grammy-winning singer Kurt Elling and acrobats. Pedestrians enjoyed free popcorn, cheesecake, inflatable ornaments and other goodies from stores around town.