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.” ...

Wintrust Magnificent Mile Lights Festival and Parade Preview Wednesday, December 10, 2025 ...

The holiday festivities continued Saturday evening with the Magnificent Mile Lights Festival parade and fireworks showcase in Chicago's downtown. Chicago police now remain in the Loop, with 1,000 ...

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 is the the weekend before Thanksgiving, featuring Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse from Walt Disney World ...

A day after multiple shootings occurred in the hours after Chicago’s Christmas tree was illuminated, beefed-up police presence was observed in downtown. Another unofficial kickoff to the holiday ...

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