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Lights Festival

The Lights Festival returns on Friday, Saturday, November 21, 2020. Check out the latest announcement:

ABC 7 Chicago, The Magnificent Mile Association, BMO Harris and Walt Disney World Resort will kick off the holiday season with a special broadcast celebration of the BMO Harris Bank Magnificent Mile Lights Festival.” Although there will not be a live parade this year, ABC 7 promises an hour of exciting performances, Disney surprises, and magical moments capped off with the thrilling illumination of trees that line Chicago’s Magnificent Mile.

ABC 7’s Cheryl Burton and Alan Krashesky will serve as hosts. The holiday special will air on ABC 7 on Saturday, November 21st, 6 - 7 PM.

Can’t see it live?

Each year, the BMO Harris Bank Magnificent Mile Lights Festival is scheduled to air in more than 90% of the country...

Where Your Holidays Begin...

Check back soon for more information about the holiday season, including special offers and a Schedule of Events around The Magnificent Mile district!

Family friendly activities in Lights Festival Lane

A grand Tree-Lighting Parade down Michigan Avenue marshaled by Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse from Walt Disney World Resort in Florida

Fireworks Spectacular show over the Chicago River

The best holiday shopping

ABC7 Chicago’s broadcast of the tree-lighting parade airs in more than 90% of the United States, so viewers can relive the magic throughout the holiday season!

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