Chicago · every August

Bud Billiken Parade 2026

The nation's largest African American parade, held on Chicago's South Side every August since 1929 and second in size only to the Rose Parade. Marching bands, drill teams, and floats roll down King Drive to sound the call for back-to-school, then the whole crowd moves into Washington Park for a festival of music, food, and family resources.

Usually held

August, every year

Where

King Drive to Washington Park, Chicago

Dates for the next edition are usually announced closer to August. Until then, see what's on this weekend in Chicago.