A massive celebration is underway this weekend as the annual Mexican Independence Day Parade steps off in Chicago’s Little Village neighborhood on Saturday.
A massive celebration is underway this weekend as the annual Mexican Independence Day Parade steps off in Chicago's Little Village neighborhood on Saturday.
This year's celebration holds particular significance, as the parade coincides with the actual date of Mexican Independence Day, continuing a weekend of citywide celebrations.has you covered as the exclusive broadcasting partner for the 2023 parade. Beginning at noon, this year's parade is under the"Tu Mexico, Tu Chicago," the parade promises to be a captivating journey through the diverse tapestry of Mexican identity and culture. Each Mexican state will be represented, showcasing the various traditions and cultural expressions that thrive not only in Little Village but throughout the city of Chicago and beyond.
Feeling out of the loop? We'll catch you up on the Chicago news you need to know. Sign up for the weeklyAdding to the excitement and cultural richness of the parade, the Little Village Chamber of Commerce selected Penelope Menchaca, host of Telemundo’s popular national morning news and entertainment program “Hoy Día”, as the Parade Marshal for the 2023 event.
The event is one of the Midwest's largest parades, bringing over 400,000 participants, residents, and visitors along the two-and-a-half-mile business corridor. Attendees can expect a spectacular display of vibrantly colored floats, the melodious sounds of mariachi bands and mesmerizing folkloric dances.
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