Chicago Thanksgiving Parade marches down State Street

CHICAGO (WLS) -- Chicago is celebrating the holiday with the Thanksgiving parade downtown Thursday.

Crowds lined up along State Street in the Loop to catch all the action.

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One hundred marching bands, floats, equestrian groups, and other performers are taking part.

The parade stepped off at 8 a.m. and travels north on State Street from Ida B Wells to Randolph.

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This year marks the 90th anniversary of the Thanksgiving Parade in the city.