Celebrity guests, icons announced for America’s Thanksgiving Parade Presented by Gardner White
The Parade Company has announced its line-up of celebrity guests and recognized icons that will appear for America’s Thanksgiving Parade presented by Gardner White live on Woodward Avenue on Thanksgiving morning.
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Battle of the Bands 2020 winner
You voted for your favorite high school marching band that performed during “America’s Thanksgiving Parade presented by Gardner-White” and it was a very close race -- your support was impressive this year. The results are in, and the winner of the Battle of the Bands is...St. Clair High School Marching Saints! The Parade Company will present the trophy pictured below to the Marching Saints. Battle of the Bands Winner Trophy (The Parade Company)Thanks to everyone who voted and the marching bands for all their hard work that made this year’s parade such a fun event. Another big thanks to The Parade Company for providing the trophy as they do each year.
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Watch: Santa Claus visits Detroit for 2020 America’s Thanksgiving Parade with special message
Santa visited the city, as he always does on Thanksgiving, but this time was even more special. Watch the special moment above. More coverage: America’s Thanksgiving Parade special sectionView more Parade Floats here. “Santa is not going to be spreading any infections to anybody,” said Fauci, the nation’s leading infectious disease expert. “(He) is exempt from this because Santa, of all the good qualities, has a lot of good innate immunity.”Read more here.
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Tina Marie School of Dance turkeys perform at 2020 America’s Thanksgiving Parade
Copyright 2020 by WDIV ClickOnDetroit - All rights reserved. The Tina Marie School of Dance turkeys performed at the 2020 America’s Thanksgiving Parade in Detroit. If you need help with the Public File, call (313) 222-0566.
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Tina Marie School of Dance turkeys perform at 2020 America’s Thanksgiving Parade
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Saint Clair High School Marching Saints band performs at 2020 America’s Thanksgiving Parade
Copyright 2020 by WDIV ClickOnDetroit - All rights reserved. Watch the Saint Clair High School Marching Saints band perform at the 2020 America’s Thanksgiving Parade in Detroit. If you need help with the Public File, call (313) 222-0566.
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Chippewa Valley High School Big Reds Marching Band performs at 2020 America’s Thanksgiving Parade
Copyright 2020 by WDIV ClickOnDetroit - All rights reserved. Watch the Chippewa Valley High School Big Reds Marching Band perform at the 2020 America’s Thanksgiving Parade in Detroit. Published: November 26, 2020, 11:25 am Updated: November 26, 2020, 11:44 amPublished: November 26, 2020, 11:25 am Updated: November 26, 2020, 11:44 amIf you need help with the Public File, call (313) 222-0566.
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View: ‘From Virtual to Reality ... Here For It All’ float at 2020 America’s Thanksgiving Parade
Here is the “From Virtual to Reality ... Here For It All” float at the 2020 America’s Thanksgiving Parade in Detroit. More coverage: America’s Thanksgiving Parade special sectionView more Parade Floats here.
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Monroe High School Trojan Marching Band performs at 2020 America’s Thanksgiving Parade
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View: Creating Tomorrow Together float at 2020 America’s Thanksgiving Parade
Copyright 2020 by WDIV ClickOnDetroit - All rights reserved. Here is Ford’s “Creating Tomorrow Together” float at the 2020 America’s Thanksgiving Parade in Detroit. If you need help with the Public File, call (313) 222-0566.
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Carlson High School Marching Marauder Band performs at 2020 America’s Thanksgiving Parade
Copyright 2020 by WDIV ClickOnDetroit - All rights reserved. Watch the Carlson High School Marching Marauder Band perform here. Published: November 26, 2020, 10:27 am Updated: November 26, 2020, 10:41 amPublished: November 26, 2020, 10:27 am Updated: November 26, 2020, 10:41 amIf you need help with the Public File, call (313) 222-0566.
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Tina Marie School of Dance elves help open 2020 America’s Thanksgiving Parade in Detroit
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LIVE COVERAGE: 2020 America’s Thanksgiving Parade in Detroit
DETROIT – “America’s Thanksgiving Parade presented by Gardner-White,” a holiday tradition that originates from Downtown Detroit, will be a TV and online-only event this year on Local 4 and ClickOnDetroit. Themed “We Are One Together,” this year’s parade will honor frontline workers and heroes of the COVID-19 crisis. TV Schedule:6 a.m. to 8 a.m. -- “Local 4 News Today: Special Thanksgiving Edition”8 a.m. to 9 a.m. -- “America’s Thanksgiving Parade Preview with Live in the D.”9 a.m. to Noon -- “America’s Thanksgiving Parade presented by Gardner-White”Watch Live Coverage:PRIZES!! WHAT YOU’LL SEE:The parade will include floats, performers, helium balloons and Santa. Viewers will see both recorded and live elements hosted by WDIV-Local 4′s Devin Scillian, Kimberly Gill, Rhonda Walker and Evrod Cassimy.
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Interview with Todd Nissen of Ford Motor Company Fund about America’s Thanksgiving Parade partnership
Todd Nissen is the director of communications for Ford Motor Company Fund. He joined us this Thanksgiving to talk about the fund’s partnership with “America’s Thanksgiving Parade.”Watch here. More coverage: America’s Thanksgiving Parade special section
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Check out ‘From Virtual to Reality ... Here For It All’ float from Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan is embracing the virtual shift amid the pandemic. Here’s an interview with CEO Dan Loepp about their new float in the 2020 America’s Thanksgiving Parade. More coverage: America’s Thanksgiving Parade special section
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LIVE STREAM: 2020 America’s Thanksgiving Parade in Detroit
DETROIT – “America’s Thanksgiving Parade presented by Gardner-White,” a holiday tradition that originates from Downtown Detroit, will be a TV and online-only event this year on Local 4 and ClickOnDetroit. Themed “We Are One Together,” this year’s parade will honor frontline workers and heroes of the COVID-19 crisis. TV Schedule:6 a.m. to 8 a.m. -- “Local 4 News Today: Special Thanksgiving Edition”8 a.m. to 9 a.m. -- “America’s Thanksgiving Parade Preview with Live in the D.”9 a.m. to Noon -- “America’s Thanksgiving Parade presented by Gardner-White”Watch Live Coverage:PRIZES!! WHAT YOU’LL SEE:The parade will include floats, performers, helium balloons and Santa. Viewers will see both recorded and live elements hosted by WDIV-Local 4′s Devin Scillian, Kimberly Gill, Rhonda Walker and Evrod Cassimy.
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2020 America’s Thanksgiving Parade: What to expect Thursday morning
DETROIT – We are hours away from the virtual America’s Thanksgiving Parade Thursday morning -- one of many things that will be different from past years. “It’s going to be enjoyable and it’s going to give people the opportunity to wake up on Thanksgiving morning and feel great,” said Tony Michaels, CEO and president of the Parade Company. The theme of the parade is “We Are One Together” -- a tribute to frontline workers and heroes of the COVID-19 pandemic. “The Grand Marshals this year are nine different people representing nine industries that were on the frontline and continue to be on the frontline,” Michaels said. Thanksgiving Morning Lineup:6 a.m. to 8 a.m. -- “Local 4 News Today: Special Thanksgiving Edition”8 a.m. to 9 a.m. -- “America’s Thanksgiving Parade Preview with Live in the D.”9 a.m. to Noon -- “America’s Thanksgiving Parade presented by Gardner-White”
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Musicians Can Win $2,500 - Tune In To Somerset Collection Contest
Here’s your chance to win $2,500! So many local musicians are missing the stage and performing. This holiday season working musicians won’t be entertaining at holiday parties, corporate events, or at their local music venues. Somerset Collection is thrilled to support Detroit musicians by holding the Tune Into Somerset Collection contest. Somerset is looking for piano players, harpists, guitarists and more to perform during the holidays safely for mallgoers.
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Quiz: Test your Parade knowledge!
And this year “America’s Thanksgiving Parade presented by Gardner-White” will be a televised and online-only event. So, dust up on your Parade facts and prove to your family and friends that you are the ultimate fan! Take this quiz and see if you truly know what makes The Parade Company and Detroit’s “America’s Thanksgiving Parade” so special. “America’s Thanksgiving Parade presented by Gardner-White” can only be seen on Local 4 and ClickOnDetroit.com (you can watch online from anywhere in the world!). Learn more about WDIV Insider - and sign up here!
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2020 America’s Thanksgiving Parade: Here’s what to know
“America’s Thanksgiving Parade presented by Gardner-White,” a holiday tradition that originates from Downtown Detroit, will be a TV and online-only event this year on Local 4 and ClickOnDetroit.com. Themed “We Are One Together,” this year’s parade will honor frontline workers and heroes of the COVID-19 crisis. Statement from Tony Michaels, President and CEO of the Parade Company:“America’s Thanksgiving Parade presented by Gardner White is a virtual, televised-only production. Then, at 8 a.m., Jason Carr and Tati Amare host “America’s Thanksgiving Parade Preview with Live in the D.”“America’s Thanksgiving Parade presented by Gardner-White” starts at 9 a.m. Thanksgiving morning, including a one-hour syndicated national broadcast from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. reaching more 185 major cities across the country (check local TV listings). Viewers will see both recorded and live elements hosted by WDIV-Local 4′s Devin Scillian, Kimberly Gill, Rhonda Walker and Evrod Cassimy.
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Winner of Skillman Foundation float design contest sees drawing brought to life
DETROIT – With a few days left before the annual America’s Thanksgiving Parade, the Skillman Foundation and Parade Company unveiled the winner of the foundation’s float design contest. “The Skillman Foundation is happy to have been able to sponsor a float designed by young people for 29 years in a row,” said Tonya Allen, CEO and president of Skillman Foundation. “We’re excited about it and we’re glad that the Parade Company could pull off this fantastic day despite the pandemic.”The float was designed by 13-year-old John Baker IV. “I’m very fortunate that it got picked because all of the other honorable mentions were amazing,” he said. On Thanksgiving morning, coverage begins at 6 a.m. on WDIV-Local 4 and ClickOnDetroit.com with a special edition of Local 4 News Today hosted by Rhonda Walker, Evrod Cassimy and Brandon Roux.
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America’s Thanksgiving Parade goes virtual for 2020
DETROIT – America’s Thanksgiving Parade presented by Gardner-White will still happen this year, but without crowds and for a TV and web audience only. In order to keep the tradition going, Parade Company President and CEO Tony Michaels said this year’s Thanksgiving Day Parade will be unlike anything we’ve seen before. We’re just getting plans together for this virtual event.”This year’s theme is “We Are One Together.” The parade will honor frontline workers and heroes of the COVID-19 pandemic. “We want everyone to know you’re going to see a great great show with all the great floats and a lot of great things happening presented by Gardener White,” Michaels said. READ: 2020 ‘America’s Thanksgiving Parade’ will be live televised and online-only event this year
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America’s Thanksgiving Parade will be a virtual production this year
DETROIT – America’s Thanksgiving Parade presented by Gardner-White will still happen this year, but without crowds for a TV and web audience only. This year’s theme is “We Are One Together.” The parade will honor frontline workers and heroes of the COVID-19 pandemic. READ: 2020 ‘America’s Thanksgiving Parade’ will be live televised and online-only event this yearRead a statement from Tony Michaels, President & CEO below:”America’s Thanksgiving Parade presented by Gardner White is a virtual, televised-only production. With our partner WDIV Local 4 we will deliver a beautiful broadcast to everyone in Detroit and across the country. This tradition is part of our lives and the broadcast will reach millions in the safety of their homes.”
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Major announcement about America’s Thanksgiving Parade
Major announcement about America’s Thanksgiving ParadePublished: November 19, 2020, 12:17 pmThe parade will include floats, performers, helium balloons and Santa. Viewers will see both recorded and live elements hosted by WDIV-Local 4′s Devin Scillian, Kimberly Gill, Rhonda Walker and Evrod Cassimy.
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New Thanksgiving parade float to celebrate Detroit nonprofit’s work for local children
DETROIT – With the 2020 America’s Thanksgiving Parade just one week away, sneak previews of new floats are beginning to surface. This year, two foundations have teamed up to showcase an initiative that focuses on the success of Detroit children at the parade. Due to the coronavirus pandemic, the 2020 America’s Thanksgiving Parade, presented by Gardner White, will be live televised and streamed online only. On Thanksgiving morning, coverage begins at 6 a.m. on WDIV-Local 4 and ClickOnDetroit.com with a special edition of Local 4 News Today hosted by Rhonda Walker, Evrod Cassimy and Brandon Roux. Learn more: 2020 ‘America’s Thanksgiving Parade’ will be live televised and online-only event this year
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How to watch ‘America’s Thanksgiving Parade’
“America’s Thanksgiving Parade presented by Gardner-White,” a holiday tradition that originates from downtown Detroit, will be a TV and online-only event this year on Local 4 and ClickOnDetroit.com. Themed “We Are One Together,” this year’s parade will honor frontline workers and heroes of the COVID-19 crisis. Thanksgiving Morning Lineup:6 a.m. to 8 a.m. -- “Local 4 News Today: Special Thanksgiving Edition”8 a.m. to 9 a.m. -- “America’s Thanksgiving Parade Preview with Live in the D.”9 a.m. to Noon -- “America’s Thanksgiving Parade presented by Gardner-White”Morning coverage begins at 6 a.m. on WDIV-Local 4 and ClickOnDetroit.com with a special edition of Local 4 News Today hosted by Rhonda Walker, Evrod Cassimy and Brandon Roux. Then, at 8 a.m., Jason Carr and Tati Amare host “America’s Thanksgiving Parade Preview with Live in the D.”“America’s Thanksgiving Parade presented by Gardner-White” starts at 9 a.m. Thanksgiving morning, including a one-hour syndicated national broadcast from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. reaching more 185 major cities across the country (check local TV listings). NOTE: This year, crowds will not be allowed to gather to watch the parade, and the 38th Annual Strategic Staffing Solutions Turkey Trot will take place virtually – not in downtown Detroit.
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Gardner-White unveils new float to debut in ‘America’s Thanksgiving Parade’
Gardner-White introduced their first-ever float today, “There’s No Place Like Home,” that will make its debut in the 94th “America’s Thanksgiving Parade® presented by Gardner-White.” This year marks the Michigan-based and family-owned furniture retailer’s first year as presenting sponsor of the iconic Detroit Parade. Built by The Parade Company, Gardner-White’s new float, “There’s No Place Like Home” embodies the warmth and comfort of a family home. The front of float depicts a working, swinging door that visually welcomes you onto the float and into a dining room set for a delicious Thanksgiving dinner. “America’s Thanksgiving Parade® presented by Gardner-White” is set to go as a live televised-only and online-only event on Local 4 and ClickOnDetroit.com. Then, at 8 a.m., Jason Carr and Tati Amare host “America’s Thanksgiving Parade Preview with Live in the D.”“America’s Thanksgiving Parade presented by Gardner-White” starts at 9 a.m. Thanksgiving morning, including a one-hour syndicated national broadcast from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. reaching more 185 major cities across the country (check local TV listings).
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Register now for the virtual Turkey Trot race
We’re talking about the 38th annual S3 Turkey Trot, of course, but this year it’s going VIRTUAL. The Thanksgiving day race offers runners the 10K and 5K Strategic Staffing Solutions Turkey Trot and the Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan Mashed Potato Mile. All runners receive the official collectors S3 Turkey Trot race shirt and medal! Be a part of this great tradition and one of the largest virtual races in Michigan! This year’s “America’s Thanksgiving Parade® presented by Gardner-White” is a live televised-only event on WDIV-Local 4, in partnership with The Parade Company.
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2020 ‘America’s Thanksgiving Parade’ will be virtual televised and online-only event this year
“America’s Thanksgiving Parade presented by Gardner-White,” a holiday tradition that originates from Detroit, will go forward without crowds for a TV and web audience only. “America’s Thanksgiving Parade presented by Gardner-White” is recognized as the Best Holiday Parade by USA Today, two years running, 2018 and 2019. As producers, The Parade Company developed a creative and thoughtful approach to continue the 94-year tradition during these unprecedented times. The event benefits the Michigan Thanksgiving Parade Foundation. Related: Gardner-White to be presenting sponsor of America’s Thanksgiving Parade
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Gardner-White to be presenting sponsor of America’s Thanksgiving Parade
DETROIT – Gardner-White will be a presenting sponsor of America’s Thanksgiving Parade this fall. The new name of the event is America’s Thanksgiving Parade presented by Gardner-White. The parade is in its 94th year and is produced by The Parade Company and WDIV Local 4. “We are elated to welcome Gardner-White to The Parade Company family and are incredibly grateful to have a partner whose commitment signifies an exciting future for America’s Thanksgiving Parade presented by Gardner-White,” said Tony Michaels, President and CEO of The Parade Company. The sponsorship represents a three-year partnership with the Parade Company.
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Optimus Prime balloon towers over Woodward at America’s Thanksgiving Parade in Detroit
DETROIT – This is a big one. The Optimus Prime balloon towered over Woodward Avenue for the 2019 America’s Thanksgiving Parade in Detroit. For more parade coverage, go to this special America’s Thanksgiving Parade section.
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Detroit Public Schools All-City Marching Band performs at 2019 America’s Thanksgiving Parade
DETROIT – The Detroit Public Schools All-City Marching Band played a Motown medly at the 2019 America’s Thanksgiving Parade. For more parade coverage, go to this special America’s Thanksgiving Parade section.
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Detroit Youth Choir helps open 2019 America’s Thanksgiving Parade
DETROIT – The Detroit Youth Choir was back in the spotlight for America’s Thanksgiving Parade. They performed “High Hopes” on Woodward Avenue. Watch the performance here. For more parade coverage, go to this special America’s Thanksgiving Parade section.
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Woodward Avenue is closing for parade in Downtown Detroit
DETROIT – Woodward Avenue will be closed to vehicles between Grand Boulevard and Larned Street starting at noon Wednesday. The route will remain closed to traffic for America’s Thanksgiving Parade on Thursday in Detroit. It will reopen about 4 p.m. Thursday. The QLINE will remain in operation Wednesday, but it will be closed during the parade on Thursday.
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2017 Battle of the Bands Winner in America's Thanksgiving Parade
The St. Clair High School Marching Saints came in 1st place in this year's Battle of the Bands. They performed along with 11 other high school marching bands at the 2017 "America's Thanksgiving Parade." The Marching Saints came out on top with nearly 3,000 votes -- about 1,700 more than second place finisher Carlson High School. They marched down Woodward Ave and showed everyone their skills!
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Detroit Thanksgiving Parade over the years
Tired of waiting patiently for America's Thanksgiving Parade? Watch the parade live Thursday -- click hereThe Michigan Thanksgiving Parade began marching down Woodward Avenue in 1924 and Santa has never missed one yet. Now known as America’s Thanksgiving Parade presented by Art Van, the parade was originally founded by J.L. It was the same year that Macy’s began its parade in New York City. Yes, betamax!
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How to stream "America's Thanksgiving Parade" in Detroit
Looking to stream America's Thanksgiving Parade from your desktop computer, or mobile device? Local 4 has multiple options so you don't miss out on the Thanksgiving Day fun! Local 4 will be streaming the Parade directly from our app. The Parade steps off at 8:50 a.m. at Kirby and Woodward and goes live on Local 4 at 10 a.m. at Grand River and Woodward! For more stories on America's Thanksgiving Parade Presented by Art Van, check out the links below
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Compuware Elves Help Make iWishes Come True
DETROIT – The Parade Company is collecting your wishes to display on a brand new float this year for America's Thanksgiving Parade in Detroit.The wishes will be displayed the Compuware iWish4Detroit float when it rolls down Woodward Avenue on Nov. 24. The theme for this year's 85th America's Thanksgiving Parade is "So Much To Believe In." To share your iWish head to iWish4Detroit.com.