With less than three weeks until Thanksgiving, The Parade Company is ramping up preparations to ensure everything is perfect for America’s Thanksgiving Parade in Detroit.

The “Parade Zone” viewing option will be back on Local 4 for the 2025 America’s Thanksgiving Parade, presented by Gardner White.

Here’s the lineup of stars and icons who will be featured in this year’s America’s Thanksgiving Parade, presented by Gardner White

"After nearly three decades of hosting the parade, it’s hard to describe the thrill of moving from the broadcast booth to the parade itself."

USA Today has nominated the Ford Fireworks as one of the best places to see fireworks in America.

Warehouse tours are available

Clowns will make their way down Woodward Ave. during the parade

Mike Tirico, U.S. Sen. Debbie Stabenow, and Daniel Loepp have the honor

The Parade Company is putting the finishes touches on this year’s parade

The new float, unveiled on Friday, Nov. 8, will debut in America’s Thanksgiving Parade Presented by Gardner White.

The Parade Company has unveiled an inspiring lineup of celebrities and icons that will awe generations of parade-goers for America’s Thanksgiving Parade® presented by Gardner White.

Downtown Detroit’s Ford Fireworks show has moved from first to second place in USA Today’s 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards 2024.

The annual summertime Ford Fireworks show in Downtown Detroit may just be the best in the country.

When the Ford Fireworks show begins Monday night along the Detroit Riverfront, you will be able to watch everything live right here.

The Ford Fireworks will be set off from the Detroit Riverfront on Monday night, June 26, and you can watch the live stream of the show right here.

It’s time for the Ford Fireworks, and you can watch them live right here as they’re set off from the Detroit Riverfront on Monday night, June 26.

You can watch the Ford Fireworks on the Detroit Riverfront live right here on Monday night, June 26.

The Ford Fireworks is gearing up to electrify the Detroit skyline on Monday, June 26with a stunning fireworks show over the Detroit River and broadcast live on WDIV-Local 4. Celebrating its 65thyear, this beloved summertime tradition is recognized as one of the country’s largest and most magnificent displays, enjoyed by hundreds of thousands of spectators each year.

The Parade Company, the nonprofit that brings us events like the Ford Fireworks and America’s Thanksgiving Parade, unveiled development plans for the organization’s new home along the Detroit riverfront.

The Parade Company provides tours all year.

America’s Thanksgiving Parade presented by Gardner White returns to Detroit’s Woodward Avenue on Nov. 24. Here’s what you need to know about the parade this Thanksgiving.

It’s a great way to kick off the holiday season -- so please join us for this huge party live from Ford Field, with Jason Carr and Tati Amare.

We are now less than 10 days away from one of the biggest events of the year - America’s Thanksgiving Parade presented by Gardener White. The push is on to get everything ready, so we invited Tony Michaels, the President, and CEO of the Parade Company to sit down with hosts Jason Carr and Tati Amare to let us know all that is happening behind the scenes before the big day.

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.

USA Today has nominated America’s Thanksgiving Day Parade presented by Gardner White as one of the best holiday parades in America.

A new “It All Starts Here!” float will make its debut in this year’s America’s Thanksgiving Parade presented by Gardner White.

NBA Veteran and “Fab Five” Legend Jalen Rose and Detroit Reverend Dr. Wendell Anthony will serve as Grand Marshals for the 96th America’s Thanksgiving Parade presented by Gardner White.

A series of announcements are expected this fall for one of the biggest parade seasons to date.

The Ford Fireworks presented by The Parade Company returns to its longtime spot on the Detroit riverfront this year after a two-year hiatus.

After a tumultuous few years due to the pandemic, Downtown Detroit’s best firework show is back to light the skies before the Fourth of July.

The Ford Fireworks presented by The Parade Company returns to its longtime spot on the Detroit riverfront this year after a two-year hiatus.

The Ford Fireworks will return to light up the sky in Downtown Detroit this June.

Vote for your favorite Marching Band and Choreography Team starting at 6 a.m. Thanksgiving morning

We are only two and a half days away from America’s Thanksgiving Parade.

It’s a great way to kick off the holiday season -- so please join us for this huge party live from Ford Field.

America’s Thanksgiving Parade returns to Detroit’s Woodward Avenue this year after a scaled-back parade in 2020.

The Parade Company revealed the winner of the Skillman Foundation float contest.

It’s a great way to kick off the holiday season -- so please join us for this huge party live from Ford Field.

Stars will shine bright on Woodward Avenue this Thanksgiving morning.

The Parade Company announced Thursday that NFL Hall of Famer Calvin Johnson Jr. and Detroit Bishop Edgar Vann will be Grand Marshals for the 95th annual America’s Thanksgiving Parade presented by Gardner-White.

What would Thanksgiving Day be without America’s Thanksgiving Parade? We’re just 57 days away from the signature event.

The Ford Fireworks are coming up!

The annual fireworks show in Detroit will stay in the suburbs for a second consecutive year because of COVID-19.

This year’s Ford Fireworks will be a TV-only event and you will be able to watch them on June 28 right here on Local 4.

The weather has many people thinking about summer, and some are already thinking about one of the summer’s big events -- The Ford Fireworks.

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.

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).

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.

Here’s what you missed on Local 4 News at 4:2020 America’s Thanksgiving Parade will be live televised-only production in DetroitThe Parade Company announced today America’s Thanksgiving Parade® presented by Gardner-White is set to go as a live televised-only production in the heart of Downtown Detroit.

“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

Here’s what’s coming up on Local 4 News at 4:The Parade Company to release 2020 America’s Thanksgiving Parade plansIt’s an announcement many have been waiting for -- The Parade Company is announcing the official plans for the 2020 America’s Thanksgiving Parade® presented by Gardner-White.

DETROIT – The 2020 Ford Fireworks in Detroit, originally scheduled for June, will take off on Aug. 31 -- and it’ll be a special televised-only event. Similar to other major cities, this year’s fireworks will be a pop-up display, at a location which will not be announced, according to The Parade Company. “The Parade Company has an unwavering commitment to this important tradition and bringing great events to our community,” said Tony Michaels, president and CEO of The Parade Company. 🌟 Become an Insider 🌟Introducing WDIV Insider: A new way for loyal Local 4 fans to gain access and customize your ClickOnDetroit news experience. Learn more about WDIV Insider - and sign up here!

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.

DETROIT – Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan announced the annual Ford Fireworks will be held on Monday, Aug. 31, without crowds, due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. The event, typically held in late June to celebrate upcoming Canada Day and the Fourth of July, brings thousands of Metro Detroit residents to the Detroit Riverfront to enjoy the show. This year’s event will be a televised-only display without the usual crowds on the Riverfront and around Downtown Detroit. “The Ford Fireworks this year will honor them and their brave work.”This year’s Ford Fireworks show is themed, “We Are One Together.” The Parade Company’s Rooftop Party presented by Ford, one of the non-profit’s largest fundraisers, will not occur this year. WATCH: 2019 Ford Fireworks on Detroit RiverWhile Michigan Gov.

The Parade Company announced Monday an official celebrity line-up to appear in the 93rd Americas Thanksgiving Parade presented by Art Van. Lashley will be riding on the Rocket Mortgage Classic float in Americas Thanksgiving Parade presented by Art Van on Thanksgiving morning. Santa Claus Santas grand arrival in his hand-crafted sleigh is at the end of Americas Thanksgiving Parade presented by Art Van. Detroit Shining Bright has been announced as the theme of the 93rd Americas Thanksgiving Parade presented by Art Van. About The Parade CompanyFounded in 1984, The Parade Company is a not-for-profit organization governed by the Michigan Thanksgiving Parade Foundation whose board of directors is comprised of key civic and corporate leaders in the greater Detroit region.

DETROIT Huntington Bank and The Parade Company unveiled a brilliant new float, Looking Out for You Friday morning during the 20th Annual Parade Company Pancake Breakfast presented by Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan. The float spanning over 100-feet long and featuring over 100 honeycombs will make its debut on Woodward Avenue at the 93rd Americas Thanksgiving Parade presented by Art Van. Their float, Looking Out for You is spectacular and will captivate the attention of the millions of people watching Americas Thanksgiving Parade presented by Art Van.Americas Thanksgiving Parade brings the very best of Detroit to families tuning in across the nation and its been a true point of pride for our community for almost a century. About The Parade CompanyFounded in 1984, The Parade Company is a not-for-profit organization governed by the Michigan Thanksgiving Parade Foundation whose board of directors is comprised of key civic and corporate leaders in the greater Detroit region. The Parade Company is celebrating more than 90 years of Parade tradition in Detroit and is committed to funding, creating and executing the best family events in Michigan.

DETROIT - The Parade Company has won 14 international industry awards for America's Thanksgiving Day Parade and more. The company also produces the Hob Nobble Gobble, Turkey Trot and Ford Fireworks. The awards were given at the IFEA/Haas & Wilkerson Pinnacle Awards Competition in Williamsburg, Virginia. "We are incredibly proud that our team continues to be recognized as one of the best event producers in America and around the world," said Tony Michaels, the president and CEO of The Parade Company. "This amazing team works tirelessly with our remarkable partners to produce Detroits most iconic traditions and showcases our city on a national stage."

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.