Detroit’s Thanksgiving Parade turns 100: New Backstory documentary reveals history behind tradition

From the Ford Fireworks in the summer to America’s Thanksgiving Parade in the fall, Detroit traditions continue to bring the community together year after year. This November, America’s Thanksgiving Parade presented by Gardner White will mark a major milestone as the iconic parade celebrates its 100th march down Woodward Avenue. To commemorate the historic anniversary, a new “Backstory” documentary will take viewers behind the scenes of the beloved Detroit tradition. The documentary will premiere the evening before Thanksgiving, offering a look at the history, memories, and people who have helped shape the parade over the past century.