Lights Festival by the Numbers
1,000,000
The number of people who travel from across the country to experience the magic firsthand.
10,000
The number of fireworks shells it takes to create the spectacular fireworks display over the Chicago River, the traditional grand finale of Lights Festival.
800
The number of volunteers it takes to put on the event each year.
51
The number of years the twinkling white lights have been hanging on the trees along Michigan Avenue.
40
The number of elements in the evening procession, the country’s first and largest evening holiday celebration, ranging from spectacular floats to helium-filled balloons to lively marching bands.
65
The number of markets across the country that will broadcast the annual holiday event.
32
The maximum number of people it takes to guide a helium-filled balloon down the Lights Festival procession route.
20
The number of years the event has taken place, making it one of the country’s most beloved annual holiday events.
8
The number of beloved characters from the Walt Disney World® Resort in Florida featured in the lighting procession, including grand marshals Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse.
1
The number of days it takes The Magnificent Mile to kick off the holiday season for the nation.