Chicago hosted its annual Thanksgiving Day Parade early in the morning as crowds watched marching bands, flag bearers and a giant inflatable turkey make their way through the parade route.

Many big-name stores like Target, Walmart, Costco, and Sam's Club are closed nationwide for the holiday, but many local grocery store chains are still open, with limited hours.

The 90th annual Chicago Thanksgiving Parade kicks off Thursday morning. The parade – featuring marching bands, floats, equestrian units and performers – travels up State Street from Ida B. Wells Drive to Randolph Street. Here’s key things to know about the parade and how to watch it. The parade starts at 8 a.m. CST.

It's Thanksgiving Day in Chicago, which means State Street is closed down for the annual Thanksgiving Day Parade!