Frequently Asked Questions
America’s Thanksgiving Parade® presented by Gardner White
What time does The Parade start?
8:45am is Step Off at Woodward and Kirby. It’s roughly an hour and a half march down to Celebration Zone. The Parade ends at Woodward and Congress.
Where do I park?
There’s plenty of parking available Parade morning!
These parking structures are available to the public along with rates:
- The Z Garage – $30
- Greektown Garage – $30
- One Campus Martius Garage – $25
- Bricktown Garage – $25
- Financial District Garage – $25
- 1001 Woodward Garage – $25
- Buhl Garage – $25
- One Detroit Garage – $25
- Two Detroit Garage – $25
What roads are closed?
2022 Road Closures and Bus Route information
SMART BUS
On Thanksgiving SMART will be running their FAST Bus service between city & suburbs on Michigan Ave, Woodward Ave and Gratiot Ave with some detours. You can go to the FAST website to learn more about these express routes. You can pay with cash or through the new mobile app.
Do you have a map of the route?
Yes! 2022 ATP Map
Is it free?
Yes, thanks to our amazing sponsors!
Grandstand tickets are available for purchase. Click here!
Who are the Grand Marshals?
Grand Marshals for 2022 America’s Thanksgiving Parade presented by Gardner White are Jalen Rose and Rev. Dr. Wendell Anthony
Read more about our Grand Marshals HERE
How do I watch it?
You can watch the Parade live on WDIV and stream it live on www.clickondetroit.com.
Get live Parade play-by-play on WOMC !
The Syndication List for America’s Thanksgiving Parade® presented by Gardner White is now available.
2022 ATP National Syndication List
Where should I watch it from?
Anywhere along the three-mile-long Parade Route! The majority of the route is free and open to the public.
If you are interested in reserved seating, please visit our Grandstand page to purchase tickets.
Where can I use the bathroom?
There will be port-a-potties a long the Parade route.
Please view the map! 2021 Port-A-Pottie Map
How do I get involved in America’s Thanksgiving Parade presented Gardner White?
To volunteer, please visit www.theparade.org/volunteers to learn more!
To participate in the 2023 America’s Thanksgiving Parade® presented Gardner White as a Marching Band, Equestrian unit or Dance group, please check back in February 2023 for applications.
