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Join Dance

Now in our eleventh year, we're dancing our way down State Street for a fun-filled night of dancing in front of a live audience in downtown Chicago. Paying tribute to Michael Jackson’s Thriller, the parade of dancing zombies encourages people from all walks of life, dance experience, and age groups to participate in the free community experience. Hundreds are expected to peacefully gather at the Lakeview Halloween Parade on Saturday, October 21, 2023, to march and retrace the dance steps of the legendary 1983 Michael Jackson hit music video “Thriller”.

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In-Person Rehearsal

Get step-by-step instructions and demonstrations. Check out the in-person rehearsals through Meetup. A minimum of three rehearsals are required to participate in the parade. Fees apply.

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Home Practice

The online tutorials complement the in-person rehearsal. Start with Tutorial 1: Learn Thriller Dance.

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Bonus Classes

Watch old parade videos to get a sense of the Chicago Thriller street performances. 

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