WOOGMS Parade Marches on for 64th Year in Chicago's Lake View Neighborhood
3000 N Sheridan Rd
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Summary
- The annual Wellington-Oakdale Old Glory Marching Society (WOOGMS) Parade is underway today in Chicago's Lake View neighborhood, stepping off at 11 a.m. from Pine Grove and Wellington avenues.
- The parade, held every Memorial Day and Labor Day since 1963, is known as a "do-it-yourself" event with a simple motto: "Everybody marches, nobody watches."
- Rather than lining the streets as spectators, residents across Chicago are invited to join in with strollers, scooters, wagons, bikes, and even dogs in costume.
- Heading to the parade? Go LIVE to share the festivities!
Timeline
The Jesse White Tumblers and Drum Corps traditionally participate, and the parade typically draws around 1,000 marchers from across the city.
The event embraces a "do-it-yourself" spirit — everyone attending is invited to march rather than watch, using strollers, bikes, scooters, and other decorated items.
The parade steps off annually at 11 a.m. from the corner of Pine Grove and Wellington avenues in Chicago's Lake View neighborhood.
The Wellington-Oakdale Old Glory Marching Society (WOOGMS) started in 1963 when founder Al Weisman marched around his block with his son and a few friends, carrying a flag given to him by a neighbor.
Video shows the Labor Day Parade underway. Go live and share with the community!
This alert was created by a community member. Citizen is working to gather more information. If you’re nearby, broadcast live or comment to share updates.
Incident reported at 3000 N Sheridan Rd.
The Jesse White Tumblers and Drum Corps traditionally participate, and the parade typically draws around 1,000 marchers from across the city.
The event embraces a "do-it-yourself" spirit — everyone attending is invited to march rather than watch, using strollers, bikes, scooters, and other decorated items.
The parade steps off annually at 11 a.m. from the corner of Pine Grove and Wellington avenues in Chicago's Lake View neighborhood.
The Wellington-Oakdale Old Glory Marching Society (WOOGMS) started in 1963 when founder Al Weisman marched around his block with his son and a few friends, carrying a flag given to him by a neighbor.
Video shows the Labor Day Parade underway. Go live and share with the community!
This alert was created by a community member. Citizen is working to gather more information. If you’re nearby, broadcast live or comment to share updates.
Incident reported at 3000 N Sheridan Rd.
The Jesse White Tumblers and Drum Corps traditionally participate, and the parade typically draws around 1,000 marchers from across the city.
The event embraces a "do-it-yourself" spirit — everyone attending is invited to march rather than watch, using strollers, bikes, scooters, and other decorated items.
The parade steps off annually at 11 a.m. from the corner of Pine Grove and Wellington avenues in Chicago's Lake View neighborhood.
The Wellington-Oakdale Old Glory Marching Society (WOOGMS) started in 1963 when founder Al Weisman marched around his block with his son and a few friends, carrying a flag given to him by a neighbor.
Video shows the Labor Day Parade underway. Go live and share with the community!
This alert was created by a community member. Citizen is working to gather more information. If you’re nearby, broadcast live or comment to share updates.
Incident reported at 3000 N Sheridan Rd.
The Jesse White Tumblers and Drum Corps traditionally participate, and the parade typically draws around 1,000 marchers from across the city.
The event embraces a "do-it-yourself" spirit — everyone attending is invited to march rather than watch, using strollers, bikes, scooters, and other decorated items.
The parade steps off annually at 11 a.m. from the corner of Pine Grove and Wellington avenues in Chicago's Lake View neighborhood.
The Wellington-Oakdale Old Glory Marching Society (WOOGMS) started in 1963 when founder Al Weisman marched around his block with his son and a few friends, carrying a flag given to him by a neighbor.
Video shows the Labor Day Parade underway. Go live and share with the community!
This alert was created by a community member. Citizen is working to gather more information. If you’re nearby, broadcast live or comment to share updates.
Incident reported at 3000 N Sheridan Rd.
The Jesse White Tumblers and Drum Corps traditionally participate, and the parade typically draws around 1,000 marchers from across the city.
The event embraces a "do-it-yourself" spirit — everyone attending is invited to march rather than watch, using strollers, bikes, scooters, and other decorated items.
The parade steps off annually at 11 a.m. from the corner of Pine Grove and Wellington avenues in Chicago's Lake View neighborhood.
The Wellington-Oakdale Old Glory Marching Society (WOOGMS) started in 1963 when founder Al Weisman marched around his block with his son and a few friends, carrying a flag given to him by a neighbor.
Video shows the Labor Day Parade underway. Go live and share with the community!
This alert was created by a community member. Citizen is working to gather more information. If you’re nearby, broadcast live or comment to share updates.
Incident reported at 3000 N Sheridan Rd.
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I was 18 when I participated in my first Woogms parade. I’m 74! Carry on!!
Happy LaborDay Everyone 🫡🇺🇸 I got the paid day since I’m A Local 705 Teamster 🙏✝️🙏
Nice to see Labor Day being honored
This is the Labor Day parade where everybody marches. This is not an incident for a citizen.
I was 18 when I participated in my first Woogms parade. I’m 74! Carry on!!
Happy LaborDay Everyone 🫡🇺🇸 I got the paid day since I’m A Local 705 Teamster 🙏✝️🙏
Nice to see Labor Day being honored
This is the Labor Day parade where everybody marches. This is not an incident for a citizen.
I was 18 when I participated in my first Woogms parade. I’m 74! Carry on!!
Happy LaborDay Everyone 🫡🇺🇸 I got the paid day since I’m A Local 705 Teamster 🙏✝️🙏
Nice to see Labor Day being honored
This is the Labor Day parade where everybody marches. This is not an incident for a citizen.
I was 18 when I participated in my first Woogms parade. I’m 74! Carry on!!
Happy LaborDay Everyone 🫡🇺🇸 I got the paid day since I’m A Local 705 Teamster 🙏✝️🙏
Nice to see Labor Day being honored
This is the Labor Day parade where everybody marches. This is not an incident for a citizen.
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I was 18 when I participated in my first Woogms parade. I’m 74! Carry on!!
Happy LaborDay Everyone 🫡🇺🇸 I got the paid day since I’m A Local 705 Teamster 🙏✝️🙏
Nice to see Labor Day being honored
This is the Labor Day parade where everybody marches. This is not an incident for a citizen.