When Did the Bud Billiken Parade Start?

The Bud Billiken Parade and Picnic is an annual parade held since 1929 in Chicago, Illinois. The Bud Billiken Day Parade is the largest African-American parade in the United States of America.

Is Bud Billiken a real person?

Bud Billiken is a fictional character created in 1923 that is considered a guardian of children.

What is the purpose of the Bud Billiken Parade?

The Bud Billiken® Parade is more than a procession of bands and floats marching down King Drive, it's a commemoration of our past and a celebration of our future. Every summer since 1929, “The Bud” has united African-Americans throughout the city of Chicago in music, dance, food, and laughter.