The Bud Billiken Parade and Picnic,  the oldest and largest African American parade in the United States, will be held on Saturday, August, 2011. The parade route begins around 39th & King Drive and ends near 55th & King Dr. at Washington Park. Can you believe it’s been 82 years since Robert S. Abbott, the Founder of the Chicago Defender, started this community tradition?

Pack up your family, chairs and food and march on down to the Bud Billiken for a day of fun and entertainment. You also get to see the programs and activities in different communities.

Image: Chicago Defender Charities