World Series parade in Chicago: IRL

Cubs sing 'Go Cubs Go' 2:46

Brett Eldredge and the Cubs lead a rousing rendition of "Go Cubs Go" at the team's World Series celebration in downtown Chicago

The Cubs celebrated their first World Series title in 108 years Friday with a momentous parade and rally culminating at Chicago's Grant Park.

Given the excitement surrounding the Cubs winning their first World Series title since 1908 -- and Chicago's history of celebrating its champions -- turnout for the parade was massive, with city officials putting estimates at 5 million people in attendance. The skies were crystal clear and temperatures were in the upper 50s. Chicago public schools were closed and city officials dyed the Chicago River blue in the Cubs' honor.

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The official procession went along Michigan Avenue between Oak and Ohio, and then along Columbus between Monroe and Balbo. The rally was held at lower Hutchinson Field in Grant Park, where Barack Obama celebrated his victory in the 2008 presidential election.

Cubs fans discuss parade

Millions of fans turn out for memorable celebration

Cubs fans react to the incredible World Series parade in Chicago and share how they celebrated the team's title

Mile after mile of the Best fans on the planet!! Most amazing thing I've ever seen!@Cubs pic.twitter.com/FN1c0yHSEr

— Kerry Wood (@KerryWood) November 4, 2016

Ross thanks fans at parade

Retiring Cubs catcher Ross thankful for salutes

Cubs catcher David Ross thanks his teammates and family, and shows off the World Series trophy to the joyful fans in Chicago

WE ARE THE CHAMPS.#FlyTheW pic.twitter.com/cUmSSRV8l7

— Chicago Cubs (@Cubs) November 4, 2016

Zobrist shows off MVP trophy

Zobrist grateful for receiving MVP award

Cubs World Series MVP Ben Zobrist thanks his teammates and the fans for their amazing support throughout the season

Embrace this moment. #FlyTheW pic.twitter.com/06jiSITHwO

— Chicago Cubs (@Cubs) November 4, 2016

Epstein on the Cubs' run

Epstein notes emotional experience during WS run

Cubs president of baseball operations Theo Epstein thanks fans at the team's World Series celebration in Grant Park

The ultimate selfie. #FlyTheW pic.twitter.com/oxZB121gi3

— Chicago Cubs (@Cubs) November 4, 2016

Heyward on parade, World Series

Heyward discusses incredible showing by fans

Cubs outfielder Jason Heyward reacts to the amazing turnout by fans in Chicago for the team's World Series parade

Wow, Chicago.#WorldSeries #FlyTheW pic.twitter.com/PtEqkqJnoS

— Chicago Cubs (@Cubs) November 4, 2016

Arrieta on parade, Cubs fans

Arrieta stunned by love from fans at the parade

Jake Arrieta reacts to all the love he and the Cubs' players receive from fans as they proceed down the parade route

2:03 p.m. ET: Hey, it's Ryne Sandberg!
Cubs legend and Hall of Famer Ryne Sandberg waves to the crowd along the parade route.

Rizz dressing up the trophy! #FlyTheW pic.twitter.com/pHwYSVmQoH

— Jon Lester (@JLester34) November 4, 2016

Edwards on World Series parade

Edwards basks in parade joy

Carl Edwards Jr. talks about his guests at the Cubs' World Series parade as they move through the streets of Chicago

The path from greatness. #WorldSeries #FlyTheW pic.twitter.com/FLGyRAgViX

— Chicago Cubs (@Cubs) November 4, 2016

Cubs fans swarm downtown Chicago

Sights and sounds as buses pass raucous fans

Cubs fans turned out by the millions in downtown Chicago as the World Series parade passes on its way to Hutchinson Field

Trophy time. #FlyTheW pic.twitter.com/IyBCQGrGxJ

— Chicago Cubs (@Cubs) November 4, 2016

Hendricks on parade, Cubs fans

Hendricks relishes love from Chicago faithful

Cubs pitcher Kyle Hendricks reacts to the incredible turnout along the World Series parade route

Parade passes Wrigleyville

Aerial view as Cubs World Series Parade begins

The Cubs World Series Parade exits Wrigley Field and heads through the Wrigleyville neighborhood towards downtown Chicago

But first, let me take a selfie! #FlyTheW pic.twitter.com/NbiKkIjm0q

— Chicago Cubs (@Cubs) November 4, 2016

Bryant sports championship belt

Bryant shows off World Series championship belt

World champion Kris Bryant talks with MLB Network while wearing a special Cubs World Series championship title belt around his waist

The veteran bus. #FlyTheW pic.twitter.com/kFubStSUhq

— Chicago Cubs (@Cubs) November 4, 2016

11:46 a.m. ET: Bigger is better
A replica World Series championship trophy (just a tad larger than the real thing) is featured on the back of a pickup trip.

Schwarber, Russell on WS parade

Schwarber, Russell discuss parade excitement

World Series champions Kyle Schwarber and Addison Russell discuss their high level of excitement for the parade in Chicago

11:24 a.m. ET: Perfect day for a celebration
Amid a backdrop of crystal clear skies, fans at Grant Park are ready to get their rally on.

11:19 a.m. ET: The anticipation builds
A huge crowd outside Wrigley waits for the festivities to begin.

Rizzo, Bryant preview parade

Rizzo, Bryant looking forward to Cubs' WS parade

Newly-crowned World Series champions Anthony Rizzo and Kris Bryant chat with MLB Network before their victory parade in Chicago

11:04 a.m. ET: Cubs title = no school
With public schools closed on Friday, young Cubs fans start to line Michigan Avenue bright and early.

10:44 a.m. ET: Art imitating life
Cubs fans pose next to a lion sculpture outside the Art Institute of Chicago.

10:33 a.m. ET: Stage is set
The staging area for a World Series victory parade 108 years in the making.

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