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Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade, New York City

Thursday, 04 November 2010 / Published in New York City

Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade, New York City

It’s November and that means one thing in New York City: The Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade!


Photo of Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade, New York City © Sullynyflhi

Since 1924, Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade has been marching through the streets of New York City and has become an American tradition. It is broadcast live on television and more than 50 million people watch the parade every year.


Photo of Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade, New York City © flickr4jazz

Marching in the parade are hundreds of acts including: marching bands, drum lines, dance troupes, pop and superstars, floats, cast members from Broadway performing songs from their shows, and much more.


Photo of Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade, New York City © tweber1

Some of the most exciting things to see in the parade are the gigantic balloons of some of America’s most beloved characters. The balloons are inflated the night before the parade in what is called the “Thanksgiving Eve Inflation Celebration”.


Photo of Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade, New York City © flickr4jazz

This year the inflation celebration happens on November 24th from 3:00 pm to 10:00 pm near the Museum of Natural History, between 77th and 81thst Streets between Central Park West and Columbus Avenue. The Thanksgiving Eve Inflation Celebration is open to the public.


Photo of Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade, New York City © Ben+Sam

The parade is always held on Thanksgiving Day, which is Thursday November 25th this year. It beings at 9:00 am and winds down around 12:00 pm.


Photo of Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade, New York City © Ben+Sam

According to parade organizers, the best places to watch the parade are on Central Park West between 61st and 72nd Streets. It’s best to get there early for a good viewing spot as more than 3.5 million people are expected to attend this year’s event.


Photo of Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade, New York City © flickr4jazz

It is free to view the parade from the streets of New York City. Visit Macy’s Thanksgiving Parade website for the parade route and FAQs. The entire event will also be broadcast on NBC.

Watch highlights from last year’s Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade!

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