Thanksgiving Fun: What's New in the Big Parade?

The Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade is back for its 99th year, and it's bigger than ever!

What's New?

• 34 balloons
• 28 floats
• 5 new balloons, including favorites like Buzz Lightyear and Mario
• A brand new "Stranger Things" float: "Upside Down Invasion: Stranger Things"

Event Details

• Date: Thanksgiving Day
• Time: 8:30 a. m. ET
• Route:
• Starts at West 77th Street and Central Park West
• Ends at Macy's flagship store in Herald Square

Best Spots to Watch In Person

• Near the beginning on Central Park West
• At 59th Street and Seventh Avenue
• At Herald Square

How to Watch

• TV: NBC (starting at 8:30 a. m. in all time zones)
• Streaming: Peacock, Fubo
• Accessibility: Live audio description for blind and visually impaired viewers

Performers

• Busta Rhymes
• Ciara
• Shaggy
• And many more!

Balloonicles

• Four balloonicles (a mix of balloons and self-powered vehicles)
• Three new balloonicles to look out for!