Macy’s is set to celebrate its 98th annual Thanksgiving Day Parade on Thursday, Nov. 28. The famed event is set to feature 34 floats, 11 marching bands, 28 clown crews, 11 performance groups and more.
Here’s everything you need to know, courtesy of Macy’s:
What time does the Macy’s parade start?
The parade will run from 8:30 a.m. until noon. The event will air on TV and streaming from 8:30 a.m. to noon in all time zones.
Where to watch Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade 2024
The parade is set to air live on NBC. It will be cast simultaneously on Peacock, which currently has a Black Friday deal offering an annual subscription for $19.99, or $11.94 for six months (paid monthly). People can also watch the event on streaming services that air NBC like Fubo and YouTube TV.
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What’s the Macy’s parade route? How to watch in person?
The parade starts at 8:30 a.m. on West 77th Street and Central Park West and concludes at Macy’s flagship store in Herald Square on 34th Street at noon.
The parade will run mostly through Central Park West and then down Sixth Avenue. Along the route there will be close to 2½ miles of designated public viewing spots. Arrive as early as 6 a.m. to secure a nice spot.
Central Park West: Great viewing areas are available along Central Park West from 61st to 75th streets. However, there is no public access for viewing between 59th and 60th streets.
Sixth Avenue: The stretch from 38th to 59th streets offers some of the best views, as it’s close to the end of the parade. Spectators should avoid the area on Sixth Avenue between 34th and 38th streets, as the live television broadcast will limit viewing there.
The weather forecast predicts rain, so dress accordingly.
Who’s hosting the 2024 Macy’s parade?
The event will be hosted by Savannah Guthrie, Hoda Kotb and Al Roker (who is hosting the event for the 29th time) of NBC’s “Today.”
Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade performers
The parade will count with the participation of 28 music artists, entertainers and actors. Here’s the lineup:
