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Events & FestivalsHerald Square

Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade

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Nov 27, 2025

Description

One of New York City’s most famous events and the kickoff to the holiday season, the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade typically draws millions of live spectators and more than 50 million home viewers. Watch as giant balloons of your favorite pop-culture characters take over the skies while singers and Broadway performers and floats follow the route from Central Park West to Herald Square. The parade concludes with a visit from Santa, who heralds the Christmas season.

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Location

Macy's Herald Square

151 W. 34th St. Manhattan, NY, 10001

Features

Cost
Free
Seasonal
Fall
Thanksgiving
Holidays
Accessibility
Wheelchair Accessible

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