The iconic Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade is back, ushering in the holiday season with a dazzling lineup of stars, performances, and festive floats.
This year’s event promises to deliver the perfect blend of real and animated guests, making it a must-watch tradition for families everywhere.
Star-Studded Performances
This year’s celebrity lineup includes Jennifer Hudson, Billy Porter, T-Pain, and Jimmy Fallon, ensuring one of the most star-packed parades in history. Fans will also enjoy a performance by the beloved Radio City Rockettes, who will dazzle with their festive routine, “Christmas Lights.” A parade staple since 1957, the Rockettes are synonymous with holiday cheer.
And, of course, Santa Claus will make his grand entrance at the end of the parade, officially marking the start of the holiday season—a tradition dating back to 1924.
Pre-Parade and Parade Highlights
The parade will feature a variety of pre-parade performances and show-stopping acts:
Pre-Parade Acts:
- Death Becomes Her performing “If You Want Perfection”
- Hell’s Kitchen performing “The Gospel” / “Empire State of Mind”
- The Outsiders performing “Tulsa ’67”
- The Radio City Rockettes performing “Christmas Lights”
Parade Performances:
- Alison Brie and Matt Bush kick off the parade by cutting the ribbon.
- Performances from stars like Billy Porter (“Ease On Down the Road”), Idina Menzel (“Great Escape”), and Sebastián Yatra with Macy’s Big Brothers Big Sisters Choir (“Winter Wonderland in Central Park”).
- Floats featuring fan favorites like Captain Minnie Mouse and Mickey Mouse, the Sesame Street cast, and T-Pain with the Big Turkey Spectacular.
New Floats and Balloons
This year, 17 giant character balloons will parade through New York City, including six new additions:
- Minnie Mouse
- Extraordinary Noorah by The Elf on the Shelf
- Gabby’s Dollhouse
- Goku
- Spider-Man
New floats include:
- Candy Cosmos by Haribo
- Dora’s Fantastical Rainforest by Nickelodeon & Paramount
- Magic Meets the Seas by Disney Cruise Line
- Pasta Knight by Rao’s Homemade
- Wednesday’s Feast by Netflix
- Wondrous World of Wildlife by Bronx Zoo
Dance and Performance Groups
The parade will also feature talented dance groups from across the nation, including:
- AUM Dance Creations (Bridgewater, NJ)
- Indigenous Enterprise (Phoenix, AZ)
- Riverdance (North American Tour and Academy)
- Kilgore College Rangerettes (Kilgore, TX)
- Spirit of America Cheer and Dance Stars (Nationwide)
Don’t Miss the Fun!
Whether you’re tuning in for the spectacular floats, celebrity performances, or the festive spirit of the season, the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade promises unforgettable moments for the whole family.
