Macy’s beloved Thanksgiving Day Parade is taking place on Thursday, November 28 from 8:30 am to noon eastern time. This year’s parade will feature a number of new and old floats on 34th Street.
Some of the new floats to be flown include Candy Cosmos by Haribo; Dora’s Fantastical Rainforest by Nickelodeon; Magic Meets the Seas by Disney Cruise Line; Wednesday’s Feast by Netflix; Pasta Knight by Rao’s Homemade; Strikes Again by Go Bowling!; and Wonderous World of Wildlife by the Bronx Zoo.
The guest performer is Idina Menzel who is expected to sing a song from her upcoming Broadway musical: Redwood above the Bronx Zoo.
The parade’s history goes back exactly 100 years, although this year won’t be the 100th anniversary. Starting in 1924, the parade has occurred every year, except for a brief pause between 1942-1944. The break was caused by a shortage of Helium and Rubber which was needed at the time for World War II.
Therefore, 2024 will be the 98th anniversary; the 100th will be celebrated in 2026. As for now, those going to see the parade in person or watching from home with their family will continue to do so for years to come.