Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade 2024: Streaming on Peacock?
Get excited for the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade! The annual extravaganza is set to feature beloved balloons like Spider-Man, Bluey, and Minnie Mouse, along with a star-studded lineup of performers ranging from The Temptations to T-Pain on Thursday. Here’s the lowdown on how to watch all the action.
What time does the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade start? The 98th Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade will kick off at 8:30 a.m. ET on Thursday, Nov. 28, running until noon. The parade will wind its way from Manhattan’s Upper West Side to Macy’s Herald Square flagship store on 34th Street.
Where can you catch the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade? You can tune in to NBC to watch the parade live, with a special encore presentation at 2 p.m. And if you’re looking for a streaming option, Peacock, NBC’s streaming service, will simulcast the parade as well.
Who will be hosting the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade this year? The dynamic hosting trio from TODAY— Savannah Guthrie, Hoda Kotb, and Al Roker— will be back to guide viewers through all the excitement.
Wondering about the performers at this year’s parade? Get ready to enjoy live performances by a lineup that includes artists like Dan + Shay, T-Pain, and The Temptations, among others. It’s bound to be a musical feast for the ears!
And of course, let’s not forget about the iconic balloons! This year’s parade will feature 22 balloons, including classics like Snoopy and Pikachu, along with new additions such as Minnie Mouse, Spider-Man, and Gabby from “Gabby’s Dollhouse.”
Fun fact: Did you know that the first Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade took place in 1924? Macy’s organized the parade to showcase its store expansion and kick off the holiday shopping season. The floats featured characters from Mother Goose, and zoo animals like bears and elephants borrowed from Central Park Zoo added extra flair to the festivities.
So mark your calendars, get cozy on the couch, and join in the magic of the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade this year!
