The 99th Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade kicks off the holiday season on Thursday (November 27), at 8:30 a.m. ET (2200 GMT). This annual New York City tradition brings millions of spectators together along the parade route and on television nationwide to celebrate the season with larger-than-life balloons, elaborate floats, and star-studded performances.

How to watch

Fans across the US can watch the parade live on NBC and Peacock, starting at 8:30 a.m. ET, with an encore telecast at 2 p.m. ET/PT.

Performers and celebrity guests

The 2025 Macy's Thanksgiving Day lineup includes music’s top talents and Broadway stars, featuring Drew Baldridge, Matteo Bocelli, Ciara, Gavin DeGraw, Shaggy, Teyana Taylor, Lil Jon, Foreigner, Mickey Guyton, Jewel, and many more. Special appearances will incl

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