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Ever since its founding in 1924, the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade has been a beloved holiday tradition for Americans in New York City and across the country. Once that red ribbon is cut, pure magic makes its way through the Big Apple, and each year brings new surprises, exciting celebrity appearances, and so much more. Since the parade is turning 101 years old in 2025, we thought a stroll down memory lane seemed especially fitting. From iconic hosts to favorite floats, here’s a by-the-year look back at some of the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade’s most memorable moments.

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