Get Ready for the 98th Annual Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade!
Thanksgiving Day is synonymous with family, food, and the iconic Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade, now celebrating its 98th year. The festivities kick off at 8:30 a.m. ET on Thursday, November 28, airing live on NBC and streaming on Peacock. The parade promises a mix of spectacular floats, awe-inspiring balloons, and performances from global and Broadway stars.
Event Details
The 2024 parade will span approximately 3.5 hours, concluding at 12 p.m. ET. A re-broadcast will air at 2 p.m. ET, allowing fans to relive the parade’s highlights. NBC and its streaming platform, Peacock, will carry the live event, featuring coverage across all time zones:contentReference[oaicite:0]{index=0}.
Performers and Entertainment
This year’s line-up includes musical performances by Jennifer Hudson, Kylie Minogue, Ariana Madix, and Idina Menzel, along with Broadway shows like Death Becomes Her and The Outsiders. Notably, Cynthia Erivo, a star from Wicked, will also make an appearance:contentReference[oaicite:1]{index=1}. Celebrities such as Jimmy Fallon and The Roots from The Tonight Show will add star power, and various dancers including Charli D’Amelio will join in the fun:contentReference[oaicite:2]{index=2}:contentReference[oaicite:3]{index=3}.
New Floats and Balloons
Parade-goers will enjoy new floats like Dora’s Fantastical Rainforest by Nickelodeon and Magic Meets the Seas by Disney Cruise Line. Additionally, six new balloons are set to make their debut, including Extraordinary Noorah and Gabby from Gabby’s Dollhouse:contentReference[oaicite:4]{index=4}.
Hosting the Parade
The beloved trio of Savannah Guthrie, Hoda Kotb, and Al Roker will host the parade for NBC. This year, it might be Hoda Kotb’s final appearance as a host, as she stepped back from some of her hosting duties earlier in 2024:contentReference[oaicite:5]{index=5}:contentReference[oaicite:6]{index=6}.
Don’t miss this spectacular event—tune in for an unforgettable celebration of Thanksgiving tradition and entertainment! For more details on streaming options and lineup, visit NBC’s official page:contentReference[oaicite:7]{index=7}:contentReference[oaicite:8]{index=8}.
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