The 99th Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade is set to take place on November 27, 2025, and promises to be a spectacular event filled with exciting performances, iconic balloons, and lively floats. This year’s parade will feature new balloon additions such as Buzz Lightyear, Mario, and Derpy Tiger from KPop Demon Hunters. The festivities will kick off with a show-stopping performance by Cynthia Erivo, known for her role in ‘Wicked: For Good’.
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The Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade is a cherished tradition that draws in over 3 million spectators in New York City each year, with millions more tuning in from home. The parade will include performances by the Radio City Rockettes, who are celebrating their 100th anniversary, as well as appearances from various musical acts and, of course, Santa Claus himself.
This year’s parade will start at West 77th Street and Central Park West, making its way to Macy’s Herald Square via Sixth Avenue. The event will be broadcast live on NBC and Peacock from 8:30 a.m. to noon across all time zones. Viewers can look forward to seeing hosts Savannah Guthrie, Al Roker, and Hoda Kotb, with an encore presentation at 2 p.m. ET/PT for those who miss the initial airing.
A star-studded lineup of performers is slated to grace the parade, with the likes of Busta Rhymes, Ciara, Mickey Guyton, and more set to entertain the crowd. The parade will also feature 26 performers, 11 marching bands, and nine performance groups, creating a lively and diverse showcase of talent for audiences to enjoy.
Float master John Cheney and his team have been hard at work creating new floats for the parade, including a Pop Mart float with a giant Labubu and a Stranger Things float complete with a life-size Demogorgon. The attention to detail is evident, with extravagant designs and elaborate decorations that capture the essence of pop culture in each float.
In addition to the new floats, there will be a host of familiar and beloved balloons making their way through the parade route, including Snoopy, Spider-Man, and Pikachu. Exciting additions like Buzz Lightyear, Mario, and Shrek’s Onion Carriage will join the lineup, adding to the magic and wonder of the event.
The Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade is not just a parade but a celebration of tradition, creativity, and entertainment that brings joy to millions of spectators each year. With a mix of new and familiar elements, this year’s parade promises to be a memorable and enchanting experience for all who tune in to watch the festivities unfold.