Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade Returns to NYC
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Before America gets turnt on turkey and settles in to watch some football, all eyes turn to Manhattan during the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade. This November, after a year where celebrations looked so very different, things are gradually starting to get back to normal. The annual pageant of floats, cheerleaders, clowns, marching bands, giant balloons, dancers, Broadway performances and celebs is one of the best NYC events in November.
"For our 95th celebration, we are delighted to return this cherished holiday tradition closer to its original form as we march down the streets of New York City and into the homes of a nationwide audience," says executive producer of the parade, Will Cross. The parade has been a "New York City institution for more than nine decades, growing to become an icon of American pop culture as it annually marks the official start of the holiday season."
There will be some new and notable balloon additions! Look out for Ada Twist, Scientist from the new Netflix show, a larger-than-life Grogu balloon inspired by The Child Funko Pop, and in sweet homage to Tony Sarg is Toni the Bear, named after the great balloon parade pioneer.
Most people have never heard of Tony Sarg, yet his role in creating the parade we all know and love today is undeniable as the inventor of the high-flying character balloons. In 1935, he also created the first ever mechanically animated window displays for Macy's department store. His genius inventions have gifted New Yorkers and all who visit, with beautiful memories to last a lifetime.
When is the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade?
Thanksgiving, of course, but just to be clear, November 25th 2021
Where can we see the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade live?
The Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade usually starts at 77th St and Central Park West and heads down to 34th Street to Macy's Herald Square.
What time does the Macy's Thanksgiving Parade Start?
Parade shenanigans kick off promptly at 9am and ends at noon.
Who is performing in the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade?
Marching bands, cheer squads, and specialty group performances originally slated for the 2020 parade, but a full line-up will be announced. Last year, celebrities were filmed for a TV-only version of the parade. Marching bands that had been planning to participate in the 2020 parade will be taking part in this year's parade instead.
How are officials keeping parade spectators safe this year?
To once again safely produce the annual Thanksgiving celebration, Macy's partnered closely with the City and State of New York to create an event production plan that would ensure health and safety practices are aligned with current CDC guidelines, as well as local and state government protocols.
The city will manage public viewing locations and safety procedures along designated portions of the route. Details on the exact public viewing locations, including viewing maps, entry guidelines, and restrictions, will be announced in November. Spectators are encouraged to check macys.com/parade in advance of their travel to the parade route.
For its participants and staff, Macy's will put in place several health and safety procedures across all areas of the production, including:
All volunteer participants and staff will be vaccinated. A few exceptions may be made at the discretion of Macy's and its medical consultant, in which case a COVID-19 test will be administered.
Participants and staff, regardless of vaccination status, will wear face coverings and additional protective equipment. As appropriate, exceptions may include singers, dancers, and musicians who are performing.
Macy's will reduce the overall number of parade participants.
Social distancing practices will be in place at all interior/exterior parade operations.
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