Macys Thanksgiving Day Parade

USA (New York)November3.5 million spectators

LocationUSA (New York)

WhenNovember

Attendance3.5 million spectators

About Macys Thanksgiving Day Parade

Marched since 1924 as a store employee celebration. Giant character balloons debuted in 1927. The 2.5 mile route ends at 34th Street. Millions more watch on television. Santa closes the parade to open the holiday season.

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