It seems like yesterday was Halloween and now before you know it, Thanksgiving. When is the Macy's Thanksgiving Parade anyway and what's the history of it.
When you set your alarm for the early morning dance with the turkey next week don't forget about the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade. Thanksgiving and the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade are next Thursday, November 28th.
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For kids of all ages, the annual Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade means one thing: awesome floats. And no time were they more awesome than during the '80s and '90s.
Whether it's lavish spectacles that bring cherished childhood favorites (He-Man, Sonic the Hedgehog) to life or guest appearances from stars like The Backstreet Boys and ALF, parade floats from years past provide a nostalgic w
Millions of Americans tune in to watch the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade, but this year the parade could have a very different look.There is a nasty storm headed to the east coast that might keep many of the iconic balloons grounded or keep some floats out of the parade.
Apparently music, politics, and parades don't mix well. Case in point; Joan Jett and the Blackhearts was going to perform on a float representing South Dakota in the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade this year, but she will be moved to another float after ranchers in the state protested because Jett is a supporter of PETA.
For many families including mine, it is a tradition to get up early on Thanksgiving to watch the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade, or at least early enough to see Santa Clause at the end. This year the parade celebrates it's 86th year on Thanksgiving (November, 22nd 2012). Here is all the viewing info for this years parade.