Performers such as Idina Menzel, Dan + Shay, T-Pain and more accompanied the larger-than-life floats coming down Sixth Avenue
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The Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade is always a sight to behold and this year was no different.
As usual, the event drew large crowds and was filled with larger-than-life balloons, festive floats and exciting performances. Jennifer Hudson, Idina Menzel, Dan + Shay, T-Pain and Chlöe Bailey were among the event’s performers while onlookers also got to see six new balloons — including Minnie Mouse! — make their debut down Sixth Avenue today.
Below, see some of the photos from the 2024 Macy’s Thanksgiving Parade.
Gobble Gobble
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Tom Turkey looked as grand as ever making his way down Sixth Avenue.
Pairing with Tradition
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Charli D’Amelio wore an apropos brown coat as she made her Macy’s Thanksgiving Parade debut on the Tom Turkey float.
Heralding the Crowd
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Billy Porter opened the show with a rendition of “Ease on Down the Road” from The Wiz.
Paling About
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It simply wouldn’t be the Macy’s Thanksgiving parade without an appearance from Snoopy. The beloved cartoon pup was accompanied by Woodstock on his hat.
Grand Debut
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Though Mickey Mouse has long been a staple in the parade, Mini Mouse made her debut in today’s procession.
Pow Pow
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Kung Fu Panda’s Po also brought some action to the parade…
All ‘Z’ Fun
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… and so did the Goku balloon.
Decked in White
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An angelic Ariana Madix waved to onlookers from her float.
Ode to Wedneday
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Bishop Briggs accompanied the Wednesday float, which was also recently added to the procession. She performed a cover of the Rolling Stones’ “Paint It Black.”
Weathering the Elements
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Al Roker and Jimmy Fallon powered through the rainy New York during the show.
Getting Merry
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Alison Brie leaned into the spirit of the season in a Christmas-red starry ensemble.
Into the Spider-verse
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The Spider-Man balloon looked enormous coming down Central Park West.
Top Performer
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T-Pain appeared on the Jennie-O golden turkey float. The rapper showcased his killer dancing skills and performed a medley of his hits “Good Life,” “Buy U a Drank (Shawty Snappin’),” “Low” and “All I Do Is Win.”
Peace Out
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Alex Warren flashes a peace sign while on Kinder’s workshop-in-the-clouds float. He performed his hit “Carry You Home.”
Letting It All Go
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Another performer, Idina Menzel appeared to be having a good time while on the Bronx Zoo’s “Wondrous World of Wildlife” float.
Country Strong
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Dan + Shay brought a little bit of country to the festivities. The musical pair performed their song “Officially Christmas” from their recent festive project, It’s Officially Christmas: The Double Album
Sesame Fest
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Actress Lea Salonga cheerily kicked it with some of the Sesame Street gang while on their float.
Getting Cozy
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Jessica Chastain kept warm in the VIP Hospitality Suite at Macy’s Herald Square.
Making Friends
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Also in the VIP Suite, Flavor Flav kicks it with Kelly Salvaggio — who’s made dozens of his clock necklaces over the years.
Shimmer and Shine
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Sherri Shepherd brought the glitz to Macy’s VIP Hospitality Suite.
Happy, Happy
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Chlöe Bailey brought her bright smile and infectious energy to the Toys “R” Us float.
Keeping Dry
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New Kids on the Block’s Joey McIntyre avoided the rain with an umbrella and a poncho.
Smile and Wave
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Coco Jones donned a furry coat as she showed up to perform her “Here We Go (Uh Oh)” for the audience.
