Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade 2017: Know the Parade's Start Time and Route; Watch the Live Stream and See Who's Performing
Apart from the big sales and discounts this month, Macy's parade and concert has also become part of America's Thanksgiving Day celebrations.
With still weeks to go before Thanksgiving Day, Macy's has already announced the parade's start time and its route for people who want to attend the celebration. Meanwhile, those who will not be able to leave their homes or are far from the Big Apple can still join through watching the livestream.
Start Time and Parade Route
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Based on Macy's official website, the parade starts at 9 a.m. EST on Thursday, Nov. 23 -- aka this year's Thanksgiving Day.
The parade will start at the corner of 77th Street and Central Park West and marches on to Columbus Circle. It will then take a turn to Central Park South before marching down to 6th Avenue. Once the procession reaches 34th Street, it will turn to the west until it arrives at 7th Avenue or the front of Macy's Herald Square store.
Just like in the previous years, one of the highlights of the parade for children are the larger-than-life balloons of famous cartoon characters. This year, the featured balloons are Olaf, PAW Patrol, The Grinch and Jett from "Super Wings."
The parade is anticipated to conclude by noon.
Where to Watch the Live Stream
According to a news release, Macy's will continue its partnership with NBCUniversal and Verizon to allow people who cannot be in New York City to still join the celebration.
As soon as the parade starts, a 360-degree livestream also begins via Verizon's official YouTube page. Meanwhile, NBC will also air the celebration as it happens.
Lineup of Performers
Once the parade settles in front of Macy's Herald Square, a long list of performers will go up on Macy's signature floating stages. Some of the music artists included in the lineup are 98 Degrees, Andra Day & Common, Angelica Hale from "America's Got Talent," Flo Rida, Goo Goo Dolls, Jimmy Fallon & The Roots, Smokey Robinson, and more.
The famous Radio City Rockettes are also going to perform that day. Meanwhile, a long list of marching bands from various cities in the United States will also join the eventful day.
It is going to be the 91st Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade.
