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The 99th Annual Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade kicks off the holiday season in NYC: photos

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The Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade making its's way down Central Park West in Manhattan on Nov. 27, 2025.
The Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade making its way down Central Park West in Manhattan on Nov. 27, 2025. AP Photo/Eduardo Munoz Alvarez

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The Tom Turkey float kicking off the parade .
The Tom Turkey float kicking off the parade . Stephen Yang for the NY Post

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A Mario balloon floating near the beginning of the parade route.
A Mario balloon floating near the beginning of the parade route. Stephen Yang for the NY Post

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Cynthia Erivo performing at the beginning of the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade.
Cynthia Erivo performing at the beginning of the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. Erik Pendzich/Shutterstock

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Ciara striking a pose at the start of the parade.
Ciara striking a pose at the start of the parade. Kevin Mazur/Getty Images

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People waiting on the sidewalk for the parade.
People waiting on the sidewalk for the parade to pass by in Manhattan. AP Photo/Heather Khalifa

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Young performers in Christmas outfits waving as they prepare to march in the Thanksgiving parade.
Young performers in Christmas outfits waving as they prepare to march in the Thanksgiving parade. Erik Pendzich/Shutterstock

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A Buzz Lightyear float charging down the parade route.
A Buzz Lightyear float charging down the parade route. Matthew McDermott

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Laura Condie, 7, has been at the parade since 6 a.m.
Laura Condie, 7, has been at the parade since 6 a.m. Georgett Roberts/NY Post

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The SpongeBob SquarePants float at the parade.
The SpongeBob SquarePants float at the parade. Kevin Mazur/Getty Images

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“Peanuts” characters on a float in front of the Snoopy balloon. Matthew McDermott

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Luffy from the anime “One Piece” making an appearance. Matthew McDermott

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Greg Heffely from "Diary of a Wimpy Kid" balloon soaring at the parade.
Greg Heffely from “Diary of a Wimpy Kid” balloon soaring at the parade. Matthew McDermott

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Labubus seen in a POP CITY float in the parade.
Labubus seen in a POP CITY float in the parade. Kevin Mazur/Getty Images

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Shaggy performing on a float.
Shaggy performing on a float. Kevin Mazur/Getty Images

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A Stuart the Minion balloon making its way down the parade route.
A Stuart the Minion balloon making its way down the parade route. Matthew McDermott

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Macy's balloons heading down Sixth Avenue.
Macy’s balloons heading down Sixth Avenue. AP

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A crowd of spectators lining Sixth Avenue to watch the parade.
A crowd of spectators lining Sixth Avenue to watch the parade. AP

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A Dora the Explorer balloon seen near Central Park.
A Dora the Explorer balloon seen near Central Park. Matthew McDermott

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Young New Yorkers taking in the sights and sounds of the parade.
Young New Yorkers taking in the sights and sounds of the parade. Kevin Mazur/Getty Images

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The Spider-Man balloon swinging
The Spider-Man balloon swinging along Central Park West. Matthew McDermott

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People gathered on balconies to watch the parade.
People gathered on balconies to watch the parade. REUTERS

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The Rockettes dancing in front of Radio City Music Hall.
The Rockettes dancing in front of Radio City Music Hall. Stephen Yang for the NY Post

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A couple dressed as a Thanksgiving turkey and a reindeer watching the parade. Stephen Yang for the NY Post

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The Alcorn State University marching band performing in the parade.
The Alcorn State University marching band performing in the parade. Matthew McDermott

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The Statue of Liberty marching in the parade.
The Statue of Liberty marching in the parade. Stephen Yang for the NY Post

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Thankful New Yorkers lining the sidewalk along the parade route. Stephen Yang for the NY Post

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Annabelle, a 10-year-old from South Carolina, said she enjoyed the parade and hopes to come back to New York to see it again.
Annabelle, a 10-year-old from South Carolina, said she enjoyed the parade and hopes to come back to New York to see it again. Georgett Roberts/NY Post

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Kathy Miller, a retiree from Florida, got to attend the parade for the first time on Thursday. Georgett Roberts/NY Post

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San Francisco woman Allyson Merrigan, 30, counted the parade as a highlight of her year — in addition to her wedding. Georgett Roberts/NY Post

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Glamorous cheerleaders marching in the parade. Stephen Yang for the NY Post

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A Pac-Man balloon making it’s way down Sixth Avenue. Matthew McDermott

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A child in a festive turkey costume hanging out on the parade route. Matthew McDermott

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Scarecrow clowns spreading joy while marching near Central Park Matthew McDermott

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Clara Scott celebrating her eighth birthday tomorrow with a trip to the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. Georgett Roberts/NY Post

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New Yorkers getting a better view of the parade from the roof of a truck. Stephen Yang for the NY Post

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The Rat King rolling down Sixth Avenue. AFP via Getty Images

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A police dog celebrating the holiday with some little girls. Matthew McDermott

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A performer dressed as a deer dancing near Central Park West. Matthew McDermott

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Santa Claus closing out the parade.
Santa Claus closing out the parade. Stephen Yang for the NY Post

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