The 98th annual Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade is set to take over Manhattan on Thursday, Nov. 28, and if you want to catch all the action online without cable, here’s how to do it.
Thanksgiving Parade Streaming Deals
Macy’s iconic parade returns, and this year, you can save big with Peacock’s Black Friday deal to watch the festivities. Starting at 8:30 a.m. ET on NBC and streaming on Peacock, the parade will march through its traditional 2.5-mile route from the Upper West Side to Midtown. Hosted by Apples Never Fall star and Macy’s holiday ambassador Alison Brie, the event promises an exciting lineup. Brie shared, “I’m bringing my whole family to New York to cut the ribbon and watch the parade in person. I love the parade; it’s iconic. I’m a huge Peanuts fan.”
Quick Guide: Watching the Parade Online
- Date: Nov. 28
- Time: 5:30 a.m. PT / 8:30 a.m. ET
- Channel: NBC
- Stream: Peacock
The easiest way to watch the parade without cable is by signing up for Peacock. New subscribers can get six months of Peacock Premium for $1.99 per month with the code REALDEALMONTHLY or $19.99 for one year with the code REALDEAL. This Black Friday promotion ends Dec. 2, and after that, the subscription auto-renews at $7.99 per month or $79.99 annually.
What to Expect at the Parade
This year, more than 34 elaborate floats, 22 balloons, 7 ballonicles, and countless live performances will entertain spectators. Expect characters from Marvel, Disney, Gabby’s Dollhouse, Pokemon, Kung Fu Panda, Paw Patrol, Bluey, Star Wars, and more to make appearances.
Other Ways to Stream the Parade
Besides Peacock, here are more options to stream the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade online:
DirecTV Stream: Free five-day trial, with options for premium channels and sports.
Fubo: Seven-day free trial and $30 off the first month for new subscribers.
Hulu+Live TV: Three-day free trial with Disney+ and ESPN+ included.
Sling: Half off the first month of live TV streaming.
Performers at the Parade
Look forward to performances from stars like Idina Menzel, Jennifer Hudson, Kylie Minogue, The Temptations, Jimmy Fallon and The Roots, T-Pain, and many more. The procession will also include 11 marching bands, 28 crown crews, and various performance groups.
Viewing in Person
If you’re in New York and want to see the parade live, it kicks off at 8:30 a.m. local time at West 77th Street and Central Park West. The best viewing spots include the west side of Central Park West from West 75th to West 61st streets, and along 6th Avenue between West 59th to West 38th streets.
Enjoy the parade whether you’re streaming online or watching in person!
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