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Macy’s Balloonfest 2021 Complete Guide

For many New Yorkers and holiday visitors, the best part of the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade is the night before, watching the world-famous parade balloons get inflated with helium and pop into life one leg, arm or hat at a time. Here's your complete guide to Macy's Balloonfest 2021, including hours, viewing route, and insider's tips for getting the most out of the … [Read more...] about Macy’s Balloonfest 2021 Complete Guide

Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade Fun Facts

  Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade attracts around 3.5 million spectators and is watched by another 40 or 50 million more via live broadcasts. Because everybody loves the spectacle and tradition of more than 1,500 dancers, 1,000s of clowns, and 30+ parade floats traveling downtown from the Upper West Side to Macy's flagship department store on 34th Street. Here are … [Read more...] about Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade Fun Facts