Jennifer Hudson, Coco Jones, T-Pain and more will perform in the Macy’s Thanksgiving Parade in 2024. Here’s how to watch

NEW YORK (AP) – The holiday season truly begins when massive helium balloons begin to float above New York City. The Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade — two years to the a centesimal birthday — this yr there will be 17 giant balloons with characters, 22 floats, 15 progressive and historic inflatables, 11 marching bands, 700 clowns, 10 performance groups and more stars than will fit around the table.

The parade begins rain or shine on Manhattan’s Upper West Side and ends at Macy’s Herald Square flagship store on thirty fourth Street, which serves as the stage and backdrop for the performances.

Here’s the most significant details about the parade and how to watch it.

What time does the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade start?

For the second yr in a row, the Thursday parade begins at 8:30 a.m. in all time zones.

What channel is the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade on?

It will air on NBC, available over-the-air or through cable and satellite providers.

What if I would like to stream it?

For the Cord Cutters, the parade is broadcast on Peacock, with an encore broadcast starting at 2:00 PM ET/PST. A simulcast in Spanish will even be available on Telemundo.

What will the weather be like?

It could also be a wet day – the forecast predicts rain with temperatures above 40 degrees, clouds and winds of around 16 km/h. New York law prohibits Macy’s from flying full-size balloons if sustained winds exceed 23 mph or gusts exceed 35 mph.

Who are a few of the stars performing?

This yr there are more stars than ever. Grammy, Oscar, Emmy and Tony winner Jennifer Hudson will perform, in addition to global pop icon and Grammy winner Kylie Minogue and Tony, Grammy and Emmy winner Billy Porter.

Someone else?

Reality TV shows Ariana Madix, Broadway fan Idina Menzel, hip-hop lover T-Pain, members of WNBA champion New York Liberty and country duo Dan + Shay. Other musical artists include: War and Treaty, Lea Salonga, Loud Luxury, The Temptations, Chlöe, Jimmy Fallon & The Roots and Coco Jones. It will begin with a performance by the “Glow” actor. Alison Brie ribbon cutting.

Who hosts the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade?

For those watching on TV or in your computer, a trio of stalwart hosts — Savannah Guthrie, Hoda Kotb AND Al Roker from “Today”. But this yr could also be more emotional because it could be Kotb’s last – for her last official day on “Today” it will be January tenth.

What are the recent balloons?

There will be six recent character balloons, including Minnie Mouse, “Noorah the Amazing” with Elf on the Shelf, Gabby from “Gabby’s Dollhouse”, Goku from “Dragon Ball”, Marshall from “Paw Patrol” and the recent “Spider Man” “

What about recent floats?

New platforms include Disney Cruise Line, Haribo, “Wednesday” from Netflix, Universal Orlando Resorts and “The Grannies Car” from BBC Studios’ “Bluey.” Nickelodeon and Paramount’s “Dora the Explorer” will have each a float and a balloon. One recent swimmer will attract attention Rao food brand, depicting a knight and a dragon in battle, fabricated from real pasta elements. Another will have a good time the one hundred and twenty fifth anniversary of the Bronx Zoo with performances of a tiger, a giraffe, a zebra and a gorilla.

Is your state represented by any of the teams?

Marching bands will come from Massachusetts, Indiana, Tennessee, Texas, Arkansas, South Dakota, Georgia, South Carolina, West Virginia and, in fact, New York.