Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade 2024: Rain or Shine?
The Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade is set to take place on Thursday, November 28th, 2024, in New York City, rain or shine! While the forecast predicts rain, Macy's has confirmed the parade will proceed as planned.
<img src="https://media.nbcnewyork.com/2024/11/Thanksgiving-Parade-Forecast-2.png?resize=218%2C123&quality=85&strip=all" alt="Thanksgiving Parade Forecast">Fortunately, wind speeds are expected to remain below the critical threshold for balloon inflation, ensuring the iconic giant balloons will grace the streets. However, attendees are urged to prepare for chilly, wet conditions with raincoats and layers.
Thanksgiving Day Weather Forecast
Expect showers beginning early Thursday morning (around 4 or 5 a.m.), persisting throughout the day and into the evening. The Catskills and Poconos regions may see snowfall.
<img src="https://media.nbcnewyork.com/2024/11/1128-Rain-Timeline.png?resize=218%2C123&quality=85&strip=all" alt="Rain Timeline"><img src="https://media.nbcnewyork.com/2024/11/Regional-Travel-Forecast-Day-3-PM-Travel.png?resize=218%2C123&quality=85&strip=all" alt="Regional Travel Forecast">Parade Details
- Date: Thursday, November 28th, 2024
- Time: 8:30 a.m. to 12 p.m.
- Start Location: West 77th Street and Central Park West
- Route: The parade will travel along Central Park West, around Columbus Circle, down Central Park South, and down 6th Avenue to Macy's Herald Square.
- Important Note: Umbrellas are prohibited along the parade route.
Best Viewing Spots
Consider these locations, keeping in mind the areas that restrict public viewing:
- Central Park West (between West 60th and West 77th Streets)
- Central Park South
- 6th Avenue (between West 38th Streets and Central Park South)
Restricted Areas:
- West 77th Street and Central Park West
- Central Park West (between West 59th and West 60th Streets)
- Columbus Circle
- 6th Avenue (between West 34th & West 38th Streets)
- West 34th Street (between 6th & 7th Avenues)
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