Watch Macy’s thanksgiving day parade online live stream for free: Watch Macy’s thanksgiving day parade online live stream for free: Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade celebrates its 80th Anniversary! First time parade host Meredith Vieira joins veteran Matt Lauer for this spectacular, annual celebration.

America’s favorite Thanksgiving Day parade features all the amazing pageantry, fun and surprises that have made this annual New York City extravaganza a perennial favorite. Heralding the start of the Christmas season, this beloved holiday parade features colorful grand floats, lively marching bands, amazing character balloons and special performances by some of today’s hottest stars and Broadway performers — plus an appearance by Santa Claus.

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