2025 Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade: How to watch today, start time, where to stream and more

The 99th Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade is set to kick off on Thursday, November 27, at 8:30 a.m. ET/5:30 a.m. PT, with an encore broadcast airing on NBC at 2 p.m. ET/PT.

Viewers can catch the parade live on NBC or stream it on Peacock, which offers a three-angle multi-view option. The event features performances by notable artists including Cynthia Erivo, Lainey Wilson, Ciara, and more. Additionally, K-Pop Demon Hunters fans will be thrilled to see balloons featuring Derpy and Sussie, along with a performance by EJAE, Audrey Nuna, and REI AMI.

The parade itself lasts roughly 3.5 hours, concluding at 12 p.m. ET/9 a.m. PT. A free streaming option is available on Peacock for Walmart+ members, who receive a complimentary subscription to the service as part of their membership.

Six new floats will debut this year, including The Land of Ice & Wonder by Holland America Line and Brick-tastic Winter Mountain by The LEGO Group. Other features include 32 balloons, three balloonicles, 27 floats, 33 clown groups, 11 marching bands, and numerous performances by various artists.

Savannah Guthrie, Hoda Kotb, and Al Roker will host NBC's broadcast of the parade for the fourth consecutive year. The event offers a range of entertainment options, including live TV broadcasts on NBC and Peacock streaming.

Walmart+ members can access Peacock Premium at no additional cost as part of their membership package. For non-members, Peacock offers an ad-supported subscription plan starting at $10.99 per month, with the option to upgrade to an ad-free premium plan for $16.99 per month.
 
omg, the macys parade is like, totally my fave event of the year πŸŽ‰! but i'm kinda bummed that walmart+ members get a free peacock subscription... it feels like they're making it harder for ppl to watch without paying extra. and dont even get me started on the balloon design this yr - derpy & sussie are my faves, btw πŸ’–. also, i love how they're featuring more diverse artists and performers in the parade. its like, a cool way to spread some positivity and joy during the holidays πŸŽ„. and can we talk about the floats? 6 new ones this yr is amazing! 🀩
 
πŸ€” I'm so over these parades... Who thought it was a good idea to wake up the whole country on Thanksgiving Day? πŸ•°οΈ Can't we just sleep in and watch it online or something? 😴 And why do they have to start so early?! 5:30 am PT is crazy! 🌞 I mean, I love Cindy Erivo as much as the next person but can't she perform at a decent hour for once? 🎢
 
omg i'm so down for the 99th Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade this year πŸŽ‰πŸ‘€ been waiting all year for it! i love the k-pop balloons especially derpy and susie are so cute 😍 cant wait to see cynthia erivo and lainey wilson perform too. and yay for walmart+ members getting a free peacock premium subscription that's like a win-win 🎁 also loving that there will be six new floats debuting this year sounds like it's gonna be an epic parade!
 
omg u guys its finally that time of year again πŸŽ‰ the macys thanksgiving day parade is literally the best part of november i love how they always get these amazing artists to perform live it's going to be lit πŸ’₯ and can we talk about the new balloons tho derpy and sussie from demon hunters are going to be so cool πŸ˜‚ i'm lowkey hoping the weather holds up for the parade but fingers crossed it'll still be a sick show 🀞
 
Omg, I'm so down for this year's Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade πŸŽ‰πŸ¦ƒ! The lineup of performers sounds amazing, I love Ciara and Cynthia Erivo as artists πŸ™Œ. And can we talk about the balloons?! Derpy and Sussie from Demon Hunters are going to be EVERYWHERE 🀣. But what's up with all these new floats? 6 new ones this year is a lot! Will they change the parade much or will it still feel like the same old thing? I'm curious to see how Walmart+ is impacting the streaming experience, my friend got us Peacock Premium and it's been great πŸ“Ί. Anyone else super stoked for Thanksgiving Day Parade? πŸ˜„
 
omg, i'm so stoked for the 99th Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade πŸŽ‰πŸ¦ƒ! its one of those classic american traditions that never gets old πŸ€—. and this year they've got some awesome performers lined up, including ciara & cynthia erivo πŸ’ƒπŸ½πŸŽΆ. i'm also low-key excited to see the new balloons featuring Derpy & Sussie from demon hunters πŸ˜‚πŸ‘». plus, who doesn't love a good k-pop performance πŸ•Ί? anyway, if you're planning on tuning in, make sure to check it out live on nbc or stream it on peacock - its gonna be a blast! πŸ‘
 
omg, 3.5 hours of parades and floats... that's a whole lotta turkey tryin' to cram into one day πŸ¦ƒπŸ˜‚. but seriously, can't wait to see the balloons, especially Derpy and Sussie from Demon Hunters - those K-Pop fans are gonna lose their minds πŸ’₯! and hey, at least we've got Savannah, Hoda, and Al Roker hosting it - that trio's always a blast πŸ˜„. anyone else getting ready for some serious holiday cheer (and possibly a food coma)? πŸ°πŸ‘€
 
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