The parade is FREE, so find a spot along the parade route early! In order to get a good viewing spot we suggest you arrive before 8:00am to stake your place along the route. If you are really serious about being in the front row, consider arriving before 7:00am. If you plan to show up early dress warmly, but in layers. Forecast is for a warm day! Around 60 degrees (16 degrees Celsius)
Detailed Parade Route The parade will begin at 77th Street and Central Park West, marching south on Central Park West, then turning east onto Central Park South. At 7th Avenue, the parade will turn south and march down to and across 42nd Street to 6th Avenue, then south on 6th Avenue and west on 34th Street to Herald's Square, ending at Macy's.
Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade Public Viewing Areas
Central Park West:
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