The nearly century-old holiday tradition also provided a stage for activists.
Tag: Parades
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What It Takes for the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade Balloons to Fly in N.Y.C.
Behind the city’s painstaking operation to test balloons and clear streets for Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade.
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Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade 2023: Start Time, Lineup and How to Watch
Stepping off a half-hour earlier than usual, this year’s parade will include 31 floats, 25 balloons and performances by Jon Batiste and Cher.
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Thanksgiving Day Parade Marches On Despite Boycott Against Nonbinary Performers
A right-wing group that has been designated a hate group is planning to protest the New York City parade because of the inclusion of two nonbinary performers.
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Tompkins Square Dog Parade Draws Thousands After Near Cancellation
After almost being canceled because of financial constraints, about 15,000 people and more than 600 pups turned out for the annual parade on Saturday — nearly doubling last year’s attendance.