The holiday season kicks off as the 99th Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade steps off in Manhattan on Thursday, Nov. 27, following its traditional 2.5-mile route from 77th Street and Central Park West down to Herald Square.

The annual spectacle, which draws millions of viewers on TV and thousands along the streets, will once again fill New York City with giant balloons, elaborate floats and star-packed performances.

The parade begins Thursday, Nov. 27, at 8:30 a.m. ET, airing on NBC. fuboTV customers will need an alternative streaming service due to an ongoing NBC blackout on the streaming service.

Cord-cutters can sign up for DIRECTV (5-day free trial) to watch live.

Where to watch the 2025 Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade live and on demand for free

Viewers without cable can stream

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