The Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade kicked off Thursday in New York City, with new balloons depicting Buzz Lightyear and Pac-Man taking to the skies, as well as float favourites such as Tom Turkey gracing the streets.

Checkout the spectacle — which started on Manhattan's Upper West Side and ended at Macy's Herald Square flagship store on 34th Street — featuring 34 balloons, 28 floats, 11 marching bands and other performers.

People watch from balconies as the Stuart the Minion balloon flies during the parade.

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Spectators react as they watch the spectacle.

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The new Mario balloon by Nintendo flies during the parade.

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Music artist Shaggy, right, who was among 29 performers this year, is on the Jennie-

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