New York City is preparing for a milestone Thanksgiving celebration as Macy’s unveils the entertainment lineup for its 100th Thanksgiving Day Parade.
“Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade brings the extraordinary together: iconic entertainers and emerging talent, artistry and imagination, hometown pride, cherished traditions and the thrill of discovering something new,” said Sharon Otterman, Macy’s chief marketing officer. “For our 100th Parade, we’re creating a celebration of unprecedented scale and will deliver an unforgettable Thanksgiving for millions across the country.”
The centennial celebration will feature a lineup of musical acts including Baha Men, Natasha Bedingfield, Blues Traveler, DEVO, Feid, Mckenna Grace, Icona Pop, Il Volo, Indigo Girls, Jimmy Fallon & The Roots, JoJo, Wyclef Jean, Queen Latifah, Natalie Merchant, Jamie Miller, Ryan Peter Murphy, Leslie Odom Jr., Keke Palmer, Anthony Ramos, RIIZE, and Smash Mouth.
The parade will also welcome special guests Melissa Joan Hart, Jack McBrayer, Janet McTeer, Holly Robinson Peete, and Rodney Peete. Other highlights include a tribute to Dolly Parton led by Megan Hilty and a featured performance by EJAE.
Macy’s will announce additional talent at a later date.
The parade will feature 100 larger-than-life inflatables traveling through Manhattan, combining returning favorites with several new additions.
Among the new additions are Buckaroo Bob the Minion by Illumination, Universal Orlando’s original Earl the Squirrel character, and a Sorcerer’s Apprentice Mickey Mouse.
The Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade will broadcast live on Thursday, November 26, from 8:30 a.m. to noon on NBC and Telemundo, with streaming available on Peacock.
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