For spectators who want to see the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade balloons without the same crowds (and rain) that are likely on Thursday, the balloon inflation on Wednesday afternoon is always a popular option.

The national television broadcast will set up shop between West 38th Street and West 34th Street and will be blocked off from the public. Public viewing is also not available at the parade's end at Macy's Herald Square. This includes West 34th Street between Broadway and 7th Avenue.

Get a first look at this year's new Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade floats 02:16. NEW YORK -- The iconic balloons are coming to life for the 2024 Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade in

The First Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade actually started as a Christmas Parade with live animals instead of balloons!

The show must go on and the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade will go on rain or shine, Macy’s tells NBC New York. The parade is scheduled for Thursday in New York City and unfortunately, the forecast looks rainy.

The Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade takes over Manhattan on the holiday. It starts at 77th St and Central Park West and heads down to 34th Street to Macy's Herald Square. Nope! It's free and open to the public. Just be prepared to show up early to claim a spot along the parade route.

It’s Wednesday. We’ll look ahead to the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade and why Macy’s has more to worry about than bad weather. We’ll also get details on why City Hall is rushing to close a migrant shelter in Brooklyn before President-elect Donald Trump takes office in January.