How To Watch the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade 2024
Catch the iconic New York City parade on NBC and Peacock this Thanksgiving.
Thanksgiving wouldn’t be complete without oversized balloons and epic lip-synced performances. Fortunately, you can watch the 98th Annual Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade live on NBC and Peacock. It’ll air from 8:30 a.m. to noon (in all time zones!) on Thursday, November 28.
Keep reading to learn more about how to catch the Macy’s Thanksgiving Parade on TV. You won’t want to miss its numerous musical acts (including Dan + Shay and Kylie Minogue), 17 character balloons (look out for Goku from Dragon Ball DAIMA), 11 marching bands, 700 clowns, and three Broadway shows.
What channel shows the Thanksgiving Day Parade?
The 2024 Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade will air on NBC, Telemundo, and Peacock. You can access NBC and Telemundo through almost any cable package or an over-the-air (OTA) antenna.
Wondering which channel to turn to for NBC in your region? We’ve got you covered. Check if your city is on our table below, or head to our NBC guide for a more extensive list.
| City | Local affiliate channel |
|---|---|
| Chicago, IL | 5 (WMAQ-TV) |
| Colorado Springs, CO | 5 (KOAA-TV) |
| Houston, TX | 2 (KPRC-TV) |
| Las Vegas, NV | 3 (KSNV) |
| Los Angeles, CA | 4 (KNBC) |
| New York, NY | 4 (WNBC) |
| Phoenix, AZ | 12 (KPNX) |
| Rochester, NY | 10 (WHEC-TV) |
| Salt Lake City, UT | 5 (KSL-TV) |
| San Antonio, TX | 4 (WOAI-TV) |
Data effective as of post date.
Looking for the Chicago parade? You can watch the Chicago Thanksgiving Parade on the Pluto TV Christmas channel. It’ll stream live from 8:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. CT on Thursday, November 28, with on-demand access available if you’re busy that morning.
2024 Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade schedule
The 2024 Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade will be a three-and-a-half-hour celebration, airing from 8:30 a.m. to noon in all time zones. Today’s Savannah Guthrie, Hoda Kotb, and Al Roker will host the NBC and Peacock broadcast, while Carlos Adyan and Andrea Meza will lead the Telemundo simulcast.
The night before the parade hits the streets of NYC, NBC’s Countdown to Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade will offer a behind-the-scenes look at the iconic floats, balloons, and bands. After all, haven’t you always wondered how these incredible creations come to life?
Data effective as of post date. Times and availability of Telemundo broadcast and NBC encore may vary by location.
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How to watch the Macy’s parade without cable
Even if you don’t want to set up an OTA antenna (although we’d really recommend it), you can still stream the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade this November. NBC is a local channel, so it’s available on several live TV streaming services, including YouTube TV, Hulu + Live TV, and Fubo.
You can also catch the Thanksgiving parade live on Peacock, NBC’s standalone streaming service—which often rolls out exciting Black Friday deals during Thanksgiving week. Even better, Xfinity Internet customers can bundle Peacock, Netflix, and Apple TV+ for just $15 a month with StreamSaver. That’s a steal for Peanuts fans because you can catch the Snoopy float on Peacock and cozy up with A Charlie Brown Thanksgiving on Apple TV+ afterward.
Peacock plans and prices
Data effective as of post date. Offers and availability may vary by location and are subject to change.
How to watch the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade FAQ
Where can I stream the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade?
You can stream this year’s Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade on Peacock or any live TV streaming service that offers NBC, such as DIRECTV STREAM, Hulu + Live TV, and YouTube TV.
How can I watch the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade for free?
You can watch the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade for free using an over-the-air antenna to pick up your local NBC station. But if you’re in a time crunch, you can sign up for a DIRECTV STREAM or Fubo free trial to tune in without paying.
What time is the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade on TV?
The 2024 Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade will air on Thursday, November 28, from 8:30 a.m. to noon in all time zones. An encore presentation will follow the National Dog Show at 2:00 p.m. ET.
Who's performing at the 2024 Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade?
This year’s Macy’s Thanksgiving Parade will include music performances by Dan + Shay, Idina Menzel, Jennifer Hudson, Jimmy Fallon & The Roots, Kylie Minogue, The Temptations, and more. It’ll also feature Broadway numbers from Death Becomes Her, Hell’s Kitchen, and The Outsiders.
