Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade Celebrates 98th Year with New Balloons and Star Performers Despite Rain

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- The 98th annual Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade features 22 balloons and 34 floats.
- Hosts Savannah Guthrie, Hoda Kotb, and Al Roker lead NBC’s coverage.
- New balloons include Minnie Mouse and Spider-Man, with performances from Jennifer Hudson.
- Attendees enjoy the parade despite rain, wearing ponchos and umbrellas.
- The parade route is 2.5 miles long, starting at West 77th Street.
- It features 28 entertainers and 11 marching bands, including Santa Claus.
- Macy’s CEO Tony Spring discussed the logistics of the parade.
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