Travel to Experience These Amazing Thanksgiving Parades

The busiest travel season is upon us, with more than 54 million people traveling this Thanksgiving weekend. Learn how you can make the most of your trip, whether it’s back home or to a new city, by seeing one of these great Thanksgiving Day parades to get into the holiday spirit.

1. New York City, New York

Debuting in 1924, New York’s Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade is one of the most famous in the world. Bringing in 44 million television viewers and three million live attendees, this parade showcases out-of-this-world inflatables next to Manhattan’s beautiful skyline. If you plan on attending this parade, it’s recommended to arrive at 6 a.m., or earlier, to get a good spot.

2. Chicago, Illinois

Will you be ringing in the holiday season in the Windy City? Head downtown to watch the Chicago Thanksgiving Day Parade, featuring balloons, marching bands and more! This parade is typically one of the chilliest in the country, be sure to pack warm clothes and blankets.

3. Plymouth, Massachusetts

The lore of Thanksgiving is brought-to-life on the historic streets of Plymouth for three days the weekend before Thanksgiving. This parade also has a craft beer garden, family fun center, local food truck village and concert!

4. Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Known as the oldest Thanksgiving parade in the country, the 1.4-mile Philadelphia Thanksgiving Day Parade features 1.4-miles of family-friendly entertainment. This Philadelphian tradition began in 1920 and hasn’t missed a year since.

5. Houston, Texas

Locals and visitors all flock to downtown Houston for Thanksgiving entertainment. This parade features live concerts, marching bands, floats and balloons, all with Houston’s Texan charm. Travel tip: Purchase saved seats ahead of time so you won’t have to wake up early to stake out a spot.

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