Watch Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade Live Stream online
As reported in September, this year’s Thanksgiving parade will be a virtual event. For the millions who watch the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade online or on television, it won’t be too different.
New York decided that they would make some changes to the parade today to keep large crowds from gathering and potentially spreading COVID-19.
As usual NBC will broadcast the 2020 Thanksgiving parade live and will also stream it online for viewers to watch on computers and mobile devices. The broadcast and online live stream will be from 9am to 12 noon eastern time.
Watch the live stream of the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade Online
As reported earlier, today’s parade will have all of its signature floats, performers and of course, Santa Claus. However, this year’s parade will not be open to public attendance.
“Under the unique challenges of these unparalleled times, we felt it was important to continue this cherished holiday tradition that has been the opening act to the holiday season for generations of families,” said Susan Tercero, executive producer of Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. “While it will certainly look different in execution, this year’s Macy’s Parade celebration will once again serve its historical purpose – to bring joy into the hearts of millions across the nation.”
NBC is anticipating that more than 50 million will watch the parade on television or online. The 2020 parade route will not be the usual 2.5 mile route, but rather will be staged around the Herald Square area in Manhattan. Additionally, all participants will wear masks and maintain social distancing protocols.