Thanksgiving Day

2024 - 11 - 29

Gobble Up These Thanksgiving Day Highlights: Parades, Proclamations, and a Splash of Rain!

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Join the celebration of Thanksgiving Day 2024 with Governor Newsom's official declaration, the epic Macy's Parade, and the joy of family and gratitude in the air!

Thanksgiving Day 2024 has officially been declared by Governor Gavin Newsom as November 28, 2024, a day that will be filled with abundance, joy, and gratitude. As families across California and beyond prepare to gather around their tables, it's a perfect opportunity to reflect on the significance of this special day. Thanksgiving is not just about the turkey or pumpkin pie; it's a time for togetherness and appreciating the blessings in life, making it an event everyone can look forward to.

As families put away their favorite recipes and prepare for the holiday season, the excitement builds for the annual Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade in New York City. This year, millions of spectators lined the sidewalks, umbrellas in hand, as raindrops danced to the rhythm of marching bands and colorful floats. Despite the wet weather, the energy remained high with beloved characters like Dora the Explorer and iconic balloons filling the sky. Jennifer Hudson, Kylie Minogue, and other performing artists made this year’s parade even more memorable, ensuring that audiences showed up regardless of the drizzle!

In addition to the dazzling floats and giant balloons, Thanksgiving is a reminder of the rich history and culture that both inspired and grew with the celebration. The U.S. Embassy proudly extends wishes of unity and gratitude, reminding everyone that Thanksgiving is not only a U.S. holiday but a day celebrated in many cultures around the world. Whether through food or shared moments, the essence of Thanksgiving blossoms wherever people come together to give thanks.

This year, as you enjoy the festivities, remember that Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade has been a cherished American tradition for nearly a century, captivating generations with its magic. And here’s an interesting tidbit: Did you know that the first parade in 1924 featured only animals from the Central Park Zoo instead of balloons? Now, these colorful, inflated figures are the stars! So grab your family and friends, count your blessings, and tune into the parade as it fills our screens with joy and laughter.

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Governor Newsom proclaims Thanksgiving Day 2024 | Governor of ... (Office of Governor Gavin Newsom)

SACRAMENTO – Governor Gavin Newsom today issued a proclamation declaring November 28, 2024, as Thanksgiving Day. The text of the proclamation and a copy can ...

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Here's how the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade is brought to life (NPR)

A team of people, including one on a tall ladder, pump up the Dora. The Dora the Explorer balloon gets pumped up for a flight over the streets of New York City ...

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OPINION | WALLY HALL: Blessings aplenty on this Thanksgiving Day (Arkansas Online)

Not just today, but every day yours truly is thankful (blessed) to have been born in Arkansas and privileged to spend most of my life here.

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Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade 2024 performances: Jennifer ... (USA TODAY)

The 98th Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade returned on a rainy Thursday on the streets of New York City, with Cynthia Erivo, Jennifer Hudson and more.

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Happy Thanksgiving! Here's how to watch the 2024 Macy's ... (Courier Journal)

It's officially Thanksgiving which means giving thanks, the start of the holiday season and the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade.

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Century-old Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade kicks off in steady rain (Voice of America)

The annual holiday tradition features new Spider-Man and Minnie Mouse balloons, zoo and pasta-themed floats, an ode to Big Apple coffee and bagels, performances ...

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How to Watch the 2024 Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade (TownandCountrymag.com)

Performers this year include Jennifer Hudson, Kylie Minogue, Billy Porter, Loud Luxury, T-Pain, Idina Menzel, and more, and Broadway shows Death Becomes Her, ...

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For Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade, Millions Line Sidewalks and ... (The New York Times)

The crowd who turned out on Thursday would do anything for a front-row seat to see the giant balloons, colorful floats and spangled marching bands in the Macy's ...

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Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade 2024: What time and how to watch ... (Austin American-Statesman)

It's time for this year's Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade! Here's when and how to watch, and what's new in 2024. Two Texas groups will be performing.

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Blessings aplenty on this Thanksgiving Day (Northwest Arkansas Democrat-Gazette)

Not just today, but every day yours truly is thankful (blessed) to have been born in Arkansas and privileged to spend most of my life here.

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Celebrating Unity, Gratitude, and Family: U.S. Embassy Wishes ... (US Embassy in Montenegro - USEmbassy.gov)

Thanksgiving is one of the most beloved holidays in the United States, celebrated every fourth Thursday in November. The holiday traces its roots back to ...

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Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade: Big balloons, wet weather and 21 ... (ABC News)

The Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade marched, soared and roared into its second century as a holiday fixture despite a drenching rain and a brief disruption ...

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2024 Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade: Live Updates ... (Today.com)

This year's event is once again filled with iconic balloons, dazzling floats and performances from some of music's top artists. The parade will air on NBC from ...

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Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade kicks off a century after its first trip ... (CNN)

A century after the first Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade, the annual holiday tradition kicks off Thursday in New York City with new Spider-Man and Minnie ...

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Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade highlights: All the floats ... (NBC News)

Latest news and live updates on the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade. Follow the floats, Broadway performances, live musicians, marching bands and more.

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Gov. Healey's Thanksgiving Day Proclamation (WHAV News)

The Commonwealth of Massachusetts A Proclamation Whereas, After the first harvest in 1621, the Pilgrims broke bread, gave thanks, and celebrated in Plymouth ...

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Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade Interrupted by Protests Leading to ... (TIME)

New York City police said they arrested 21 people after protesters jumped barricades and sat down on the parade route with Palestinian flags and a “Don't ...

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Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade: What time does it start, where to ... (El Paso Times)

The parade, which takes place in New York City, will showcase 22 floats, 17 character balloons, 15 heritage or novelty balloons and more than 700 clowns, ...

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Rain and protest dampen Macy's annual Thanksgiving Day parade ... (Aljazeera.com)

Police arrested 21 protesters after they unfurled a banner in the middle of the parade route to protest the war in Gaza.

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Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade kicks off in steady rain a century ... (Spectrum News 1)

This year's parade features 17 giant, helium-filled character balloons, 22 floats, 15 novelty and heritage inflatables and 11 marching bands.

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Arkansans share what they are thankful for on Thanksgiving Day (KARK)

“Thank God for giving me the opportunity to come chill with my family and enjoy everybody. Just have a good time.” Simarcus Pearson said, “I'm thankful to be ...

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Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade kicks off (The Associated Press)

The latest edition of the annual holiday tradition featured new Spider-Man and Minnie Mouse balloons, zoo and pasta-themed floats, an ode to Big Apple coffee ...

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