Cold, Changeable Weather Expected for NYC Thanksgiving
New York City is gearing up for the 100th Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade on Thursday, November 26, 2026. The parade will feature a record-breaking 100 inflatable elements, including new characters and classic figures, as part of the centennial celebration. Weather conditions in late November are typically cold and unpredictable, with the potential for rain. Visitors planning to attend the parade or other Thanksgiving events in the city are advised to prepare for extended periods outdoors and check the forecast closer to the date. Public viewing areas for the parade and balloon inflation on the Upper West Side on November 25 will be announced closer to the event. Source time: 2026-09-29T07:35:47+00:00.