Planning to Brave the Crowds? 🗽️ New York City is expecting a chilly, rainy Thanksgiving Day, so dress warmly! Before we dive into the best viewing spots, here’s what you need to know:
Best Viewing Spots for Parade Enthusiasts
- Top Pick: West 59th to West 38th Streets along 6th Avenue for unobstructed views
- Early Bird Special: West side of Central Park (between West 75th Street and West 61st Street) from 6 a.m.
Areas to Avoid (No Public Viewing Allowed)
- Parade start: West 77th Street and Central Park West
- Turning point: Columbus Circle
- National TV broadcast area: West 38th Street to West 34th Street
- Parade end: Macy’s Herald Square (West 34th Street between Broadway and 7th Avenue)
Limited Grandstand Tickets: Not available for public purchase
Sneak Peek: Balloon Inflation 🎈
- When: Wednesday, 1-6 p.m.
- Where: Entrance at 72nd Street and Columbus Avenue (around the American Museum of Natural History)
- Exit: Use West 82nd to West 86th Streets
![Santa Claus drives his reindeer and sleigh float along Central Park West. [Jeenah MoonAP Photo]](https://cybox.tech/wp-content/uploads/2024/11/Santa-Claus-drives-his-reindeer-and-sleigh-float-along-Central-Park-West.-Jeenah-MoonAP-Photo-1024x683.webp)
Getting to the Parade: Subway Guide 🚂
- Closest stations:
- 1, 2, 3 at 72 Street
- 1 at 79 Street
- C at 81 Street
- 1, C, A, D at 59 St-Columbus Circle
- Additional service: S 42 Street Shuttle and increased early morning service on the 1 line
- Note: Some subway entrances at 59 St-Columbus Circle will be closed to prevent overcrowding
What to Leave Behind: Security Reminders 🚫
- Large bags
- Umbrellas
- Backpacks
- Strollers
- Security searches may be conducted at viewing street entrances
NYC Thanksgiving Weather Forecast ⛈️
- Rain Alert: Expect 0.5-1 inch of rain over 6-12 hours on Thursday
- Wind Update: Light winds (5-10 mph) with higher gusts; below the 23 mph/34 mph thresholds for safe balloon flying
