In New York, a huge crowd took to the streets on Thursday for the annual Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. Thousands of spectators lined the entire route, while millions of people worldwide watched on television as the iconic giant balloons, floats and live performances passed through Manhattan. The parade, which has been held since 1924, is the festive start of the American holiday season and has become one of the most recognizable traditions in the United States. Every year, visitors from all over the country travel to New York to experience the event up close and be part of the atmosphere.

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