How to Watch Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade Coverage in All Its Glory

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The Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade is nearly set to march down 6th Avenue in Manhattan, marking its 68th year on the iconic route from Central Park West. While there certainly will be loads of people in New York watching the parade at 8:30 a.m. ET on the morning of Nov. 28, most of us will have to settle on watching it from home. But fret not, even if you're no longer a cable subscriber, the parade is entirely watchable.

It's time to learn how to watch Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade coverage in 2024. You know, because you'd be devastated if you missed any of those iconic new floats.

This year, NBC stars Savannah Guthrie, Hoda Kotb, and Al Roker are set to host the event, which promises a stellar lineup: 22 massive balloons, 34 dazzling floats, 28 clown crews, 11 marching bands, 28 performers, a star-studded roster of musical guests, and, of course, the appearance of Santa Claus himself. 

There will be plenty of newcomers heading down 6th Ave this year, including Spider-Man, Marshall from PAW Patrol, and, wait for it — the Minnie Mouse. It's going to be a true sight to see on Thanksgiving morning.

Now, if you're not in New York City for the live event and need something to watch as you prep the day's feast, you've come to the right place. All you need is access to NBC in order to start streaming the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade this year at 8:30 a.m. on Thanksgiving, and thankfully, there are a number of ways to do it.

How to Watch Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade Coverage on Peacock

Peacock is the easiest place to watch Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade coverage live since it's NBC's streaming service and it will host live coverage even before the actual parade begins. Plus, Peacock is very affordable, with plans beginning at just $8/month and numerous movies and TV shows to stream on the app. Ready for an exciting morning filled with enormous balloons and great energy? You don't have to look anywhere further than Peacock.

How to Watch Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade Coverage on DIRECTV STREAM

If you don't subscribe to Peacock, you'll need a streaming service that includes NBC to watch the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade, and DIRECTV STREAM is a great choice. With access to NBC and a wide array of other channels, DIRECTV STREAM lets you catch all the holiday action without cable. There are three plan options — Entertainment, Choice, and Ultimate — each offering different levels of access, with prices that vary by location. To see the exact cost for your area and pick the plan that's right for you, visit the DIRECTV STREAM website.

How to Watch Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade Coverage on Hulu + Live TV

A Hulu + Live TV subscription will also get you access to NBC and the parade. Plus, you get access to Hulu and Disney+'s entire library in addition to ESPN+ content with this subscription, which you really can't beat. Hulu + Live TV costs $83/month, which seems pricey, but does give you access to a lot. 

How to Watch Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade Coverage on Fubo

Fubo is also a top pick if you're looking to watch the parade. Offering NBC alongside 200 other channels, Fubo's got your holiday viewing covered. Starting at $80/month (or $60 for the first month), it's packed with perks like unlimited DVR to save every float and balloon moment and streaming on up to 10 devices, so no one misses a beat.

How to Watch Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade Coverage on Sling TV

Sling TV also has you covered with some budget-friendly options. Just sign up for one of their plans, and you'll be ready to enjoy the parade from the comfort of home. The Blue plan has NBC and costs $40/month or, to get more channels, go all-in with the Orange + Blue plan at $60/month. Be sure to check out Sling's website for exact pricing in your area because it does tend to differ across regions.

How to Watch Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade Coverage from anywhere with a VPN

Traveling or living outside the U.S. but still want to catch the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade? No worries — a VPN can help bring the celebration to you! Services like ExpressVPN and Private Internet Access let you mask your location, so you can stream U.S. platforms, including NBC, from anywhere. Private Internet Access starts at a super affordable $2/month, while ExpressVPN offers premium features starting at $8.32/month. So, grab a VPN, and get ready to watch every float, balloon, and marching band wherever you are this Thanksgiving.

• Sign up for ExpressVPN
• Sign up for Private Internet Access

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