LOCATION: Central Park West WHEN: Fourth Thursday of November ACTIVITY: Parade
Thanksgiving is usually celebrated with families and friends preparing large meals and the famous turkey as centerpiece. It is estimated that in the United States more than 35.000 turkeys are cooked every year on Thanksgiving Day.
All cities hold parades in the morning with bands and floats and usually people celebrate in the streets and then meet for dinner.In New York, a traditional parade organized by the department store Macy’s takes place in the morning.
Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade
In New York, the traditional parade is organized by the department store Macy and takes place in the morning. This tradition began in 1924 and is the second oldest Thanksgiving parade in the United States.
This tradition started back in 1924 and it is the second oldest Thanksgiving Parade in the US. Stating from Central Park West (at 79th street), the parades goes down 6th Avenue (or 7th Avenue) to reach Macy’s where a stage awaits famous performers and singer. Hundreds of music bands are part of the parade. Balloons in the form of animals or the most famous cartoons float on the streets of the city, a spectacle not to be missed.
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Immediately after Thanksgiving there is the other so-loved and followed-up ceremony in the world: Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree Lighting ceremony. These two anniversaries start the Christmas Festivities. Christmas in New York
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Thanksgiving Cruise
Thanksgiving Cruise with Lunch or Dinner - What is included:
2-Hour Lunch cruise
3-Hour Dinner cruise
Lunch / Dinner: Freshly prepared appetizers, salads and desserts served at the table
Soft drinks, soda, coffee and tea
Alcoholic beverages, cocktails, wine and beer, available upon purchase
Guaranteed table for the size of your party
Boat: Bateaux
Cancellations: All sales are final and non-refundable
From USD $130.00
Climb aboard the Bateaux New York for an elegant and unforgettable experience. Cruising the East and Hudson River, you will enjoy the iconic views of this famous city from the glass-ceiling Bateaux. Navigating the Bay by day or by night, with the illuminated Skyline, will crown this day in the best possible way: food, music and fun ... Happy Thanksgiving!!!!Choose your Cruise: with Lunch or Dinner.