Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade Celebrates 100 Years Amid Protests and Rain
The 98th Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade proceeds with festivities, despite inclement weather and protests leading to arrests.
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The 98th Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade, a centennial celebration, showcased new balloons and performances despite interruptions from pro-Palestinian protesters, resulting in 21 arrests. The event featured 17 helium balloons, 22 floats, and celebrity guests like Jennifer Hudson and T-Pain, attracting nearly 3 million attendees under rainy skies. The parade, which covered a 2.5-mile route, met significant appreciation from the audience despite the weather-related challenges and disruptions.
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