The Macy's Thanksgiving Parade draws crowds despite the rain and cold weather
MANHATTAN (PIX11) – Crowds from all over the world come to watch the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade.
Despite the rainy and cold weather, crowds still came out to enjoy the 98th Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade.
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“It's fun,” said Vicky Torres, whose family from Colombia will watch the show in person. “I always watch it on TV, so it's like a dream.”
More than 5,000 volunteers walked the parade, smiling and happy despite the weather.
The parade featured 17 character balloons, including past favorites like SpongeBob SquarePants and Bluey, and new faces, like Minnie Mouse.
It also featured 22 floats, including an Italian pasta-themed float called 'Pasta Night.'
“It's really fun,” said Kathleen Wright, Macy's Director of Product Operations.
“It's really funny. It is not expected. And I think everyone will really love it when they see you down the parade route. “
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