In the United States, that would be Gimbels Thanksgiving Day Parade, which debuted on November 25, 1920, in Philadelphia, PA. Although Gimbels went out of business in 1987, the parade continues under the sponsorship of a local television station and IKEA.
The oldest Thanksgiving Day parade currently is the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade, which began in 1924. Held annually in New York City, it features elaborate floats, giant balloons, and performances, attracting millions of spectators both in-person and through television broadcasts. The parade has become a cherished holiday tradition in the United States.
The Macy's Thanksgiving parade in 2011 will be held on Tuesday, November 24th, 2011 at 9am - 12pm EST.
The parade is the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade.
The Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade is actually held on Thanksgiving day, from 9:00 am - noon. In 2010, Thanksgiving is on Thursday, November 25.
Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade.
The first Thanksgiving Day Parade was held in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on November 20, 1920. It was sponsored by Gimble's Department Store, a rival of Macy's.
The first Thanksgiving Day Parade was held in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on November 20, 1920. It was sponsored by Gimble's Department Store, a rival of Macy's.
The first Thanksgiving Day Parade was held in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on November 20, 1920. It was sponsored by Gimble's Department Store, a rival of Macy's.
The parade is the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade.
1924
The first Thanksgiving Day Parade was held in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania on November 20, 1920. It was sponsored by Gimble's Department Store, a rival of Macy's.
it is normally held during the Christmas season