Nickelodeon has added two brand new elements to the 98th Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade, and Screen Rant is proud to offer an exclusive first look. The parade takes place on Thursday, November 28. Debuting PAW Patrol “Marshall” balloon and Dora’s Fantastic rainforest float. Nickelodeon is thrilled to welcome their latest additions, promising the characters will come to life and captivate fans of all ages. However, they won’t be the only animated favorites flying through the streets of New York.
The Spongebob Squarepants Balloon returns with an added surprise. To celebrate the show’s 25th anniversary, it will feature a yellow electric powered carriage pulled by Gary the Snail. Meanwhile, the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles Float reappears with a vibrant multilevel design inspired by the Paramount Plus series, Tales of the Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. Check out a sneak peek of the new elements below, and see them live in the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade in November.
Paw Patrol’s “Marshall” balloon
The Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade is Marshall’s first appearance
Marshall, PAW Patrol’s brave firefighter Dalmatian pup, is taking to the streets and will join this year’s parade and soar above the New York City skyline Thanksgiving morning. This lovable pup is sure to save the day and delight live spectators and viewers across the country.
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Dora’s Fantastic Rainforest Float
The float-balloon hybrid is inspired by the new Dora series from Paramount Plus
Along with Marshall, Dora, the first Latina character to ever appear in the parade, and her friends, including boots, map and backpack, will bring the wonder and fun of the rainforest to the streets of New York with DORA’s Fantastic Rainforest, a Vivid, eye-catching float and balloon hybrid element.
More about the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade
The parade first took place in 1924
The Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade was first held on November 27, 1924 in New York City. Originally known as Macy’s Christmas Parade, the event was created to promote the opening of the world’s largest store. The route lasted 6 miles, starting on 145th Street in Harlem and ending in Herald’s Square. It has changed course multiple times over the years, and now has 2.5 miles of public viewing.
The event includes activities for all ages and is known for its character balloons, marching bands, celebrity appearances, live music and more. Previous performers include Gwen Stefani, Mariah Carey, Jon Batiste, Diana Ross and Cher. Over a century, Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade has become a staple of the holiday season and an annual tradition for families around the world.