Disney Brings Magic to the 99th Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. Get ready to kick off the holiday season with an extra dose of pixie dust! The 99th Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade is charting a course for spectacular Disney magic, featuring a high-seas adventure on the Disney Cruise Line float, the return of the Minnie Mouse balloon, Buzz Lightyear, and an exclusive holiday collection celebrating the Macy’s collaboration with Disney.
How to Watch the Magic
You won’t want to miss a moment of the festivities! Mark your calendars and set your alarms for Thanksgiving morning:
| Detail | Time (Eastern Time) | Broadcast/Stream |
| Live Parade Start | 8:30 a.m. EST | NBC & Peacock (Airs at 8:30 a.m. in all time zones) |
| Live Parade End | 12:00 p.m. EST | NBC & Peacock |
| Encore Telecast | 2:00 p.m. ET/PT | NBC |
Hosted by beloved personalities like Savannah Guthrie, Hoda Kotb, and Al Roker, the parade promises massive balloons, world-class performances, and the arrival of the big guy, Santa! Plus, just announced, Tony, Emmy, and Grammy Award winner and three-time Academy Award® nominee Cynthia Erivo will kick off the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade with a show-stopping opening number.
Sail-ebration! Disney Cruise Line Takes Center Stage
The “Magic Meets the Seas” float by Disney Cruise Line will return with an all-new, high-energy performance that teases the launch of the new ship, the Disney Destiny.
- Heroes vs. Villains: Get ready for a theatrical show featuring Captain Mickey Mouse and Captain Minnie Mouse facing off against fan-favorite villains, including Maleficent and Cruella de Vil, in a musical battle for the bow!
- New Anthem Debut: The show is set to Destiny’s new signature anthem, “This Is Your Destiny,” giving viewers a sneak peek at the heroic and villainous fun awaiting guests on the high seas.
From Disney Cruise Line: “JUST ANNOUNCED! Disney Cruise Line returns to the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade with an all-new performance celebrating the #DisneyDestiny! Set to the ship’s anthem and featuring your favorite Heroes & Villains, this performance is one you won’t want to miss! Stream “This is Your Destiny” today!”
Minnie Mouse Balloon Flies Again
The charming and stylish Minnie Mouse will once again soar high above the Manhattan skyline! Following her historic debut as a giant character balloon, the massive inflatable of the beloved style icon returns, showcasing her signature polka-dot dress and effervescent spirit.
Minnie will be joined in the sky by new balloons, including Pixar’s iconic space ranger, Buzz Lightyear, making his dynamic flight over New York City!
Style & Sparkle: The Disney x Macy’s Collaboration
This year’s parade is also the backdrop for the continued holiday partnership between Disney and Macy’s. The exclusive Disney x Macy’s Holiday Collection is available for shopping now, perfect for gifting your fellow Disney fans!
The collaboration features limited-edition apparel, accessories, collectibles, and beauty products that celebrate the legacy of both iconic brands and the parade itself. The collection is available in select Macy’s stores nationwide and online, letting you bring the magic of the parade home.
