No Cable? No Problem! Here's How You Can Stream the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade

Thanks to the invention of streaming services, if you don't have cable, you're definitely not alone. But just because you no longer pay for channels doesn't mean that you have to miss out on the time-honored tradition of waking up early Thanksgiving morning to watch the parade. Wondering how you can watch the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade without cable? We've got you covered!

You've got options! The Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade will be broadcast on Thursday, Nov. 27, 2025, on NBC. The fun begins at 8:30 a.m. ET and lasts until noon.

You can get the parade on any streaming service that has NBC (more on that in a moment). You can also watch the parade through Peacock, NBC's exclusive streaming service.

NBC is also included in Hulu Plus Live TV, YouTube TV, fuboTV, and Sling TV. Don't have these streaming services? Here's a little cheat sheet: YouTube TV, fuboTV, and Sling TV have varying free trials. If you want to watch the parade, all you have to do is sign up for the free trial before the parade (and remember to cancel before you're charged)!

The Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade is coming back this year for its 99th run and will be hosted by Today's Al Roker and Savannah Guthrie. Former Today host Hoda Kotb will be back in the hosting seat for this auspicious occasion.

This year's parade includes 34 balloons, 28 floats, and 11 marching bands. Let's check out the new balloons:

• Buzz Lightyear
• Pac-Man
• Mario from "Super Mario Bros."
• Derpy Tiger and Sussie from KPop Demon Hunters
• Eight characters from Shrek

Wake up kids, there are also new floats debuting this year.

• Labubu characters by Pop Mart
• Lego
• Lindt chocolates
• Stranger Things by Netflix
• Holland America Line
• Serta
• A miniature float under eight inches tall from Goldfish

Obviously, the balloons are the main attraction, but if human entertainment is what you crave then prepare to feast your eyes on some stellar performances. We'll be blessed with the likes of Cynthia Erivo, Audrey Nuna, EJAE, and Rei Ami of HUNTR/X, the fictional girl group from KPop Demon Hunters, Busta Rhymes, Taylor Momsen, Jewel, Kool & the Gang, Lainey Wilson, and more!

When one thinks about the Big Apple, Broadway almost immediately comes to mind. The cast members of “Buena Vista Social Club,” “Just in Time,” and “Ragtime,” will be blessing us with their talents.

And lest we forget, the beloved Radio City Rockettes will be kicking their way into another glorious holiday season while celebrating their 100th year of performances!

As per usual, Tom the Turkey will be floating above the city that never sleeps. That's how you know the parade is actually here. Tom burst onto the scene in 1973, making him the longest-running float. Fun fact: He is the only self-propelled float. We love a motivated employee.

For a breakdown of all the deets, you can always check out the official press release for the 2025 parade.

No matter if you're watching NBC or a live stream, the parade is set to start on Thanksgiving, Nov. 27, at 8:30 a.m. EST.