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Century of Celebration: Mega Stars Set for Macy's Thanksgiving Parade
13 Nov
Summary
- The 2026 Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade marks its 100th anniversary.
- Performers include RIIZE, Queen Latifah, Jimmy Fallon, and Keke Palmer.
- The parade airs on NBC, Peacock, and Telemundo at 8:30 a.m. ET.
This year marks a monumental occasion as the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade celebrates its 100th anniversary. The 2026 event promises a celebration of unprecedented scale, featuring an incredible roster of performers from across the musical spectrum.
Pop sensation Megan Mooney and the soulful Teddy Swims are set to deliver musical performances. Joining them will be emerging K-pop talent from HUNTR/X, the popular boy band RIIZE, and many more artists. Notable appearances will also be made by Queen Latifah, Jimmy Fallon with The Roots, JoJo, Keke Palmer, Smash Mouth, Mckenna Grace, and DEVO.
Additional guests gracing the parade route include the Indigo Girls, Natasha Bedingfield, Blues Traveler, Feid, Icona Pop, II Volo, Wyclef Jean, Natalie Merchant, Jamie Miller, Ryan Peter Murphy, Leslie Odom Jr., Anthony Ramos, Melissa Joan Hart, Jack McBrayer, Janet McTeer, Holly Robinson Peete, and Rodney Peete. A special tribute to Dolly Parton is also planned, led by Megan Hilty.
The iconic parade, renowned for bringing together extraordinary entertainers and cherished traditions, will be hosted by TODAY show personalities Savannah Guthrie, Hoda Kotb, and Al Roker. As always, Santa Claus will make his traditional appearance to close out the festivities. The 100th Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade is scheduled to begin at 8:30 a.m. ET on NBC, Peacock, and Telemundo.
