Thanksgiving Day parade in Philadelphia: Route, road closures

Thanksgiving Day parade in Philadelphia: Route, road closures - The Thanksgiving Parade in Philadelphia is the oldest in the country. This dates back to 1920, when the Gimbels department store took over production. This year, the parade celebrates its 99th anniversary with huge poses, brass bands and performances on Benjamin Franklin Boulevard. That's all you need to know if you want to check out the parade in person or in comfort in your living room this year.

Thanksgiving Day parade in Philadelphia

What time is the parade?
The parade starts at 8:30 am and lasts until noon. It airs on 6abc and is hosted by Rick Williams and Cecily Tynan.

Where is the parade?
The parade begins at John F. Kennedy Boulevard and 20th Street and heads east to 16th Street, where it turns left towards Benjamin Franklin Parkway. The parade ends in front of the Philadelphia Museum of Art, where the performances take place.

How can I see the parade?
The best place to explore is on the south side of Benjamin Franklin Boulevard. Try to get the art museum as close as possible to the best performances. You can bring a blanket (or a lot as it will be cold) or a deck chair to make yourself comfortable.

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If you are watching at home, you can watch the parade at 6abc in Philadelphia and surrounding areas. He will also be on WATM-TV (Channel 23) in Johnstown; WJET-TV (Channel 24) in Erie; WTVD-TV (Channel 11) in Raleigh and Durham, N.C .; WSWB TV (Channel 38) in Scranton; WBOC-TV in Salisbury, Maryland; WJLA TV in the Washington area; WTXL-IABC 27 in Tallahassee, Florida, and WAMY in Huntsville, Alabama.

What kind of weather will be like Thanksgiving?
Current forecasts say it will be mostly sunny, with a maximum of 29 and a minimum of 17. Collect and store with these warm hands.

Who are some of the special guests who will appear at the parade?
This year's parade is greeted by Gritty, the popular new aviator mascot. Other artists include American Idol finalists (and the natives of Philly), Catie Turner, Michael Woodard and Justin Guarini, actors of Matilda by Walnut Street Theater, Anastasia Broadway, Cinderella Rogers and Hammerstein, Miss Saigon, Beautiful: The Carole King Musical, The Lightning Thief: Percy Jackson Music Band, Miss America 2019 (New Yorker Mia Franklin), Orlov Fans, Pennsylvania Ballet, Mickey and Minnie Mouse, and of course Santa and Mrs. Claus.

Which streets are closed to the parade?
From Wednesday, the 21st of November, the following streets are closed:
JFK Boulevard from 19th Street to 30th Street (both sides of the street)
20th Street from Market Street to the Benjamin Franklin Parkway
Ark Street between 19th and 22nd Street
Volksstraße between 16 and 17 streets
17th Street from Vinnaya Street to Rasovaya Street
East Lane Vine Street from 15th Street to 17th Street
Market Street from 19th to 21st Street will close on Thanksgiving from 4 to 11am.

Where can I park?
Thanksgiving Day Parking is free. Park rules remain in force, so pay attention to non-parking zones. If you want to park in the garage, go to philapark.org/locator for a list of garages and locations around the Parade Route.

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