NYC Thanksgiving Day Parade
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NYC Thanksgiving Day Parade Travel Packages
Thousands of families camp out early in the morning to stand along the parade route, rain or shine.
Why not experience the event and your time in NYC in style with us? Check out our 2025 NYC Thanksgiving Day Parade Travel Packages.
All travel packages include a comfortable and convenient hotel stay, parade day viewing experience with all-inclusive brunch, Broadway show tickets, and the opportunity to experience the world famous Rockettes at the Radio City Christmas Spectacular.
The 2025 Thanksgiving Day Parade is an amazing family experience. Make plans to join us in November and check this holiday staple off your bucket list!
MyBucketListEvents, LLC is not in any way sponsored by, affiliated with, or a partner of the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade, Macy’s Department Stores, or Macy’s, Inc. and the use of the word “Macy’s” is for descriptive and informational purposes only.
2025 NYC Thanksgiving Day Parade Travel Packages:
Our 2025 Thanksgiving Parade Travel Packages give you the experience you’ve been dreaming of your entire life. All packages include the following:
- Three nights in your choice of conveniently located hotel (The W Times Square or the Lotte New York Palace)
- Parade viewing experience
- Parade brunch, with a variety of food, alcohol and non-alcoholic drinks included
- Experience the parade balloon inflation on Wednesday afternoon
- Welcome drinks
- Orchestra seats to the Radio City Christmas Spectacular starring the Rockettes
- Broadway tickets to a show of your choice (seat upgrades available)
- Additional hotel nights available to extend your stay (additional costs apply)
- On-site concierge: Our team will be there to assist you as needed
- Book with confidence policy included with every package
- All-inclusive pricing: What you see is what you pay
- Easy payment plan: $500 deposit, then easy no-interest monthly payments
Package Pricing
All standard packages are three nights. Check-in on Wednesday and check-out on Saturday, which gives you the perfect opportunity to experience the NYC Thanksgiving Day Parade, as well as the magic of the Big Apple. Additional nights can be added to your stay and are based on availability.
Packages are quoted per person and based on double occupancy. Maximum occupancy is four people. For larger families, or other custom room or lodging needs, please contact our team and we will be happy to assist you.
2025 Standard Dates:
Check In: Wednesday, November 26 | Check Out: Saturday, November 29
| Hotel | Double Occupancy |
|---|---|
| W Times Square (king or 2 doubles) | $2,995 per person |
| Lotte Palace (king or 2 doubles) | $3,295 per person |
| Lotte Towers (king or 2 queens) | $3,995 per person |
Single Supplement: +50%
Add 3rd or 4th Guest to any room package for only $2,695 per person.
Additional Nights are available: $595 per night (W-Times Square); $695 per night (Lotte Palace); $1195 per night (Lotte Towers). Select “I want to book additional nights” when checking out online and our team will contact you to extend your stay in New York City once your package is confirmed.
Booking Terms: Please see below.
NYC Hotels
A top hotel in NYC, THE LOTTE NEW YORK PALACE
Our packages include the Lotte New York Palace and their upgraded rooms at the Lotte Towers. With a nod to its celebrated history, Lotte New York Palace stakes its claim as the city’s most iconic hotel. A Madison Avenue jewel that’s forever woven into the fabric of New York City, Lotte New York Palace is both a landmark and luxury retreat, beloved by New Yorkers and cherished by visitors. The Lotte Towers is a perennial highly-rated hotel in the city on TripAdvisor. When booking your trip, guests can choose to stay in either the Towers or Palace portion of the Lotte New York Palace. Lotte is perfect for guests wanting to combine comfort and location. (Learn More)
Bask in the lights of Broadway from the W NEW YORK – TIMES SQUARE
Soaring above a glittering stretch of Broadway in the heart of Midtown Manhattan, W New York – Times Square is an escape in the center of it all. Each year, our guests benefit from the prime location of this hotel and discover the endless attractions of the Big Apple, including the nearby Theater District, Museum of Modern Art, Central Park, and Radio City Music Hall. The W is perfect for guests who prioritize comfort and convenience and who love being in the middle of the action.(Learn More)
Package Experience Highlights
Your magical holiday experience may start with your accommodations being located walking distance to Central Park, Times Square, and the NYC Thanksgiving Day parade route and parade day brunch, but there is so much more!
On your first evening, make plans to meet our team and also visit the balloon inflation celebration. This is a wonderful way to kick off your parade experience. You’ll then spend Thanksgiving morning watching the parade (with indoor brunch seating and an outdoor parade viewing area). Our brunch includes indoor seating with food, alcohol and non-alcoholic drinks included. During your stay in New York City, you’ll also experience the world famous Rockettes with orchestra seats to the Radio City Christmas Spectacular and each of our guests receives a ticket to a Broadway Show of their choice.
The NYC Thanksgiving Day Parade is an amazing family experience. Learn more about all of our package experiences below.
Parade Day Viewing and Brunch Experience
Millions of families across the world gather around their living room each year and enjoy the NYC Thanksgiving Parade as it makes it’s way through the streets of New York City. Well, now you have the opportunity to experience this tradition in person and in style. Bucket List Events offers a Brunch and parade viewing experience your family will talk about for years. You’ll enjoy views of the parade and have convenient access to the parade route.
Starting the morning of Thanksgiving Day, you’ll enjoy a breakfast and brunch paired with your favorite beverages of choice. In addition to brunch, your Bucket List Events parade day experience gives you access to an exclusive indoor area to escape the crowds and elements, take a break and warm up, as well as an outdoor viewing area where you and your family can enjoy the views of the parade. Enjoy your favorite balloons, floats, and bands outside, then warm up inside, get a snack, or refill your drink at your table as you enjoy the parade. This experience provides you with the best of both worlds allowing you to enjoy the parade as you wish.
- All guests will enjoy an indoor and outdoor parade day experience.
- From a brunch continually served throughout the parade to the bar serving breakfast cocktails, the entire family will enjoy the tasty food and drink experience as the parade passes.
- Table seating with reserved seat. Each guest has a reserved seat from start to finish. Always have a place to sit, warm up, grab a bite to eat, or take a break from the parade.
Balloon Inflation Celebration
Traditionally held on Thanksgiving Eve, the Inflation Celebration is something you’ll want to experience. We will attend this exciting event which features inflation teams and parade officials prepping the giant balloons and other novelty balloons for the following day’s NYC Thanksgiving Day Parade. This is the perfect set up to the following day as you see your favorite balloons come to life and snap the pictures that will capture these memories forever.
- The inflation celebration takes place in the streets around the American Museum of Natural History
- It takes approximately 90 minutes to inflate a large parade balloon
- Larger balloons can require 100 handlers to anchor the balloons
Broadway Show
A trip to New York City isn’t complete without experiencing a Broadway show, some of the best theatrical productions in the world. From the bright lights of Times Square to the historic theaters and stages, audiences enjoy being entertained day after day, year after year.
For a LIMITED TIME, all guests booking a NYC Thanksgiving Day Parade package will receive orchestra tickets to a Broadway show. Whether you choose to attend one of the Tony Award Winning shows, a family favorite like Wicked, a blockbuster like Hamilton, a comedy like Book of Mormon, or a timeless classic like Chicago, you will not be disappointed.
Radio City Christmas Spectacular starring the Rockettes
All guests will experience the magical Radio City Christmas Spectacular staring the world famous Rockettes. This annual musical holiday stage show combines singing and dancing and features more than 140 performers. The show is presented at one of the most iconic venues you’ll ever visit, Radio City Music Hall. We have made arrangements for each of our package guests to attend this holiday tradition during their stay in New York.
- Radio City Music Hall is the largest indoor theater in the world with its marquee measuring a full city block long.
- Over 3,000 women have performed as Rockettes since the opening night in 1933.
- The Rockettes do more than 160 kicks per show and up to 650 times per day considering they can perform in up to four shows per day.
Booking Options & Terms
Bookings & Payment Plans: For balances not paid in full at the time of booking, a deposit plus a payment plan will be required. Payment plans require a minimum $250 deposit per person at the time of booking and the remaining balance will be split into monthly, interest-free payments with the final balance due 90 days prior to the event date. All payment plans must remain active and in good standing until balances are paid in full. MyBucketListEvents reserves the right to cancel any booking that has a payment plan that is more than 30 days past due. No refunds will be given for past due cancellations.
Booking Conditions: MyBucketListEvents offers event tickets and travel packages with a variety of travel services including, but not limited to, tickets, accommodations, transportation services, meals, excursions, special event access, trip planning, and on ground support. MyBucketListEvents works with many vendors and suppliers to fulfill the travel package components, and in some cases, and due to a variety of reasons, there are delays, rescheduled events, and other unforeseen circumstances causing changes to package components. The customer acknowledges that MyBucketListEvents cannot be held financially liable for such circumstances and changes. If deemed necessary, MyBucketListEvents reserves the right to change the booked lodging/hotel to a lodging/hotel of similar quality and value.The customer assumes complete and full responsibility for all required travel documents, including passport, visas, entry or exit fees, and vaccinations and is solely responsible for any adverse consequences resulting from incomplete or defective documentation. Travel insurance is not included but highly recommended and is the responsibility of the customer. With regards to event tickets, no responsibility is accepted by MyBucketListEvents or its agents in respect to opening acts, substitution of performers, athletes, or teams, relocation of seats by the event promoter, security, camera crews, or other agents at the venue. MyBucketListEvents is in no way officially affiliated with the official box offices or associated agents, event organizers and sponsors, or the participating teams, organizations, venues or associations.
Book with Confidence Policy included with every package: If the NYC Thanksgiving Day Parade is cancelled or postponed, the value of your package is protected and will be automatically applied to the new dates or to the following year, based on your preference. You will also have the opportunity to use these funds as a credit towards any other event that Bucket List Events offers between now and the end of 2024. Don’t wait, our space fills up quickly. Book today with confidence.
Cancellations: Bucket List Events understands that flexibility is the key to planning your travel experiences. Whether life gets in the way and your plans need to change, or if you simply need a flexible payment plan to help you budget your expenses, we keep things flexible with the following cancellation and booking terms.
| Cancellation By Customer | Refund Information |
| Within 48 hours of Booking | Full refund, No questions asked for bookings made prior to 90 days out. (For bookings made within 90 days, this doesn’t apply). |
| 91+ days prior to event date(s) | 75% Refund of Monies Paid |
| 0-90 days prior to event date(s) | No Refunds will be given for any reason. No Cancellations Allowed. All sales are final. |
For a complete listing of booking terms and conditions, please click here.
Ticket and Travel package pricing is always subject to change until booking. MyBucketListEvents, LLC is not in any way sponsored by, affiliated with, nor a partner of The Macy Thanksgiving Day Parade, Macy, or the City of New York and the use of the word “Macy Thanksgiving Day Parade” is for descriptive and informational purposes only.
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Reviews (36)
We had the most amazing time for the Macy’s Parade, Rockettes and our Broadway show. Every detail was perfect!
The Macy's Day Parade event was well organized and top rate. The staff was efficient and very accommodating. The Palace Lotte Hotel was beautiful, and the rooms were bigger than expected. The restaurant for brunch had a perfect second floor picture window for viewing the parade, and the buffet offered a variety of food choices. Our seats at both the Rockettes and the Broadway show were excellent. The introductory cocktail party and the commemorative ornaments were great touches to a wonderful holiday experience. Our group of twelve family members ranged in age from 14 to 80, and everyone of us had a memorable experience for which we are extremely thankful.
My friend and I did the 2024 Macy's Thanksgiving Day parade. I used Bucket List Events for the first time after finding them online while researching the trip. The entire process from invoicing, to individual selections for our play, and the onsite support was superior. The communications leading up to the event were very clear and I knew what to expect and where I needed to be at what time. Ben and the team were very professional, friendly and highly organized. Everything ran on time and smoothly. While there were a LOT of people in our tour group, it felt like an intimate group with the level of service and support. They made sure everyone got where they needed to go, and didn't sacrifice timing if others were running late (I believe some of their staff would stay behind and helped the tardy people get there without making the rest of us wait).
For parade day, they walked our group to the restaurant which was entirely reserved for the BucketList group throughout the parade. The venue (Jams) had excellent food and service. We met fantastic new people at our table and had easy access to the the sidewalk to watch the parade throughout the morning. It was nice to be able to go inside whenever we wanted to grab a hot drink, more food or use the restroom. The BucketList team walked around the entire time, chatted with everyone, made sure they were satisfied, etc.
Later in the day the BLE team walked us over to the Rockette's show to make sure we got there ok (even though it was literally down the street - we could see the sign from our hotel). It was a nice touch. We were 8th row and we looked around and saw so many of our new friends we met earlier in the day at the restaurant. Great seats!
The BLE team selected excellent seats for us for our selected play as well which was AMAZING. The team also gave us great suggestions for restaurants and other things to see in the city that weekend.
I've traveled a lot in my life both professionally and personally and have used group tour travel companies before but most of my trips I have organized myself. Not only was Bucket List Events the best I've used, but it was so nice to not have to research or plan anything - they did it all. I just followed the agenda and had the most stress free trip
We used BLE for the 2022 Macy's parade to watch our son march in it. There was a few issues parade morning at the brunch, but Ben was on top of it to fix it fast for us, and made sure to make it right for us. They made this trip easy and without worry for us to get good spots to watch the parade. Show tickets were amazing seats! We would definitely use them again for the awesome customer service they provided. Thank you to the team.
Brian and the crew did a phenomenal job with the 2023 Macy’s Thanksgiving day parade event. From start to finish everything was amazing. For our Broadway show I had some concerns with my mother in-law being able to view show and they hooked us up with premium seats, no questions asked. The restaurant and viewing area for the parade were top notch, we didn’t have to fight the crowd for a spot and we were right on the curb. I wouldn’t do the parade any other way. Thank you BLE for an awesome trip.
Macy's Day Parade VIP Just do it! They take care of it all and all of it is first class. Yes, stay at the Lotte Towers. Yes, stay another night or two and yes splurge, it's the holidays in NYC and the city is electric.
While there if you need anything Ben from Bucket List is the consummate host and will go out of his way to make sure you have everything you need and want. There are other companies who provide this service but trust me they don't hold a candle to Bucket list. I can't say enough about Ben, he made the trip even more enjoyable. We will be bac
We had the most amazing time in NYC and the Macy’s thanksgiving day parade was perfectly organized and so fun. The restaurant and viewing area were the best! Then it was off the the radio city music hall Christmas spectacular! Another can’t miss holiday treat. Our hotel was in the heart of it all in Times Square so we could do all those things on our bucket list.
Absolutely amazing! we used bucket list events for the 2022 Macy's thanksgiving day parade and it was amazing! And there were busses waiting for us at events! All the people on site were easy to contact and offered lots of help with questions prior to the trip. Definitely would reserve with them again!
Attending the Macy Day's parade, standing along the parade route and being in NYC during the start of the holiday season was a bucket list item for me. My husband was doing some research and came across Bucket List Events. I cannot say enough about how amazing this trip was. The hotel is a 5 star hotel with amazing service and views of NYC. All the activities planned with the package are perfect from the view of the balloons the night before, to the brunch and standing along the parade route with an up close and personal view, to the Rockettes and the Broadway play - we chose Moulin Rouge. There is no way you could plan all this yourself with the same quality and care the team at Bucket List Events does. And the team is super fun, very social and happy to help you with any other questions or events during your stay in NYC. I would do it all again and with this team! It was worth every penny we paid!
This trip is a must for every kid at heart. We had curbside viewing for the Macy's Day parade. The Rockettes came to our brunch to perform and we saw them at the theatre. Wicked was one of the best plays I have ever seen.
Dreams really do come true! Bucket List Events made our Macy’s Thanksgiving Day parade and NYC experience perfect. Ben was always knowledgeable and helpful and best of all always had a smile on his face. Can’t thank them enough for a wonderful and memorable time. Looking forward to traveling with them again.
Have dreamed about going to the Macy's Day Parade for over 50 years. They made that dream come true! Great tour! Very well organized. And the staff was wonderful with all their customers! Couldn't have been better!!
Just do it! They take care of it all and all of it is first class. Yes, stay at the Lotte Towers. Yes, stay another night or two and yes splurge, it's the holidays in NYC and the city is electric. While there if you need anything Ben from Bucket List is the consummate host and will go out of his way to make sure you have everything you need and want. There are other companies who provide this service but trust me they don't hold a candle to Bucket list. I can't say enough about Ben, he made the trip even more enjoyable. We will be back.
We went to the Macys parade experience ! I just cannot say enough about how well organized this event was ! The Radio City Rockettes were amazing We had great seats. I recommend the bucket list events highly. Ben and his crew are so responsive to any questions you may have. Thank you again for an amazing wonderful experience.
The Macy's Day Parade bucket list package was everything that we could have expected and so much more. I would highly recommend to anyone wanting an amazing New York experience at Thanksgiving!!!!
Fantastic! Went to Macy's Thanksgiving Parade. Bucket List Events made it stress free and even more special.
Bucket. List. CHECK AND A+ service! I have to say... the Macy's Parade experience they have is worth every penny. Everything was planned down to a science and they run a well oiled machine. They don't miss a beat. This has been a dream of mine and as an added bonus... I got to do it with my kids and my parents. My kids haven't stopped talking about this since we got home. Bucket List Events helped me create incredible memories for my family and helped create a family trip we will never forget. Ben was super communicative when our plane was late and he goes above and beyond. We'd use them again for another trip in a heartbeat!
We used Bucket List Events for the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade and weekend and it was excellent all around. They accommodated every request and every detail was perfect. There is no better way to enjoy New York City for Thanksgiving Day Weekend!
We just returned from the Macy’s Day Parade. All we knew about Bucket List Events was online reviews. Bryan and his crew did an outstanding job. We stayed at the W hotel. Everything was first class. We had a great time in New York. Parade accommodations were perfect (restaurant, food, restroom, TV, parade viewing area). We would definitely consider booking with them again.
Bucket List Events was great! My wife has always wanted to go to NYC for the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade. I booked this trip with Bucket List as a present to my wife for our 40th anniversary. I considered doing it myself but I wanted it to be perfect and perfect it was. I wouldn't change a single thing. Bucket List went above and far beyond my expectations. My wife was so happy she actually started crying when she talked about the trip.
We attended the Macy's Day Parade in New York to celebrate my mom's 72nd birthday and it truly was a bucket list experience. My family had an absolute blast from the balloon viewing the day before the parade to the amazing Broadway show the day before we left. New York is truly a magical place during the holidays and Bucket List Events made all the more special! Thank you Ben and the crew for making this Thanksgiving a memory that will last a lifetime!
We enjoyed the Macy’s 2024 Thanksgiving Parade. Everything was wonderful! Brian and Ben were so helpful, even before the trip began! The Rockettes were absolutely spectacular! I would love to do this trip again.
Our family including 2 grandchildren ages 4 and 11 went to the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade. I can tell you there is no other way to attend the parade than with Bucket List Events. For such a massive event it was well organized and everything just flowed. Our package also included a Rockettes show at Radio City and a Broadway show of our choosing. Our seats for both shows were fantastic. This was definitely a magical trip with our family. Great memories were made!
I attended the Macy's Thanksgiving Parade in NYC this year (2024) It truly was a Bucket list for me. Before going to NYC, I was mailed a itinerary which was specific to meet and greet, getting tickets to the events and even a Macy's day parade ornament. Once there, my bucket list started by admiring Times Square from my hotel room to having a great view of the Macy's day parade that included brunch and Mimosas. It was rainy the day of the parade; therefore, I was grateful to be inside. The seats to the Rockettes and the Broadway show were unbelievable. I was in the perfect spot, 10-12 rows back and seated in the middle of the event. Not too far back that I couldn't see nor to close to be looking up, just perfect. During my time, I managed to squeeze in the Memorial, the empire state building, Rockefeller, Bryant park and Central park. I could go on for days on how unbelievable my entire experience was. But for now, just know you will not be disappointed when attending any Bucket List events.
What a wonderful Thanksgiving!
Travel with Bucket List to New York Macys Thanksgiving Parade had a great time! Everyone was so nice and everything was so well organized. In the package was tickets to see the Rockets and Wicked, both had awesome seats. Would definitely use Bucket List for another adventure! Thank you so much
We attend the Macy’s Parade with Bucket List Events and it was incredible! The experience could not have been any better. The weather was rainy but the location they had us at was covered. We walked down, had breakfast, we the parade rounded the corner we went out and had an amazing view then afterward we went back in, had coffee and desert and waited for the crowds to dissipate. The seats they got us for musicals and the Rockettes were stellar and our hotel was one of the best in the city with an amazing location. This trip truly did fill a bucket list item for us and this company is the only way to go! We would go again in a heartbeat. We plan on seeing what other trips bucket list arranges! Thank you so much!
My family had an amazing experience with the Macy's Parade in NYC! Everything was well organized, the folks running it were very thoughtful and patient, the seats for our ordered shows were excellent :D! Wonderful experience
The Macys Day Parade Bucket List Tour was extraordinary. The entire experience was first class. The hotel was magical and perfectly located. The cocktail meet and greet was lovely. The star, of course, was the parade at the beautiful restaurant, followed by fabulous tickets to Radio City! The following day we had superior tickets to MJ on Broadway. The team that runs Bucket List are spectacular. Truly a trip of my dreams.
We attended the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade, as well as, the Rockette’s Christmas Spectacular and a Broadway Play. The entire trip was well planned and top-notch. Ben, Jana, Julie and Rich were there should we need assistance. It was a great experience and we are looking forward to another trip with Bucket List Events!
I went to the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day parade this year and what a great experience! Everything was so well planned. Ben (and the whole team) were so friendly and extremely communicative throughout the experience. I’m looking forward to joining them for the Oktoberfest experience in the future
We had absolutely the best time at the Macy's Day Parade. From beginning to end the entire experience was so well organized, the communication was excellent and the staff were all so helpful. The closer we got to the event I was worried my expectations were too high and we would be disappointed. Our experience exceeded my expectations! We stayed at the W Hotel Times Square, went to see the balloon inflation and watched the floats being assembled, saw The Outsiders and the Rockettes and then seeing the parade while enjoying mimosas and a delicious brunch was better than anything I could have planned for us. We had so much fun we might even do it again!
We really enjoyed our Macys Thanksgiving Day Parade weekend with Bucket List Events. The venue for the parade was excellent with viewing area right on 6th Avenue.
It was so well planned out and executed by Ben and his staff. The hardest part in any business is matching ‘dollar cost’ to the value in experience and this team did this perfectly. It was absolutely worth it.
I wanted to thank you for a well organized affordable trip and for accommodating our last minute requests.
Friends…I cannot say enough good things about this company and the guys that run it. Every little detail has been taken care of. At every turn smiles and memories are being created. Thank YOU SO MUCH Bryan, Rich & Ben for everything!!! My daughter and I are in awe of NYC and you guys have made it so special
I simply cannot say enough about the top notch Hotel, Location, Food, and Customer Service. Everything that was included with our trip could not have been better. Thank you for a most memorable adventure.
