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NYC Thanksgiving Day Parade parties, done right.
Two parade-morning parties in Midtown, three blocks apart. Brunch, drinks, a warm room, and no 5 AM fight for a spot on the curb.
Pick your parade party
2 parade parties · limited tickets at each
Thanksgiving Day Parade Viewing Brunch at Gotham Hall
NYC Thanksgiving Day Parade Party 2026 at Stout NYC Bryant Park
Two parties, three blocks apart
The parade comes down 6th Avenue from Central Park and turns west on 34th Street to finish at 7th Avenue. Both parties are in Midtown, three blocks apart.
Gotham Hall
1356 Broadway at 36th St. The building runs through to 6th Avenue, and the viewing area is on the 6th Ave sidewalk as the parade passes.
Stout NYC
109 W 39th St, mid-block between 6th Ave and Broadway, by Bryant Park. An indoor party steps from the route, without a 6th Ave sidewalk view.
The full route starts at 77th St & Central Park West, runs along Central Park South, then down 6th Avenue. The map shows the last stretch, 42nd to 34th St.
Drawn to the Manhattan street grid from each venue's coordinates. Each event page lists its NYPD entry point.
Which party fits your group?
| Gotham Hall | Stout NYC | |
|---|---|---|
| Hours | 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM | 8:00 AM – 1:00 PM |
| Where | 1356 Broadway at 36th St | 109 W 39th St, between 6th Ave & Broadway |
| The view | On the route: viewing area on the 6th Ave sidewalk | Street view from in front of the venue on 39th St · in & out access all morning |
| Food | Gourmet brunch buffet: brioche French toast, eggs Benedict, smoked salmon | Tray-passed breakfast & holiday bites: garden breakfast wrap, mini quiche, mini turkey sliders |
| Drinks | Brunch cocktails & wine, 8:00 AM – 12:30 PM | Open bar included (selection may vary) |
| For kids | All ages · face painters, balloon artist, magician | All ages |
| Tickets | From $949 | From $199 |
The parade, without the curb
“Amazing event! Beautiful venue, great food, and front row view of the parade. Highly recommend!”
“I liked being able to see the parade without competing with the people who showed up at 8am. I also enjoyed the breakfast and having access to a bathroom.”
Plan the morning before you go
Bring your ticket to the barricade
NYPD asks for tickets to enter venues inside the barricaded area. Each event page lists its own entry point.
Come from the west side
6th Avenue is closed from 59th Street down to 34th Street, and crossing it near the route is blocked. Take the 1, 2, 3, 7, N, Q, R or S to Times Square.
Rain or shine
Both parties go ahead in any weather, and the warm room is the point when it's 38°F on 6th Avenue.
Prices rise as tickets sell. Both parties use dynamic pricing, so booking early gets the lowest price, and each party has a limited number of tickets.
Choose your partyThe NYC Thanksgiving Day Parade: what to know
The 2026 Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade is on Thursday, November 26, from 8:30 AM to about noon. It runs from 77th Street and Central Park West down 6th Avenue to 34th Street. ThanksgivingNYC hosts two Midtown parade parties: Gotham Hall from $949 and Stout NYC from $199.
Updated October 2, 2026
What time is the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade?
The Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade starts at 8:30 AM ET on Thursday, November 26, 2026, and reaches the finish at 34th Street around noon. Both ThanksgivingNYC parties run from 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM, so they cover the whole parade.
What channel is the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade on?
The parade is traditionally broadcast live on NBC and streamed on Peacock, starting at 8:30 AM ET. At Stout NYC, the broadcast plays on all 29 TVs and a 10-foot projector throughout the party.
Where is the best place to watch the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade?
The route starts at 77th Street and Central Park West, heads down Central Park West, east along Central Park South, then down 6th Avenue to 34th Street, where it turns west to finish at 7th Avenue. Curbside spots fill up hours before the start. A parade party gives you a warm room near the route, with food, drinks and restrooms.
How long is the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade?
About three and a half hours. It steps off at 8:30 AM and reaches the finish at 34th Street around noon. Both ThanksgivingNYC parties run from 8:00 AM to 1:00 PM, so you see it from start to finish.
Can you watch the Thanksgiving Day Parade for free?
Yes. Anyone can stand along the public route for free, but the best spots fill up before dawn and there are no seats, food or restrooms.
How do I get to a parade party on Thanksgiving morning?
Come from the west side: 6th Avenue is closed from 59th Street down to 34th Street, and crossing it near the parade is blocked. Take the 1, 2, 3, 7, N, Q, R or S train to Times Square-42nd Street. Both parties use the entry at 41st Street and Broadway, and you need your ticket to pass the barricade. The NYPD may change entry points on the day.
Can you actually see the parade from the parties?
At Gotham Hall, guests watch from a viewing area on the 6th Avenue sidewalk as the parade passes. At Stout NYC, the view is a street view from in front of the venue on 39th Street, with the parade live on 29 TVs inside and in & out access all morning.
How much are Thanksgiving Day Parade party tickets?
Tickets start at $199 per person at Stout NYC and $949 at Gotham Hall. Prices rise as tickets sell, so booking early gets the lowest price.
Are the parade parties kid-friendly?
Yes. Both parties are open to all ages, and Gotham Hall also has face painters, a balloon artist and a magician.
What happens if it rains on parade day?
Both parties go ahead rain or shine, so you have a warm, dry room to come back to all morning.
