The Majestic, #4E (Sothebys International Realty)
The 98th annual Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade returns to Manhattan on Thursday morning, filling the streets with giant balloons, festive floats, and star-studded performances.
Starting at 8:30 a.m. on November 27, the parade officially kicks off the holiday season, which unofficially seems to have begun in August this year. This year’s debut attractions include six new balloons—Minnie Mouse, Spider-Man, and Dora the Explorer—and seven new floats, including tributes to Wednesday Addams and the Bronx Zoo. Celebrity performers include Idina Menzel, T-Pain, Ariana Madix, Charli D’Amelio, and Chlöe Bailey.
Starting at 8:30 a.m. on November 27, the parade officially kicks off the holiday season, which unofficially seems to have begun in August this year. This year’s debut attractions include six new balloons—Minnie Mouse, Spider-Man, and Dora the Explorer—and seven new floats, including tributes to Wednesday Addams and the Bronx Zoo. Celebrity performers include Idina Menzel, T-Pain, Ariana Madix, Charli D’Amelio, and Chlöe Bailey.
The parade will be broadcast nationwide and live-streamed online for those outside New York City. On Wednesday, the iconic balloon inflation at the American Museum of Natural History offers a behind-the-scenes look that many New Yorkers consider a Thanksgiving tradition in its own right.
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Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade route (https://www.macys.com/s/parade/route/)
On parade day, live viewing spots will line Central Park West and Sixth Avenue. The balloons will launch at West 77th Street and travel down Central Park West to Columbus Circle, turn onto Central Park South, and continue down Sixth Avenue to 34th Street, where the parade concludes in front of Macy's in Herald Square. Be prepared for street closures in Midtown, as NYPD enforces traffic restrictions throughout the morning.
For those unwilling to brave the forecasted rain, cold, and crowds, certain residential buildings along the parade route offer the ultimate perk—front-row views from the comfort of home. From the starting line on the Upper West Side to the final hurrah in Herald Square, these buildings provide a warm and intimate way to experience the joy of the parade.
The Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade as seen from an apartment in The Hollingsworth (Greystar)
Condo and co-op listings on the parade route
With an address between the balloon inflation and the start of the parade, residents of The San Remo have a front-row seat to all the events of the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade. Central Park views, impressively scaled floor plans, and prewar details appeal all year round.
The San Remo, #4C (Corcoran Group)
All images of The Dakota via Sotheby's International Realty
The Dakota is home to some spooky stories both fictional and not, and it's fair to describe its views of Central Park and iconic Upper West Side architecture as scary beautiful. As Halloween gives way to Thanksgiving, it is in a prime position on the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade route.
The Dakota, #75 (Douglas Elliman Real Estate)
All images of The Majestic via Brown Harris Stevens
All season long, the two Art Deco towers of The Majestic have looked out on the changing colors of Central Park foliage. At the unofficial start of the holiday season, they enjoy bird's-eye views of the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade.
The Majestic, #4E (Sothebys International Realty)
All images of The Prasada via Compass
As the parade makes its way south, The Prasada's formal entrance and dramatic facade make for a pleasing backdrop as the balloons and floats pass by on television. However, oversized windows in Central Park-facing units mean certain viewers don't even need to turn on their TVs to see the parade.
The Prasada, #8B (Compass)
15 Central Park West (Robert A.M. Stern Architects)
In the years since the residents-only restaurant at 15 Central Park West opened, it has become a gathering spot for parade viewing on Thanksgiving morning. But some residents don't even have to change out of their pajamas to enjoy the action.
15 Central Park West, #34C
$22,950,000
Central Park West | Condominium | 3 Bedrooms, 4 Baths | 2,761 ft2
15 Central Park West, #34C (Engel & Volkers New York Real Estate LLC)
As the parade route turns from Central Park West onto Central Park South, 220 Central Park South is well situated at the heart of it. Its soaring height, oversized windows, and vistas of Central Park and Columbus Circle allow for excellent views without obstruction from its supertall neighbors.
220 Central Park South, #55B
$37,500,000
Midtown West | Condominium | 3 Bedrooms, 3.5 Baths | 3,211 ft2
220 Central Park South, #55B (Serhant)
All images of 200 Central Park South via Corcoran
In an increasingly architectural adventurous section of Midtown West, 200 Central Park South continues to stand out for its broadly curved facade. The floor-to-ceiling windows allow for incredible light and views all year long, and easy parade viewing on Thanksgiving morning.
200 Central Park South, #29C (Compass)
All images of The Osborne via Christie's International Real Estate
The Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade is a New York City institution and, as one of the city's oldest cooperatives, so is The Osborne. It is well positioned to watch the parade's transition from the Upper West Side to Midtown.
The Osborne, #8BA (Sothebys International Realty)
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Between its soaring height and address in the middle of Midtown, 1600 Broadway may be what most people think of when they picture a New York City apartment building. Floor-to-ceiling windows look out on the bustling streets, including the parade, below.
1600 Broadway, #PH4C
$4,500,000 (-25%)
Midtown West | Condominium | 2 Bedrooms, 2.5 Baths | 1,629 ft2
1600 Broadway, #PH4C (Keller Williams NYC)
If the mayor's Garment District rezoning plan goes through, there are several buildings that are both eligible for conversion and situated to make the most of front-row parade routes in the coming years. Bryant Park Tower was an early residential entrant in this section of Midtown, and residents of the condos on the upper levels enjoy direct parade views.
Bryant Park Tower, #37E (Compass)
Rental listings on the parade route
In a section of soaring glass condos where Central Park meets Columbus Circle, the landmarked rental at 240 Central Park South stands out for its prewar design. The interiors were designed to make the most of light and air, and select units have private terraces and Central Park views to make the most of parade viewing.
From the Listing: 240 Central Park South features stunning units, a 24-hour concierge, a fitness center, as well as several shops, cafes and an award-winning restaurant. The building also offers a rooftop lounge and deck overlooking the park. Each home has unique features: Some offer wood-burning fireplaces, unparalleled views of Central Park, washers and dryers and private terraces. Interiors are regularly fully renovated with modern designer kitchens and bathrooms. See floor plan and full details here.
3 availabilities from $4,595
1 month free rent on a 12-month lease
ML House is located in one of the busiest sections of Midtown, but it draws inspiration from Bryant Park to integrate botanically inspired textures for a peaceful atmosphere inside the building. Certain units have private balconies, and all apartments have oversized windows to make the most of city and parade views.
From the Listing: eaturing studio, one and two-bedroom rental apartments, every residence is impeccably detailed with top-end finishes – from white oak hardwood floors and tailored closet organization systems to kitchens with Bosch appliances and bathrooms with spa-like marble finishes. Select apartments feature private terraces with stunning views of Bryant Park, and residents will have access to an exclusive suite of in-house amenities. E See floor plan and full details here.
Between the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade and the nearby Winter Village at Bryant Park, Atlas New York is well situated to make the most of the holiday season in the city. Residential amenities like a library, lounge, and Sky Terrace are ideal for hosting parade viewing parties, but residents of certain units don't even need to leave home for it.
From the Listing: Neighboring Bryant Park, and all major public transportation, Atlas New York is a 48-story luxury rental building, with a resident only concierge, and exclusive amenities. The building features studio to 2-bedroom apartments, appointed with open kitchens, full-sized stainless steel appliances, Oak wood floors, floor-to-ceiling windows, washer/dryers in select homes, and unparalleled views of the Manhattan. See floor plan and full details here.
8 availabilities from $4,150/month
Up to 2 months free rent on a 12-month lease
Hollingsworth (CityRealty)
Hollingsworth is located on Sixth Avenue between West 36th and 37th Streets, close to the end of the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade route. Many units look out onto Sixth Avenue, and base-level retail tenants like Birch Coffee, Krispy Kreme, and Paris Baguette put parade-viewing treats just an elevator ride away.
Hollingsworth, #PH15 (Greystar)
From the Listing: Blocks from Bryant Park are residences that want for nothing. Each apartment is filled with modern finishes and appliances, including in unit washer and dryer. Neutral finishes create an aesthetic that is warm, welcoming, and awaits your personal touch. Our community is a collection of amenities which make this a living environment that will exceed your expectations. See floor plan and full details here.
Herald Towers (http://www.heraldtowers.com/)
In 1913, this large and finely detailed building overlooking Herald Square was designed by F. M. Andrews and erected as the Hotel McAlpin. Decades later, it is an amenity-rich rental located en route to the parade's conclusion in front of Macy's Herald Square.
Herald Towers, #4C07 (MNS)
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