The parade, now in its 95th year, is back with a bang, with spectators being allowed to once again take to line the New York streets.
Last year, spectators were banned from the parade, due to the coronavirus pandemic, as New York was heavily hit by the virus.
A group of colourful characters returned to the New York skies bringing joy to the thousands of people who lined streets and balconies to watch the parade.
New characters in the sky this year included Baby Yoda and Pikachu and Evee, whilst the parade on the ground dazzled viewers with marching bands, the cast of Sesame Street, Santa Claus himself and even a turkey.
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9. Macy's Stars and Paw Patrol
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10. Pikachu and Eevee
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11. Baby Yoda
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12. Diary of a Wimpy Kid
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