In preparation for the Stamford Downtown Parade Spectacular, onlookers gathered at the intersection of Hoyt and Summer Street to see the Point72 Giant Balloon Inflation Party on Saturday, Nov. 23.

Get ready for Thanksgiving! We take you behind the scenes at the incredible Macy's Balloonfest 2025 in New York City, where the iconic giant balloons come to life the day before the official parade.

For spectators who want to see the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade balloons without the same crowds (and rain) that are likely on Thursday, the balloon inflation on Wednesday afternoon is always a ...

Thousands gathered on Manhattan’s Upper West Side Wednesday to watch their favorite characters take flight ahead of the annual Macy’s Thanksgiving Day parade. A massive line of people snaked around ...

NEW YORK -- The iconic balloons came to life Wednesday night for the 2024 Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade in New York City. CBS News New York hosted its annual Thanksgiving Eve Celebration live from ...

STAMFORD — Top children's music group Kidz Bop will perform this year during the 30th annual Stamford Downtown Parade Spectacular, the city's marquee holiday event during the Thanksgiving season. The ...

“Bluey” fans, no need to be deflated! A 51-foot-long balloon of the beloved hit kids’ TV character popped during inflation Wednesday — but has made a quick recovery ready to fly during the Macy’s ...