Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade 2022: Lea Michele & More Highlights From The Holiday Event

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Elissa Anderson

November 24, 2022 9:33AM EST

Happy Thanksgiving! The iconic Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade got underway on November 24 and featured incredible performances from Lea Michele and more.

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2022 Macys Thanksgiving Parade Photos

2022 Macys Thanksgiving Parade Photos — The holiday season is officially here! The Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade got underway on November 24 with a star-studded lineup, amazing performance, and epic balloons.

Lea Michele and the cast of ‘Funny Girl’ kicked off Thanksgiving with a terrific performance of ‘Don’t Rain On My Parade.’ They started out on the Upper West Side and ended in front of the iconic Macy’s department store in Midtown Manhattan.

In addition to ‘Funny Girl,’ the parade also featured spectacular performances from Broadway’s ‘Some Like It Hot,’ ‘The Lion King,’ and more. Celebrities like Paula Abdul, Big Time Rush, Jordan Davis, Cam, Jimmy Fallon, Fitz and the Tantrums, Sean Paul, Sarah Hyland, Adam DeVine, and more were present during the broadcast.

Mariah Carey joined the celebration in a historic parade finale to perform her iconic holiday anthem ‘All I Want For Christmas Is You.’ See all the best photos from the 2022 Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade in our gallery.

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Mariah Carey

Mariah Carey — It’s almost Christmastime! Mariah Carey performed her hit ‘All I Want For Christmas Is You’ at the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade.

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Lea Michele

Lea Michele — Lea Michele stunned in her Fanny Brice wardrobe for her performance at the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. She kicked off the parade with a performance of ‘Don’t Rain On My Parade.’

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Lea Michele Performing At The Macy’s Parade

Lea Michele Performing At The Macy’s Parade — Fanny Brice takes on Thanksgiving! Lea Michele started off the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade with a dazzling performance of ‘Don’t Rain On My Parade.’

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Jimmy Fallon

Jimmy Fallon — Jimmy Fallon was all smiles during the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. He rocked a holiday sweater with a jack-o-lantern on it.

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Baby Yoda Takes New York City

Baby Yoda Takes New York City — The Baby Yoda/Grogu balloon is one of the man pop culture balloons on display at the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. The little guy is larger than life!

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‘Diary Of A Wimpy Kid’ Balloon

‘Diary Of A Wimpy Kid’ Balloon — The ‘Diary of a Wimpy Kid’ balloon flew down Central Park West during the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. The balloon was one of many on display during the parade.

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Dylan Dreyer At The Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade

Dylan Dreyer At The Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade — Dylan Dreyer helped kick off the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. She filled in for ‘TODAY’ weatherman Al Roker.
Macy’s Thanksgiving Day parade, New York, United States – 24 Nov 2022

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Paula Abdul & Jimmy Fallon

Paula Abdul & Jimmy Fallon — Jimmy Fallon and Paula Abdul posed together before Paula’s Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade performance. Paula was all bundled up!

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Adam DeVine & Sarah Hyland

Adam DeVine & Sarah Hyland — Bumper in New York! ‘Bumper In Berlin’ stars Adam DeVine and Sarah Hyland stood adopt a float during the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade.

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Paula Abdul Waves To Fans

Paula Abdul Waves To Fans — Paula Abdul waved to paradegoers at the 2022 Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. She wore a gold puffer coat over the top of her gold jumpsuit.

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Jordin Sparks

Jordin Sparks — Jordin Sparks looked cozy in her black coat with navy blue fur at the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. She performed atop the Toys R Us float.

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Dionne Warwick

Dionne Warwick — The iconic Dionne Warwick performed at the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. She sang ‘What the World Needs Now Is Love.’

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Ziggy Marley

Ziggy Marley — Ziggy Marley stood atop the ‘Baby Shark’ float at the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. He was joined by his family.

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Ronald McDonald Balloon

Ronald McDonald Balloon — All love from Ronald McDonald! The massive balloon returned for the 2022 Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade.

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Betty Who

Betty Who — Betty Who was one of the many celebrities at the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. She stayed warm in a multi-colored ensemble.

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Sean Paul

Sean Paul — Sean Paul performed at the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. He sang his hit ‘Temperature’ for the crowd.

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Miss America

Miss America — Miss America Emma Broyles attended the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. She wore her gorgeous crown as she waved to paradegoers.

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Minions Balloons

Minions Balloons — Gotta love those Minions. Universal had a Minions balloon at the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade.

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Big Time Rush

Big Time Rush — Big time fun for Big Time Rush. The boy band performed during the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade.

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Gloria Estefan

Gloria Estefan — The great Gloria Estefan performed during the parade. She was ready for the holiday season in her red coat.

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Santa Arrives

Santa Arrives — Don’t freak out — Santa’s here! Santa and his helpers move down the parade route at the 96th Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade in New York City.

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