The Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade is returning to its normal format this year for its 95th annual edition, after a much-reduced version last year due to the pandemic.

Macy’s revealed information about performers, the giant flying balloons and more yesterday (November 1st), after a September announcement that the parade would be back as usual, including the two-and-a-half-mile route through Manhattan, the high-flying balloons, and spectators lining the route.

Last year, everything was condensed to a one-block stretch in front of Macy’s in Manhattan, many performances were pre-taped, balloons were tethered by vehicles instead of having handlers, and there weren’t in-person spectators.

New balloons for the Thankgiving Day parade this year on November 25h are Ada Twist, Scientist and the Pokémon characters Pikachu and Eevee, and performers will include Carrie Underwood, Jimmie Allen, Kelly Rowland, Rob Thomas, Kristin Chenoweth, Mickey Guyton, Chris Lane, and more.

Source: Associated Press