For many, it’s not Thanksgiving without a viewing of this famous parade which has traveled down the streets of New York City since 1924. This year’s parade is expected to feature 1,200 cheerleaders and dancers, 1,000 clowns, 40 balloon contraptions on the road, 26 floats, 16 giant character balloons in the air, 11 marching bands, 3 hosts and 1 Santa.