Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade adds Kylie Minogue, Jennifer Hudson & Billy Porter to already packed lineup; check out full list of performers.

The Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade, a century-old tradition, takes place on Thursday, November 28 at 8:30 a.m. and promises to be the biggest yet.

For the first time, two Omaha Nation cheerleaders will be sharing their spirit in New York City on Thanksgiving day. Javianna Chavez and her teammate, Micah Zephier auditioned to become two of more than 300 cheerleaders spreading joy on Thanksgiving day.

It takes 18 months, over 5,000 volunteers, 22 floats, 17 giant balloons, 700+ clowns, and thousands of hours to bring Macy’s Thanksgiving Parade magic to 2.5 miles of fans.

Jennie-O turkey brand will display its float at Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade for the fifth consecutive year.

The Macy’s Thanksgiving Parade has existed for nearly a century, shifting from radio to television broadcasts. The parade is still televised nationally on NBC channels, rain or shine. On November 28, the showcase runs from 8:30 a.m. to noon EST. If you subscribe to a live TV streaming service, simply visit the NBC channel to watch the parade.

The Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade has added some of the world’s biggest music and entertainment stars to the lineup, including Jennifer Hudson, Kylie Minogue, and Billy Porter. Cynthia Erivo and Cole Escola are also set to appear.

NEW YORK (AP) — The giant balloons may be flying at the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade, but the stars will be on street. Organizers revealed Thursday that actor-singer Jennifer Hudson, dance music icon Kylie Minogue and Broadway and “Pose” star Billy Porter will all perform, an upping of the star wattage over previous years.

Jennifer Hudson, Kylie Minogue and Billy Porter are set to perform at the 98th Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade, NBC announced.