Millions line the streets of New York to watch the 86th Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade.<br/> <br />Crowds along the parade route cheer a host of giant character balloons make their way through the city.<br/> <br />The parade, typically draws 3.5 million spectators and 50 million television viewers. It features 28 floats, 11 marching bands, and thousands of dancers and cheerleaders.<br/> <br />Santa Claus, the star of the event, closed out the show as thoughts turn from Thanksgiving to Christmas.
