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Thanksgiving in New York 2024 guide

Not traveling for Thanksgiving? NYC offers feasts, the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade and more for folks in town.

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Thanksgiving in NYC is quickly approaching with all its togetherness and cozy fun for those of us who celebrate with family or do a Friendsgiving each year!

You may just be in town for the long weekend to see the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade or a New Yorker looking to make the most out of your days off, but there are plenty of epic things to do on Thanksgiving weekend. If you want to get ahead on your Christmas or Hanukkah gift-buying, take advantage of the slew of holiday markets going on or wander around the city to see the most stunning Christmas window displays and stop in to shop!  

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