Thanksgiving day parade

Joe Bonamassa (Macys Thanksgiving Day Parade)

The iconic holiday parade is BACK!

Here's a look at some photographs of the parade through the years, including some shots from the very first Macy's parade back in 1924!

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The Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade is a pastime we all know and love, but there are a handful of facts about the whole production that you've probably never heard before. It all began in 1924 when the first parade took place. Watch the video above to find out more about everyone's favorite Turkey Day tradition. We partnered with Homewood Suites by Hilton to bring you these lesser-known facts about the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade.

What a fun and wonderful thanksgiving parade we had this year! Love this tradition of going to the Macy's parade since we moved here. We never take our New York minutes for granted. Going to the parade and watching it live is as thriving as it is televised. I mean, the tv version doesn't do the live experience justice! The kids are getting older and continuing these moments with them has developed a stronger meaning of what tradition, and 'family bonding' really means to them. I'm so happy…

Here's a look at some photographs of the parade through the years, including some shots from the very first Macy's parade back in 1924!

Thousands of people lined the streets as iconic balloons floated and participants marched and danced in the traditional celebration.

Pure. Deflated. Perfection.