“The TD parade is one of my favorite events. Not enough superlatives to describe how wonderful the marching bands, floats etc are in America’s home town parade. I would recommend to anyone to visit & enjoy this parade. It is volunteer and contribution generated so please donate generously to keep it as spectacular as it was this year! Thank you to all participants!”
The Saturday morning celebration festivities begin at 9:00am with Opening Ceremonies. The parade steps off at Plymouth Rock at 10:00am on the Plymouth Massachusetts historic waterfront with an opening ceremony featuring a variety of top-quality entertainment.
This is one of America's only historically accurate chronological parades, visually bringing to life America's rich heritage representing each century from the 17th through the 21st. In showing the preservation of America's history through the years, beginning with the Pilgrim era, we promote an appreciation among our citizens for our rich heritage.
The parade is ranked the #1 Thanksgiving parade in the nation. It features beautifully decorated floats representing historic events, honoring national anniversaries and celebrating every period of American history.
Patriotism and hope is revived in the hearts of observant adults and children as the floats, drum and bugle corps, and military bands march thru the streets honoring the courageous defenders of our country: the men and women who serve in the Army, the Navy, the Marines, the Air Force and the Coast Guard.
Educational and economic factors aside, the parade offers plenty of fun and entertainment to attract visitors from all corners of the United States and even beyond. Viewers are treated to a visual trip back to the colonial days.
Event Information
Date
Saturday, November 21, 2026
Step-Off
10:00 AM at Plymouth Rock
Route End
Court St. & Nelson St.
Admission
Free to the public
VIEW OUR MANY FLOATS OVER THE YEARS
The Antiquarian Society's Hedge House float shows off its Federal period architecture. The The Antiquarian Society's Hedge House float shows off its Federal period architecture. The origianl Hedge was built by sea captain William Hammet.Hedge was built by sea captain William Hammet.
Voices of the Celebration
What People Are Saying
“Drove all the way from Virginia with two small children to be apart of the BEST Thanksgiving Celebration. So glad that the quality and continuity of this parade has been maintained at such a high standard over the years so my children will hopefully have the same wonderful memories of it during their childhood as I did!”
“In my opinion, this is the best Thanksgiving Parade in the nation. Every year has a well planned theme, and everything lines up with it. Top quality floats and bands, and quality people running it make it a real pleasure to help out, and make me proud to be a part of! I have lost count of the number of years I have done so with my family. Then there are concerts, and events, and demonstrations, and a Food Festival that make it a complete weekend celebration. Well worth my trip in from Pennsylvania this year!”
You can become a part of this spectacular event as a sponsor, participant or volunteer.