Jordin Sparks, Daughtry Set for NBC’s 89th Macy’s Parade

THE 89TH ANNUAL MACY'S THANKSGIVING DAY PARADE-- Pictured: "The 89th Annual Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade" Logo -- (Photo by: NBCUniversal)

American Idol season 6 winner, Jordin Sparks, and season 5 alum Chris Daughtry and his band Daughtry, Dancing with the Stars contestant, Andy Grammer, Mariah Carey and more will take part in the 89th Annual Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade airing once again on NBC.

Check out the official press release below.

America’s favorite holiday tradition will once again kick off the season of joy as the 89th Annual Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade returns to march down the streets of New York on Thursday, Nov. 26 (9 a.m.-noon in all time zones.) Matt Lauer, Savannah Guthrie and Al Roker of NBC’s “Today” will anchor the broadcast.

As millions celebrate the holiday with family and friends, more than 8,000 participants – including clowns, balloon handlers and marching bands – will travel through Manhattan to the sound of the iconic catchphrase “Let’s Have a Parade”. With more than 3.5 million spectators and over 50 million television viewers nationwide, the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade is the nation’s most celebrated and anticipated holiday treat.

Stars of film, television, stage, sports and music will provide the nation first-class performances. Joining the festivities this year are Pat Benatar and Neil Giraldo, Mariah Carey, Dove Cameron and Sofia Carson, Cirque du Soleil, Daughtry, Andra Day, Andy Grammer, Sandra Lee, Shawn Mendes, MercyMe, MIPSO, Miss America 2016 Betty Cantrell, Jennifer Nettles, NHL legends Mark and Marty Howe, Jake Owen, Panic! at the Disco, Plain White T’s, Rachel Platten, Questlove with the cast & the Muppets of “Sesame Street”, Prince Royce, the cast of Broadway’s “School of Rock,” Trey Songz, Jordin Sparks, Chica and the gang from Sprout and Train.

Joining the parade as a signature element kicking off the holiday season will be the world-famous Radio City Rockettes. The national broadcast would not be complete without showcasing the best theatrical productions. Set for a 34th Street performance will be Fiddler on the Roof, Finding Neverland, The King & I, On Your Feet and Something Rotten. In addition, spectators will get a sneak preview performance from NBC’s The Wiz Live! which premieres Thursday, Dec. 3 (8 p.m. ET/PT).

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