The Thanksgiving Day parade—the United States’ oldest—has returned to the streets of Philadelphia. On Nov. 25, thousands of people once again turned out to see the grand parade’s performances, bringing with them joyfulness and a prevailing spirit of rebirth, in the wake of pandemic-related lockdowns.
Large floats, marching bands, string bands, giant balloon cartoon statues, dance teams, Eagles cheerleaders, Santa Claus, and Mrs. Claus delighted and dazzled spectators with an array of festive colors.
