The First Thanksgiving Day Parade In 1924, Macy's employees, many of whom were European immigrants, wanted to celebrate the American holiday of Thanksgiving with a festive parade. The first Macy's Thanksgiving Day parade was held on November 27, 1924, and featured live animals from the Central Park Zoo, including elephants, camels, and donkeys. The parade was a huge success, attracting over 250,000 spectators. Read full article on www.emeversetv.com#Lemon8