Happy Thanksgiving! As you probably know, the annual Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade will air today, delighting millions of people across the country. This year marks the parade’s 90th birthday. The parade is a huge deal: 50 million TV viewers watch the live broadcast, and 3.5 million people watch it in person. But have you ever thought about how much it costs to put on the parade? Spoiler: it’s a lot. Ebates made this infographic that breaks down all the costs associated with the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. Here are just a few facts: the total cost of the parade is between $10.4 million and $12.3 million; it features 1000 clowns and 1,100 cheerleaders and dancers; and each year it spends a minimum of $510,000 on helium for balloons. Check it out for more facts, and have a great Thanksgiving Day!
