75th Annual H-E-B Thanksgiving Day Parade (Downtown)
Thanksgiving Day Parade DETAILS
From the organizer:
The 75th Annual H-E-B Thanksgiving Day Parade will take place on Thursday, November 28, 2024 at 9 a.m. Located in the heart of downtown Houston, this event is one of the oldest Thanksgiving Day parades in the country. Each year, several hundred thousand Houstonians line the streets to cheer on participants. The parade will traverse over 20 city blocks and will feature elaborate floats, colorful marching bands, high-flying balloons and other uniquely Houston entries.
See the parade route map HERE.
VIEWING TIPS
- Arrive early to secure a viewing spot along the route.
- Downtown streets close starting early on the morning of the parade.
- A limited number of premium seats are available and can be purchased at houstonthanksgivingparade.org for $28.25+ each
- Curbside space along the route for lawn chairs and blankets will be plentiful. Easy access parking is available along the route, and Metro buses will be running on a holiday schedule. For route and schedule information, please visit www.ridemetro.org.
- The parade will be broadcast live on KHOU 11
