Conan Gray Added as Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade Performer: See the Full Lineup
As Thanksgiving approaches, the excitement for the annual Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade is building, and this year, indie-pop sensation Conan Gray is set to add to the festivities with a live performance. Gray, who has recently enjoyed significant success with his fourth studio album, *Wishbone*, will take the stage on 34th Street in New York City on Thursday, November 27, at 8:30 a.m. local time. This announcement comes just a few months after the album’s release, which debuted at No. 3 on the Billboard 200 and features popular singles like “This Song” and “Vodka Cranberry.” Gray’s performance at the parade is expected to showcase his unique sound and energy, captivating viewers across the nation.
In addition to his parade performance, Conan Gray will also star in a festive commercial for Macy’s titled “Holiday Gift Hotline,” which will air during the parade broadcast. In this lighthearted spot, he will share the screen with NFL quarterback Baker Mayfield and actor John O’Hurley, seeking assistance from actress Alison Brie as they navigate their holiday shopping. Gray’s inclusion in both the parade and the commercial highlights his rising star power in the entertainment industry, making him a fitting addition to the event’s impressive lineup.
The 2025 Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade promises to be a star-studded spectacle, featuring a diverse array of performers such as Cynthia Erivo, Lainey Wilson, and the KPop girl group HUNTR/X. The event will also showcase a variety of musical acts, including Colbie Caillat, Busta Rhymes, and the iconic Radio City Rockettes, among many others. With over 1,200 dancers and cheerleaders participating, along with numerous marching bands from across the country, this year’s parade is set to deliver a vibrant and entertaining experience for audiences. Hosted by Savannah Guthrie, Hoda Kotb, and Al Roker, the parade will be broadcast live on NBC and Peacock, ensuring that families can gather together to enjoy this beloved holiday tradition.
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Before you break the wishbone on your Thanksgiving turkey,
Conan Gray
is going to build on the success he’s seen with 2025 album
Wishbone
with a performance during the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade this year.
As
Billboard
can exclusively announce on Monday (Nov. 24), the indie-pop singer is joining the annual showcase’s already star-studded lineup. Viewers tuning in at 8:30 a.m. local time on Thursday (Nov. 27) can catch Gray performing on 34th Street, where the iconic Macy’s storefront is located in New York City.
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The news comes a little over three months after the release of Gray’s fourth studio album,
Wishbone
. Featuring singles “This Song” and “Vodka Cranberry” — which Gray performed at the MTV VMAs in September — the project reached No. 3 on the
Billboard 200
.
In addition to the parade performance, Gray will also co-star in a new “Holiday Gift Hotline” commercial for Macy’s that will premiere during the broadcast. The singer/songwriter stars alongside NFL quarterback Baker Mayfield and actor John O’Hurley in the spot, as they call on the “Macy’s Gift Guide,” aka actress Alison Brie, to help them with their holiday shopping.
Gray is just the latest star to be revealed as a parade performer in 2025, with Cynthia Erivo, Lainey Wilson and the singing trio behind
KPop Demon Hunters
girl group HUNTR/X — EJAE, Audrey Nuna and REI AMI — also sharing the bill. The show’s full guest lineup features Drew Baldridge, Matteo Bocelli, Colbie Caillat, Ciara, Gavin DeGraw, Meg Donnelly, Mr. Fantasy, Foreigner, Debbie Gibson, Mickey Guyton, Christopher Jackson, Jewel, Lil Jon, Kool & the Gang, Darlene Love, Roman Mejia, Taylor Momsen, Tiler Peck, Busta Rhymes, Calum Scott, Shaggy, Lauren Spencer Smith, Luísa Sonza and Teyana Taylor.
There will also be appearances by Nikki DeLoach, Kristoffer Polaha, U.S. Olympian Ilia Malinin, U.S. Paralympian Jack Wallace and special correspondent Sean Evans, as well as the Radio City Rockettes and guest dancers from the EVIDENCE Dance Company, Native Pride Productions, Circus Vazquez, and
A Chorus Line: The Next Generation
, led by creative director and original cast member Baayork Lee. More than 1,200 dancers and cheerleaders repping the Spirit of America Dance and Spirit of America Cheer will perform as well.
And of course, it wouldn’t be the Macy’s parade without a brigade of marching bands in the mix. This year, the featured ensembles will be the Banda de Musica La Primavera (Panama), Catawba Ridge High School Marching Band (South Carolina), Damien Spartan Regiment (California), L.D. Bell Blue Raider Band (Texas), Northern Arizona University Lumberjack Marching Band, Alcorn State University Sounds of Dyn-O-Mite (Mississippi), Spartans Jr Drum and Bugle Corps (New Hampshire), The Marching Pride of North Alabama, Temple University Diamond Band (Pennsylvania), the Macy’s Great American Marching Band and the NYPD Marching Band (New York).
Hosted by
Today
‘s Savannah Guthrie, Hoda Kotb and Al Roker, the 2025 Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade will air live on NBC and
Peacock
at 8:30 a.m. local time.
