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Louisiana Travel joins the 95th Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade®
New York, New York, United States
For the first time ever, the Louisiana Office of Tourism will promote Louisiana's unique culture on a worldwide stage in the 95th Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade®!
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It all started with an idea and Macy's float design and build team brought it to life!
140 State St
Moonachie, NJ
The American Alligator is the state reptile of Louisiana. He represents Sportsman's Paradise. No Louisiana visit is complete without a swamp tour of paddle along one of our bayous.
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Dreams turn into larger than life reality!
Moonachie, New Jersey, United States
Everyone loves a parade and as home to Mardi Gras, Louisiana knows how to celebrate with a parade! The Macy's team of designers and engineers created a magical creature to inspire people to visit the Bayou State.
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Not a detail was spared!
140 State St
Moonachie, NJ
The paddlewheel represents the iconic paddlewheel boats that tour along the Mississippi River.
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Notice the design elements from the Bayou to Bourbon Street
Louisiana, United States
The "Celebration Gator" is a tribute to Louisiana's rich culture featuring elements of a riverboat and architectural elements from the French Quarter.
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Meet the "Celebration Gator!"
United States
The 60-foot long gargantuan gator is one of the longest floats to appear in the parade!
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The magic is in the details!
New Orleans, Louisiana, United States
The architecture and wrought iron railings showcase the colorful blending of our French and Spanish heritage.
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Crawling out of the Bayou into the Big Apple
New York, NY
Tune in Thanksgiving morning to see the fine details of the float!
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Louisiana native Jon Batiste wowed the crowds in-person and on television.
New Orleans, Louisiana, United States
One of New Orleans' favorite sons, Jon Batiste performed on the Celebration Gator!
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Watch the 96th Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade® live on NBC in 2023!
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New York, NY
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Celebrate with us Thanksgiving morning as the "Celebration Gator" rolls through the streets of New York! Enjoy these tips for a watch party.