For the 22nd consecutive year, Pokémon took part in the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. Read on below to learn more:
Bellevue, Wash. — Nov. 21, 2022 — The Pokémon Company International will return to the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade® for its 22nd consecutive year on Thursday, Nov. 24, in New York City. To kick off the holiday season, Pikachu and Eevee will soar among Manhattan’s skyscrapers, delighting spectators in a giant Poké Ball-inspired sled. The balloon will greet fans as it moves along the parade route before arriving at the iconic Macy’s Herald Square.
This year, Pokémon fans can usher in the festive season with the newly launched Pokémon Scarlet and Pokémon Violet video games, featuring a new region to explore, new Pokémon to discover, and new ways for fans to play. The Pokémon Company International has also provided fans with more ways to engage with the Pokémon brand during the holidays, including the latest Pokémon Trading Card Game expansion, Sword & Shield—Silver Tempest; the newest season of the Pokémon animated series, “Pokémon Ultimate Journeys: The Series,” streaming on Netflix; and fun gift ideas at Pokémon Center, the premier online destination for official Pokémon merchandise in the US, Canada, and UK.
To join the Thanksgiving celebration with Pokémon and Macy’s, fans can tune into the parade from 9 a.m. to noon Nov. 24 in all time zones on NBC and streaming on Peacock.
Kick off the holiday season watching Pikachu and Eevee sled through the Manhattan skies.
For the 22nd consecutive year, Pokémon will be having a ball as part of the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade®. Pikachu and Eevee will soar through the sky in style on a Poké Ball-inspired sled, marking the second year that Eevee will be joining Pikachu on this epic journey. Judging by their excited expressions, these two are up to the challenge of spreading holiday cheer.
Fans across the United States can watch the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade on November 24 on NBC and streaming on Peacock, starting at 9 a.m. in all time zones. Be sure to check your local TV listings so you don’t miss out on the Thanksgiving Day fun!
Happy Thanksgiving from Pokémon!
Source: Pokemon.com
Source: Pokemon
