The 2024 WNBA Champion New York Liberty will bring their championship energy to the iconic Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade this year. Fans of New York City’s only champions can expect to see familiar faces from the Liberty, including their mascot, Ellie the Elephant, this time in the NY Liberty Thanksgiving Parade, twice in as many months.
Where will the NY Liberty appear in the Thanksgiving Day Parade?
This year’s Thanksgiving Day Parade will feature the Liberty on the “Gift of Freedom” float. This is inspired by New York’s most iconic symbol: the Statue of Liberty. The float will showcase a recreation of Lady Liberty’s torch-bearing hand. It will make it a perfect backdrop for the team’s celebratory appearance.
Also, Liberty’s presence at the parade comes just weeks after their ticker-tape parade in Manhattan, celebrating their historic WNBA championship win. In a thrilling Game 5 at the Barclays Center against the Minnesota Lynx, they won their first-ever WNBA championship.
How to watch Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade
For those wondering how to catch the Liberty in action, the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade kicks off at 8:30 a.m. ET on November 28. NBC will provide national coverage, so you can watch from anywhere.
Who will be joining the NY Liberty at the Parade?
This year’s parade will also feature performances by stars like Charli D’Amelio, Idina Menzel, and T-Pain. Alongside these big names, the Liberty will help bring a festive, high-energy atmosphere to the streets of New York.
The New York Liberty’s 2024 season was nothing short of historic, as seen in their WNBA NY Liberty Parade. The team tied a franchise record with 32 wins and sent multiple players to international competitions, on top of winning their first-ever WNBA Championship.
Also, their championship victory marked the city’s first major basketball title since 1973, and fans have plenty to celebrate as Thanksgiving approaches.