Don't Rain on My Parade

Photostory by Allison Canter

Detroit isn't the only city where thousands of spectators fill the streets every Thanksgiving morning. Despite inclement weather, crowds eagerly gathered for the 1998 Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade in Manhattan, New York. Families arrived at the sidelines hours before the beginning of the event to secure good viewing spots.The annual tradition's excitement was not dampened by the rain, as children, adults, and clowns were entertained by a kaleidoscope of floats, marching bands and characters of all sorts.

Marching Band, gets ready to march

Helen Wiley and her 3-year-old son Sam watch the parade with excitement; a group of band gals wait patiently for their cue to begin marching.

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