Parking in NYC – Thanksgiving Weekend 2017
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New York City is one of the best places to spend Thanksgiving weekend. No matter where you’re headed, we’ve got you covered on parking all weekend long, from the parade balloon inflation on Wednesday to the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day parade on Thursday to holiday shopping on Black Friday.
Let SpotHero figure out your NYC Thanksgiving parking for you so you can enjoy all the city has to offer over the holidays!
Balloon Inflation Parking
Watching the preparation of the balloons for the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade has become an annual tradition, with interest rivaling the parade itself. The balloons are blown up near the Museum of Natural History and are visible from about 3 p.m until 10 p.m on Wednesday, November 22nd. Parking in the area is tough, as Central Park presents some natural road blockages.
Pro-tip: Time Out New York suggests arriving later in the day, when characters have already taken shape.
We have compiled a list of parking spots within a 15-minute walk so you can still enjoy all the festivities.
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| Lot Name/Address | Rates Starting At | Reserve Parking |
| 105 W 88th | $25 | Book Now! |
| 101 W 90th | $20 | Book Now! |
| 207 W 88th | $24 | Book Now! |
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Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade Parking
The beloved Thanksgiving Day tradition takes place on Thursday, November 23, 2017. The parade begins at 77th and Central Park West and moves south on Central Park West. For this part of the parade, public viewing will start on 75th street and will only be available on the west side. Sixth Avenue from 59th to 34th offers the most opportunity for public viewing on both sides of the street. The parade will conclude at Macy’s flagship store in Herald Square around noon (full route here).
Booking parade parking ahead of time with SpotHero will help make viewing the characters, bands, and festivities easier!
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| Lot Name/Address | Rates Starting At | Reserve Parking | Close To |
| 200 W 71st | $20 | Book Now! | beginning of parade, public viewing areas starting on 75th |
| 229 W 60th | $22 | Book Now! | shops at Columbus Circle |
| 440 W 57th | $21 | Book Now! | shops at Columbus Circle |
| 62 E 54th | $28 | Book Now! | 6th Avenue viewing |
| 200 Park Avenue | $30 | Book Now! | 6th Avenue viewing |
| 10 E 30th | $30 | Book Now! | end of parade, Macy’s Herald Square |
| 148 W 31st | $17 | Book Now! | end of parade, Macy’s Herald Square |
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Pro-tips:
- Can’t stand the cold? There will be indoor viewing at the shops at Columbus Circle.
- Use Waze for the most up-to-date traffic and road closure info
- Want to sleep in? Choose a viewing space that’s on 6th Avenue between 59th and 38th–you should be okay to grab a spot as late as 7 a.m.
Black Friday Parking
For some, Thanksgiving dinner is just a warm-up to the main event–shopping! New York City has some of the best shopping in the country, and Black Friday will be no exception.
Whether you prefer the boutiques of SoHo or the excitement of 5th avenue, book your Black Friday parking spot ahead of time with SpotHero so you can use your time and energy to focus on the deals!
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| Lot Name/Address | Rates Starting At | Reserve Parking | Close To |
| 67 W 36th | $25 | Book Now! | Macy’s Herald Square |
| 1250 Broadway | $30 | Book Now! | Macy’s Herald Square |
| 330 W 58th | $23 | Book Now! | shops at Columbus Circle |
| 160 E 62nd | $23 | Book Now! | 5th Avenue/ Bloomingdale’s/ Bergdorf Goodman’s |
| 9 W 57th | $17 | Book Now! | 5th Avenue/ Bloomingdale’s/ Bergdorf Goodman’s |
| 311 W Broadway | $33 | Book Now! | SoHo |
| 6 Wooster St | $35 | Book Now! | SoHo |
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Your SpotHero Questions Answered
Whether you prefer balloons, bands, or bargains, we’ve got the perfect parking space for you! SpotHero can help make your holiday parking easier so you can focus on the things that matter most.
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