Sarah Maslin Nir has covered the annual event in New York City through freezing temperatures, gusting winds and always crowded sidewalks.

The Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade marched, soared and roared into its second century on Thursday despite rain and protestors.

Thousands attend the annual tradition of the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade in New York City. This year marks the 98th Parade, featuring fun and festive floats. NBC News' Jay Gray reports from a rainy Thanksgiving Parade and gives us an insight into some incredible floats,