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2013 Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade: Balloons, floats set for parade

The SpongeBob SquarePants balloon takes a test flight during the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade Balloonfest at New Jersey's MetLife Stadium. Bad weather means the balloons may be grounded this year.

The SpongeBob SquarePants balloon takes a test flight during the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade Balloonfest at New Jersey’s MetLife Stadium. Bad weather means the balloons may be grounded this year.   (Brad Barket / Getty Images for Nickelodeon)

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The Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade is an 87-year-old tradition. Here are some new entries for this year’s parade. As fans get ready for the annual parade, bad weather has hit the East Coast. The big balloons may not fly this year.

SeaWorld float

The SeaWorld float, seen at a preview, has spurred controversy. Animal-rights activists have protested the float, which features killer whale Shamu, after revelations about the treatment of orcas in captivity.  (Mel Evans / Associated Press)

Chocolate float for Thanksgiving

A preview event shows the Enchanting World of Lindt Chocolate float, new to this year’s Macy’s parade.  (Mel Evans / Associated Press)

Finn and Jake of 'Adventure Time'

Another new balloon for this year’s Macy’s Thanksgiving Parade features Finn (top) and Jake from the animated series “Adventure Time.”   (Mel Evans / Associated Press)

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