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Thousands attend Plymouth's annual Thanksgiving parade Saturday.

Thousands attend Plymouth's annual Thanksgiving parade Saturday, presented by America's Hometown Thanksgiving Celebration.

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Five Things You Need to Know Today: Nov. 17

America's Hometown Thanksgiving Celebration kicks off today with the Thanksgiving Parade at 11 a.m.

1. Here's all your Thanksgiving Celebration information, schedule of events, where to park, and the parade route. 2. Advance tickets for the Plymouth North vs. Plymouth South Thanksgiving football game will be on sale for $5 at the following locations. Plymouth North and Plymouth South High Schools during lunches Friday, Monday and Tuesday. In the main office at both high schools from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Friday, Monday and Tuesday and from 8 to 11 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 21. At the Oak Street school building from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. Friday, Monday and Tuesday and until 11 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 21. Due to seating capacity, ongoing construction of the athletic complex and the Council on Aging, as well as the safety and security of those in attendance …

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Thanksgiving Celebration Schedule of Events

America's Hometown Thanksgiving kicks off its annual Thanksgiving celebration tonight. Here's the full weekend schedule.

Schedule of Events Friday, November 16 5-6:30 p.m.: The South Shore Living Magazine’s Taste of New England VIP reception: Memorial Hall  (invitation only) 7-10 p.m.: (Doors open at 6pm for general seating): PIDC Free Patriotic Concert- featuring US Navy Band Country Current: Memorial Hall Saturday, November 17 10:30 a.m.: Opening Ceremonies-DCR Pilgrim Memorial Park 11 a.m.-1:15 p.m.: Thanksgiving Parade - Main Street, Plymouth 11 a.m.-4 p.m.: 11 a.m.-4 p.m.: Wampanoag Educational Pavilion -Brewster Gardens 1 p.m.: Coast Guard Rescue-Plymouth Harbor 6:30-10:30 p.m.: (Doors open at 6pm for general seating): Senior Drum Corps Reunion – Memorial Hall Sunday, November 18 9am-12pm: 11am-4pm: Tour of the Mayflower II (All day)

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Thanksgiving Parade Route

Plymouth's annual Thanksgiving Parade will be held Saturday, Nov. 17, beginning at 11 a.m.

The annual Thanksgiving Parade will be held Saturday Nov. 17. The parade will form on Court Street between Plimoth Plaza and Robbins Road and step off at approximately 11 a.m. The parade will proceed with no stops down Court Street, to Main Street, and Main Street Extension, then to Water Street where it will end at the bottom of Cole’s Hill. There will be early morning festivities prior to the parade as well as following the parade. For this reason Water Street will be closed between Brewster and Union Streets. Water St. will be closed at these locations at 8 a.m. and remain closed until 4 p.m. unless needs or conditions dictate otherwise. There also will be parking restrictions on Court Street, Main Street, and Main Street Extension …

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The Thanksgiving Parade Route

The annual parade steps off at 10:30 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 19. Get there early for a good spot to watch it.

The annual Thanksgiving parade is the biggest part of the three-day America's Hometown Thanksgiving Celebration. The parade begins at 10:30 a.m. at the corner of Court and Nelson streets and heads south on Court Street, turning left onto Water Street and ending in front of Cole's Hill. Parade organizers recommend getting downtown early for a good spot to watch the parade. Whether you prefer standing on Court or Main Street or sitting on Cole's Hill behind the grandstand, there are plenty of places to watch. Where is your favorite place to watch the parade?

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Thanksgiving Begins Friday in America's Hometown

America's Hometown Thanksgiving Celebration begins Friday night with a patriotic concert at Memorial Hall and continues throughout the weekend. Here's the schedule.

Friday, Nov. 18 Free Patriotic Concert Featuring the Navy Band Sea Chanters – Memorial Hall 7-10 p.m. (Doors open at 6 p.m. for general seating) Saturday, Nov. 19 Opening Ceremonies - Waterfront Park 10:30 a.m. US Airforce C5 Flyover Thanksgiving Parade - Main Street 11 a.m.-1:15 p.m. New England Food Festival - Waterfront Park 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Kids Activity Tent - Waterfront Park 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Crafter’s Pavilion - Waterfront Park 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Portal to the Past -Historic Village & Demonstrations- Brewster Gardens Wampanoag Educational Pavilion -11 a.m.-4 p.m. Living History Scavenger Hunt – Brewster Gardens 2-3:30 p.m. Senior Drum Corps Competition-Memorial Hall 6:30-10:30 p.m. (Doors open at 5:45 for general seating) Sunday, Nov. 20 …

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