The Latest: Crowds, security at Macy's Thanksgiving Parade

Crowds, some as many as ten deep, lined the parade route, which starts on Manhattan's Upper West Side and makes its way down to Macy's flagship store on 34th Street.

The Charlie Brown balloon is one of three new giant character inflatables in this year's parade, and joins returning favorites including Thomas the Tank Engine, Hello Kitty and SpongeBob SquarePants.

The popular event draws millions of spectators as it makes its way through the streets of Manhattan before finishing up at Macy's flagship store.