2014 Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade recap, highlights: Classics, hits celebrated

(The Paddington Bear float makes its way down 6th Ave during the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade in New York.Carlo Allegri/ REUTERS)

Hosted by The Today's Show's Matt Lauer, Al Roker, and Savannah Guthrie, the 2014 Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade that happened on Thursday featured not only world famous acts, but local acts as well. One of the highlights of the parade was the classic rock band KISS, whose members were clad in their classic black and white make-up and glam rock attires.

Singers lit up the entire parade, singing both classics and the latest hits. Chart topper Megan Trainor sang her latest single "Lips Are Moving" while wearing a sweater with lip prints all over it.

Lucy Hale from 'Pretty Little Liars' also shared some music with the crowd, singing her way into country music stardom.

'Frozen's' Idina Menzel also made an appearance, and even posted a photo of herself with some of the members of the band KISS.

Good Charlotte's Joel and Benji Madden brought their rock flavor into the festival with the two of them performing their guitar-heavy songs. 'Girls' star Allison Williams was also present in the parade to support her 'Peter Pan Live!' cast members.

Another highlight was Tony Danza who won the crowd over with a song and dance number for the parents, while Becky G sang a song with a mascot of the popular character, Dora The Explorer. Nick Jonas performed as well, winning girls over with his song, "Jealous."

Sting also rounded up the cast of 'The Last Ship' and sang for the cheering crowds.

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