So read on to learn how to do this year's parade right, or how to correct your mistakes for next year. If you and your loved ones can't see anything, are freezing to death, and feel like you're going to burst, this is not going to be a fun holiday. These elements are all related, so if you do good by one, you'll be doing good by another. It doesn't reach Herald Square until 10 or even later. Everyone wants to be at the parade's beginning on Central Park West or its end at Herald Square.
Many people bring folding chairs to wait for the parade in comfort.
Bring 'em, spread em, and squat. When the crowds make you stand, you can just roll them up. And bring extras. See below , of course. Think multiple layers, longjohns, two pairs of socks, and your grandmother's hot water bottle.