Following the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade on November 27, a viral TikTok video showed dancers performing despite stepping in horse manure left by NYPD horses before their routine. The clip, captioned “The real definition of the show must go on!” quickly gained over 3.3 million views, sparking widespread praise for the dancers’ professionalism and resilience in handling the unpleasant situation with grace.
Viewers expressed sympathy for the performers, criticizing parade organizers for the unsanitary conditions and calling for better support, including cleaning or replacing ruined dance shoes. The 99th annual parade featured performances by Busta Rhymes and Cynthia Erivo, along with floats like Buzz Lightyear and a Stranger Things-themed float. Macy’s parade representatives have yet to comment on the incident.
