It’s the gift that keeps on Thanksgiving.

Thousands braved blustery winds and packed Big Apple streets to celebrate the 99th Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade.

The balloons were noticeably held lower than usual to stave off strong gusts, but the holiday cheer was still in order for the exhilarated revelers — who raved when the iconic Tom the Turkey float kicked off the parade.

The Tom Turkey kicked off the 99th Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. AP

The Pillsbury Doughboy balloon making an appearance. Stephen Yang for the NY Post

A new Buzz Lighyear balloon makes its debut. Matthew McDermott

“Turkey, over here! Come on, over here!” Crowds of children screamed as the confetti cannons blasted off.

Second-grader Laura Condi arrived with her mother promptly at 6 a.m. to claim their stops along the parade route.

“I help mommy to help to make the hot chocolate — lots of jugs of water and hot chocolate pockets,” the 7-year-old told The Post, adding that she had a hard time falling asleep the night before — even though she’s come to the parade for the last five years.

“I came when I was 3, 4, 5, 6, and now I’m 7 years old. I am really excited. I went to sleep eventually but it was hard to sleep because I was so excited.”

Shrek inside his onion carriage is a new addition this year. Matthew McDermott

There were six new floats in this year’s festivities. AP

Greg Haffley balloon making its way down the parade route. Matthew McDermott

One man told The Post he claimed a spot for his family at 3:45 p.m. Wednesday — and brought along a trove of playing cards, tablets — and hot beverages to keep everyone occupied.

“We are a few families. All the dads came earlier and the moms and children came later. The dads came earlier to get front row seats,” Eric said.

“It’s been our tradition for the last five years.” 

Little Clara Scott was wearing a birthday crown and had a “Happy Birthday” sign hanging on the NYPD barriers.

Pac-Man balloon heading down sixth avenue. Matthew McDermott

“Turkey, over here! Come on, over here!” Crowds of children screamed as the confetti cannons blasted off.

Stephen Yang for the NY Post

Marchers tossed confetti over and gave plenty of high-fives to the girl — whose 8th birthday is Friday — as they passed by

“I’m feeling good, I’m having a good time. I’m excited,” Clara said, laughing and waving. 

“I want to see Derby the Tiger … I love all of it -saxophones, the marching bands, the balloons.”

The city Emergency Management Department had issued a weather alert for the parade, warning that wind gusts could reach speeds between 20 and 30 mph on Thursday afternoon, and up to 40 mph in the evening.

The new flying Mario balloon. Matthew McDermott

The Rockettes performing in front of Radio City Music Hall. Stephen Yang for the NY Post

Rain was also expected in the afternoon, but there was nothing but blue skies for the annual march.

Attending the parade was a bucket list item for Allyson Merrigan, 30, and her husband, who were married earlier this year.

“We got married and got to come to the Macy’s Day Parade. I always wanted to come – forever. I watched it on TV for 30 years. It’s a long-life dream – to come to the Macy’s Day parade,” Merrigan said.

“I like Snoopy. I always watched Snoopy at home and we got to see him in person.”

A Spiderman float charging down the parade route. Matthew McDermott

The 99th annual Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. Matthew McDermott

The city Emergency Management Department had issued a weather alert for the parade, warning that wind gusts could reach speeds between 20 and 30 mph on Thursday afternoon, and up to 40 mph in the evening. Erik Pendzich/Shutterstock

She and 12 family members, including a 2-month-old baby, woke up at 4 a.m. to get their spot — and all were set to head to the Central Park boathouse for dinner.

“This is the most energizing Thanksgiving that we’ve ever had, better than the turkey trot in San Francisco.”

Kathy Miller, 76, had traveled all the way from St Petersburg, Florida to be a part of the parade for the first time.

Stuart the Minion. Matthew McDermott

Goku during the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. Matthew McDermott

“I’m so excited. I’ve always wanted to come,” she said — while waving, laughing and shouting, “Happy Thanksgiving!”

“I watched it every year on TV but it is better in person — no comparison. It’s reality. It’s just amazing.”

Snoopy balloon. Stephen Yang for the NY Post