Ponchos and umbrellas were a must at the Thanksgiving Day Parade in Philadelphia. But Mother Nature's challenge didn’t stop people from showing up.

Ashley Anders, of Center City, can’t remember missing a Thanksgiving Day parade in her entire 49 years. She also can’t remember a Thanksgiving Day when it rained during the entire event. She’s attended when it has been 80 degrees and when it was freezing — but never when it was raining.

Philadelphia residents should expect road closures for the annual Thanksgiving Day Parade. Here's what you need to know.