From Snoopy to Minnie Mouse, there have been many iconic balloon debuts over the years — and it's been no small feat to bring them to life The first-ever character balloon in the Macy's Thanksgiving ...

Every November, New York’s streets come alive with gigantic characters that make you stop mid-step. The Macy’s Parade is more than marching bands and floats; it’s a showcase of incredible balloons ...

To be a balloon handler in the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade—much like trying to be anything in New York City—you have to know somebody. Since the parade’s start in 1924, the positions that guide ...

It’s that time of year once again, the legendary Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade is upon us. Not only is the parade a lot of fun for young and old alike, but it is also a good representation of popular ...

The first-ever character balloon in the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade was Felix the Cat in 1927. Creating a Macy's parade balloon is a complex process that takes about five months to complete. The ...