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A Look Back at Macy’s Parade Balloon History

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 ...
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11 Surprising Facts About the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade Balloons (Like How Long They Take to Make!)

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 ...