From the Mushroom Kingdom to New York City!

The Mario balloon was created by Macy’s Parade Studio’s team of artists in partnership with Nintendo of America and measures 51-feet and 2-inches long, 37-feet wide and 43-feet and 8-inches tall. Clad in his classic blue overalls and signature red cap, striking a flying pose inspired by the game Super Mario Galaxy.

Mario has brought smiles to fans of all ages throughout the world. What started in video games has leveled up across the globe to be celebrated through theme parks, movies and a wide variety of merchandise. Often appearing with his brother Luigi, Princess Peach and their mutual rival Bowser, Mario and friends have been featured across a wide variety of games, including Super Mario Galaxy, Super Mario Galaxy 2, Super Mario Odyssey, Super Mario Maker 2, Super Mario Party Jamboree, Super Mario Bros. Wonder on the Nintendo Switch system and most recently, Mario Kart World on the Nintendo Switch 2 system. On April 3, 2026, Mario will return to the big screen with the release of The Super Mario Galaxy Movie, a new animated movie from Nintendo and Illumination based on the world of Super Mario Bros.

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