As we approach the close of 2025, Nintendo’s iconic Mario franchise is celebrating a monumental milestone: its 40th anniversary. Fans around the world have already enjoyed several exciting events and releases in honor of this special occasion. From the launch of Mario Kart World and remastered versions of the Super Mario Galaxy games to the reveal of the new Super Mario Bros. Galaxy movie, the celebrations are in full swing.
Adding to the festivities, Mario is set to make a grand appearance at the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade in the United States this year. Nintendo recently announced on its social media channels that it will debut a brand-new Mario balloon as part of the parade, marking the first time Mario himself has taken part in this iconic event.
The render of the upcoming Mario balloon looks vibrant, clean, and full of fun — perfectly capturing the spirit of the beloved character. While other video game characters like Sonic the Hedgehog have previously appeared in the Macy’s Parade, this marks a significant first for Mario.
Nintendo isn’t new to the parade scene, either. Pikachu from Pokémon has also made appearances as one of the floats in past Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parades, further highlighting Nintendo’s strong presence in pop culture.
With the 40th anniversary celebrations continuing to unfold, fans have plenty to look forward to as Mario takes to the skies in New York City this Thanksgiving!
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