Gaming is set to make a big impact this year at the annual Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. Bandai Namco has announced that Pac-Man will be debuting as a new balloon in the iconic event.
The Pac-Man balloon is scheduled to make its first appearance on November 27, the day the parade takes place. This exciting reveal was shared by Bandai Namco in a recent social media post, where they unveiled details about the upcoming balloon for the 2025 Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade.
Over the years, the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade has featured several video game characters, including fan favorites like Sonic the Hedgehog and Pikachu from Pokémon. However, this year promises something special with a lineup of new balloons inspired by popular video games.
In addition to Pac-Man, it was announced earlier this month that Nintendo will be introducing a Mario balloon to celebrate the 40th anniversary of Super Mario Bros. With these additions, gaming enthusiasts have even more reason to tune in and enjoy the parade festivities.
Stay tuned for November 27 to see these gaming icons come to life in the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade!
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