Macy's on Instagram: "Go behind-the-scenes with the families who kick off their holidays at Balloonfest. Plus, get a peek at the newest characters joining the #MacysParade —which one are you most excited to see on Thanksgiving Day? 🎈"

Go behind-the-scenes at Balloonfest and see the the newest balloons joining #MacysParade this year take flight—Pac-Man, Buzz Lightyear, Shrek’s Onion Carriage, Mario, Frieda the Dachshund and Frost Pips! Which one are you most excited to see on Thanksgiving Day? 🎈 macys.com/parade | Macy's

It’s a bird, it’s a plane — it’s Buzz! Giant balloons of four new animated characters that will be featured in the 99th Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade took a test run above MetLife Stadium on November 1. | New York Post

A Mario balloon will be featured in the 99th Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade! Here's what to expect! | WCNC Charlotte