PHOTOS: The New Bluey Balloon, Plus Returning Grogu and Disney Wish Float Prepare to Return for 2022 Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade

As millions prepare to watch the 2022 Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade tomorrow, three new and returning Disney features have been spotted along the streets of New York City that are sure to be a hit with Disney Park fans.

The WDW News Today team got a preview of the anticipated Bluey giant character balloon, which will debut in tomorrow’s 2022 Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. We also checked in on the preparation of the returning Grogu balloon from “The Mandalorian” and the Disney Cruise Line float, which both premiered in the 2021 Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade.

Bluey Balloon

Bluey Balloon, 2022 Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade

Bluey, the animated character of the hit BBC series by the same name, makes her Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade debut tomorrow as a new giant character balloon. As first reported by WDWNT in October, the Bluey balloon was created by Macy’s Parade Studio and stands tall, measuring 51 feet long, 37 feet wide, and 52 feet tall. Approximately 50 gallons of blue paint were used to hand-paint Bluey into her larger-than-life form.

Bluey Balloon, 2022 Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade
Created by Joe Brumm in 2018, “Bluey” is an Australian kids’ TV show about a family of dogs that has captured the hearts of children from across the globe. The Emmy-winning show is popular with children worldwide and follows the adventures of a six-year-old blue heeler pup named Bluey and her dad, Bandit, mom Chilli, and younger sister Bingo. The show is available for streaming on Disney+ and airs on Disney Junior and the Disney Channel, making it a contender for kid-favorite in tomorrow’s 96th Macy’s Parade line-up.
Bluey Balloon, 2022 Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade
The balloon’s debut appearance follows the United States debut of the “Bluey’s Big Play” theatrical stage show, which debuted earlier this week at the Hulu Theater at Madison Square Garden in New York City and has now embarked on a U.S. tour. The theatrical adaptation of the Bluey series features brilliantly created puppets, an original story written by the show’s creator, and new music.

The Mandolorian’s Grogu Returns

While Bluey makes her debut, a Funko-inspired balloon featuring The Mandalorian’s Grogu will be back for its second year. As the first Star Wars character to ever appear at the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade, this “Baby Yoda” float highlights many of the features Lucasfilms fans love, making it an overwhelming favorite among parade viewers of all ages.

Grogu 2022 Macys Thanksgiving Parade

The Grogu balloon will step off the streets of New York City once again this Thanksgiving, standing at 41 feet tall, 29 feet long, and 37 feet wide. The balloon was inspired by Funko’s unique POP! style and was designed by Funko art director Reis O’Brien.

Grogu 2022 Macys Thanksgiving Parade

The Disney Wish Float

Grogu isn’t the only fan-favorite returning for the 2022 Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. The Disney Wish will sail along the streets of Manhattan for its second year. This year’s live parade performance will be inspired by one of the new Broadway-style shows on board the Disney Wish, “Disney Seas the Adventure.” A long list of popular Disney characters are also expected to make an appearance aboard the Disney Wish float.

Disney Wish 2022 Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade Float
A recent casting notice on the Disney Auditions website has revealed a long list of family-favorite Disney Parks characters that we can expect to see in tomorrow’s holiday festivities. Black Panther, Spider-Man, Moana, and Princess Tiana are just some of the characters revealed to be appearing along with the Disney Wish float in the 2022 Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade.
Disney Wish 2022 Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade Float

The 2022 Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade will air nationwide on Thursday, November 24, 2023, from 9 a.m. through noon on NBC and Peacock. Millions are expected to once again tune in, as the Bluey balloon makes its debut and the Grogu balloon and Disney Wish floats make their return. Which do you expect to be your family’s favorite?

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