From Prairie to Parade: The Hidden Logistics Behind Macy’s Floating Thanksgiving Balloons

The Messer plant in Otis, Kansas, remains the leading helium supplier for the parade.
From Prairie to Parade: The Hidden Logistics Behind Macy’s Floating Thanksgiving Balloons
The Bluey balloon during the annual Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade in New York on Nov. 28, 2024. Kena Betancur/Getty Images
Elma Aksalic
Elma Aksalic
Freelance Reporter
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The Macy’s Thanksgiving Day parade is considered one of America’s most beloved holiday traditions, with millions of viewers and spectators hoping to catch a glimpse of the enormous balloons that come to life.

The helium that allows the lineup of 34 balloons to take flight plays a major role in ensuring the celebration goes smoothly.
Elma Aksalic
Elma Aksalic
Freelance Reporter
Elma Aksalic is a freelance entertainment reporter for The Epoch Times and an experienced TV news anchor and journalist covering original content for Newsmax magazine.
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