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Will Koss
Executive producer of the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade who oversees parade design and production and explains balloon fabrication, float construction, and parade operations.
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Nov 14, 2025
• 36min
How big is a Macy's parade balloon?
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Will Koss, the Executive Producer of the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade, shares a behind-the-scenes look at this iconic event. He reveals how massive balloons are made from proprietary fabric, heat-sealed together, and intricately hand-painted. Koss also discusses selecting characters, the impressive scale of float construction, and the teamwork required to manage 90 handlers keeping balloons afloat. Plus, learn why helium is crucial for floating and how they securely attach balloons to tiny strings for the parade's spectacular display.
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