Hearts are heavy these days in the world of lighter-than-air helium balloons. A helium shortage is making balloon prices rise faster than a helium balloon itself after a kid lets it go. "I don't want ...

NEW YORK (WABC) -- You know the saying, "the kids grow up so fast"? Well, that phrase held an even bigger meaning for the Eyewitness News family at Macy's famed Thanksgiving Parade balloon inflation ...

Before the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade can get underway, its iconic balloons must be brought to life. The annual Macy’s balloon inflation ritual takes place Thanksgiving Eve, Nov. 22, packing in ...

UPPER WEST SIDE, Manhattan (WABC) -- The day before Thanksgiving calls for two holiday traditions: the inflating of the parade balloons, and the children of Eyewitness News reporters covering all the ...

Everyone's favorite parade balloons are getting inflated Wednesday afternoon on the Upper West Side. Macy's Balloon Inflation Celebration is taking place 12 to 6 p.m. on Wednesday. Sixteen featured ...

For spectators who want to see the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade balloons without the same crowds (and rain) that are likely on Thursday, the balloon inflation on Wednesday afternoon is always a ...

Want to watch jumbo-sized Bluey, Minnie Mouse and Buzz Lightyear come to life before your eyes? The Macy’s Balloon Inflation Celebration is your chance. It might just be the most underrated event of ...