This year's roster of 22 giant balloons will also feature Marshall the Dalmatian from PAW Patrol for the first time, plus new designs for Elf on the Shelf and Spider-Man.

Three animated characters are poised to make their debut as giant balloons in the annual US Thanksgiving Day Parade that's put on by American department store chain Macy's

Gabby and her friend Pandy Paws from DreamWorks Animation's Gabby's Dollhouse will join the floating lineup for the first time this year, along with Disney's iconic Minnie Mouse. And PAW Patrol's fearless leader Chase is stepping down after six years of participating in the parade to give fellow pup Marshall the Dalmatian a turn in the spotlight.

These newcomers will join veterans Elf on the Shelf, Spider-Man and Dragon Ball's Goku, who will all sport new balloon designs. Other returning characters include Bluey, Snoopy, SpongeBob Squarepants and Pikachu & Eevee.