Wild Thing

Where the Wild Things Are is a 1963 children's picture book by American writer and illustrator Maurice Sendak, originally published by Harper & Row. The book has been adapted into other media several times, including an animated short in 1974 (with an updated version in 1988); a 1980 opera; and a live-action 2009 feature-film adaptation, directed by Spike Jonze.

History with the Big Balloon Parade
The Wild Thing first appeared in the 1st Big Balloon Parade, alongside all the other balloons. He is based off of his design from the Macy's Parade, where he peaks out from behind his not-so-ferocious claws, peeking at the crowd below. He will return in the 2nd BBP.