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Golden Bear to launch Supertato toys in 2024
“We can’t wait to get Supertato and Evil Pea toys into the hands of our pre-school superheroes,” said Barry Hughes, Managing Director at Golden Bear Toys.
PUMA to launch Squishmallows apparel and footwear in 2024
“Demand for Squishmallows is not slowing down, so we are thrilled to collaborate on a fun and exciting spin on the iconic and vibrant PUMA style,” said Sam Ferguson, Senior Vice President of Licensing at Jazwares.
Jazwares to launch Mermicorno: Starfall toys in 2025
“Our line-up will bring epic new ways for kids to play, collect, and connect with their favourite Mermicorno characters,” said Jeremy Padawer, Chief Brand Officer at Jazwares.
US Toy Fair to move from New York to New Orleans – and to January – from 2026
There will be no show in 2024, followed by a March show in New York in 2025. Then Toy Fair will move to a new January slot in New Orleans for 2026, 2027 and 2028.
University Games debuts Bob Moog’s Dad Jokes game at US Toy Fair
The new game contains a raft of dad jokes written and collected by University Games President, Bob Moog.
London’s Design Museum to launch Barbie exhibition in July 2024
“We look forward to displaying a whole range of eye-catching objects – some familiar, but many never seen before – to showcase the evolution of design across the decades of Barbie’s world,” said Design Museum CEO Tim Marlow.
Creative Kids debuts Nano Crafts line
“We noticed this viral craft trend taking off and we knew it was the perfect extension of our popular craft product offering,” said Creative Kids Partner and Chief Marketing Officer Daniel DeLapa.
Third PAW Patrol film to hit cinemas in 2026
“On the cusp of the premiere of our second, super-powered film, the universal love for our pups is stronger than ever,” said Jennifer Dodge, Spin Master Entertainment’s President.
Funko Games to debut festive slate at New York Toy Fair
The Peanuts Charlie Brown Trim the Tree game sees players work together to hang ornaments on the bending tree, all without losing the big red bauble.
Mattel’s Pictionary Vs. AI – where players draw and AI guesses – to launch in November
“There are many play patterns to explore around new tech to enhance engagement with physical toys,” said Sven Gerjets, Executive Vice President and Chief Technology Officer at Mattel.