Hallmark expands Nintendo ornament lineup with Mario Kart, Donkey Kong arcade and Zelda designs
Hallmark, the long-standing maker of greeting cards and seasonal decorations, is expanding its line of officially licensed Nintendo ornaments after releasing Super Mario-themed designs last year.
The company has announced three new ornaments tied to Nintendo properties: Mario Kart and a Donkey Kong arcade ornament will be released on July 14, and a special Zelda-themed ornament is scheduled for October 6.
The upcoming drops follow Hallmark’s earlier Nintendo collaborations and are positioned for collectors and fans of Nintendo IP.
The Mario Kart ornament joins a range of character- and franchise-based holiday items, while the Donkey Kong and Zelda pieces introduce interactive and audio elements to the lineup.
A clearer, journalistic restatement of the product details: Hallmark confirmed the Mario Kart and Donkey Kong arcade ornaments will become available on July 14, and a Zelda design will follow on October 6.
The Donkey Kong arcade ornament includes interactive controller panels that activate lighting effects and play sound; the Zelda ornament features an 8-bit arrangement of the series’ iconic theme.
Product features and presentation
- Donkey Kong arcade ornament: Pressing the controller panels illuminates the miniature arcade screen and triggers game sounds.
This adds an interactive element to the ornament beyond static display.
- Zelda ornament: The design includes an 8-bit theme-song playback feature that evokes classic Zelda audio.
- Mario Kart ornament: Part of the same seasonal set releasing July 14, the Mario Kart piece continues Hallmark’s character-focused collectible strategy.
Images accompanying the product listings show each ornament’s sculpt and paintwork, giving collectors an early look at the finished designs.
Pricing and regional availability are typically listed on Hallmark’s retail channels and third-party sellers when products go on sale.
Context for collectors and Nintendo fans
While these are physical collectibles rather than software releases, the ornaments tap into Nintendo’s long-running franchises that remain central to Nintendo Switch marketing and community interest.
Fans who follow Nintendo news through Nintendo Direct presentations or check the eShop for game updates often seek out branded merchandise like these Hallmark ornaments to complement their collections.
Hallmark’s schedule—July 14 for Mario Kart and Donkey Kong, and October 6 for Zelda—gives collectors clear dates to watch for availability as the holiday season approaches.
Hallmark, the long-standing maker of greeting cards and seasonal decorations, is expanding its line of officially licensed Nintendo ornaments after releasing Super Mario-themed designs last year.
The company has announced three new ornaments tied to Nintendo properties: Mario Kart and a Donkey Kong arcade ornament will be released on July 14, and a special Zelda-themed ornament is scheduled for October 6.
The upcoming drops follow Hallmark’s earlier Nintendo collaborations and are positioned for collectors and fans of Nintendo IP.
The Mario Kart ornament joins a range of character- and franchise-based holiday items, while the Donkey Kong and Zelda pieces introduce interactive and audio elements to the lineup.
A clearer, journalistic restatement of the product details: Hallmark confirmed the Mario Kart and Donkey Kong arcade ornaments will become available on July 14, and a Zelda design will follow on October 6.
The Donkey Kong arcade ornament includes interactive controller panels that activate lighting effects and play sound; the Zelda ornament features an 8-bit arrangement of the series’ iconic theme.
Product features and presentation
- Donkey Kong arcade ornament: Pressing the controller panels illuminates the miniature arcade screen and triggers game sounds.
This adds an interactive element to the ornament beyond static display.
- Zelda ornament: The design includes an 8-bit theme-song playback feature that evokes classic Zelda audio.
- Mario Kart ornament: Part of the same seasonal set releasing July 14, the Mario Kart piece continues Hallmark’s character-focused collectible strategy.
Images accompanying the product listings show each ornament’s sculpt and paintwork, giving collectors an early look at the finished designs.
Pricing and regional availability are typically listed on Hallmark’s retail channels and third-party sellers when products go on sale.
Context for collectors and Nintendo fans
While these are physical collectibles rather than software releases, the ornaments tap into Nintendo’s long-running franchises that remain central to Nintendo Switch marketing and community interest.
Fans who follow Nintendo news through Nintendo Direct presentations or check the eShop for game updates often seek out branded merchandise like these Hallmark ornaments to complement their collections.
Hallmark’s schedule—July 14 for Mario Kart and Donkey Kong, and October 6 for Zelda—gives collectors clear dates to watch for availability as the holiday season approaches.
