Editing List of references in real life

The following is an alphabetical list of ''[[Mario (franchise)|Mario]]''-related sightings and references outside of print, video game, film, television, or Internet-based media.

==[[Wikipedia:2016 Summer Olympics closing ceremony|2016 Summer Olympics closing ceremony]] ==

At the end of the [[Wikipedia:2016 Summer Olympics|2016 Summer Olympics]] in [[Wikipedia:Rio de Janeiro|Rio de Janeiro]], [[wikipedia:Shinzo Abe|Shinzo Abe]] (the prime minister of Japan) was given the opportunity to give a presentation in preparation for the next Summer Olympics: the 2020 Olympics in [[wikipedia:Tokyo|Tokyo]]. His intro was preceded by a short skit featuring Abe, where he is driving in Tokyo and suddenly realizes that he cannot make it in time to Rio. He then transforms into [[Mario]], albeit with the "M" on his cap saying Tokyo instead, and takes off running. While [[Dash|running]], he meets with [[wikipedia:Doraemon (character)|Doraemon]], who pulls out a [[Warp Pipe]] that drills its way through the ground, carving a path from Tokyo to Rio. Mario thanks Doraemon and hops into the pipe, plummeting towards Rio, holding a red ball (symbolizing the hope of Japan that it carries to the rest of the world<ref>[http://66.media.tumblr.com/d34a6f571ea3e20faff79bdb53f73a18/tumblr_ocaurzW4441rrftcdo1_1280.jpg Image from the event program of the 2016 Summer Olympics' Closing Ceremony featuring a description of Mario.] ''Tumblr''. Retrieved August 22, 2016.</ref>). As he reaches the end of the Pipe, the scene transitions to [[Wikipedia:Maracanã Stadium|Maracanã Stadium]] (where the closing ceremony was taking place), focusing on a Warp Pipe at the center; Abe, fully dressed in Mario regalia, then hops out of the pipe while the Warp Pipe and [[Mushroom]] sound effects play. After Abe leaves the pipe, he takes off the Mario outfit (while already wearing a suit underneath it) and leaves it on the ground.<ref>NBC (August 21, 2016). [https://youtu.be/OkXqVf5jcYY "With help from Mario, Tokyo is ready for 2020 Olympics"]. ''YouTube''. Retrieved August 22, 2016.</ref><ref>CBC Olympics (August 21, 2016). [https://twitter.com/CBCOlympics/status/767525537946349568 "Shinzo Abe, the greatest video game character of all time"]. ''Twitter''. Retrieved August 22, 2016.</ref><ref>Palazzo, Chiara (August 22, 2016). [http://www.telegraph.co.uk/olympics/2016/08/22/shinzo-abe-emerges-from-a-green-pipe-disguised-as-super-mario-du/ Japanese PM Shinzo Abe emerges from a green pipe disguised as Super Mario during Rio Closing Ceremony]. ''The Telegraph''. Retrieved August 22, 2016.</ref> After the performance, the "Course Clear" tune from ''[[Super Mario Bros.]]'' plays.

==[[wikipedia:Bergsala|Bergsala]]==

[[File:Bergsala Mario statue event 2016.jpg|thumb|right|The current statue, during an event in August 2016]]

The Swedish company Bergsala that handles the distribution of Nintendo products in Scandanavia uses Mario extensively around its office in the [[wikipedia:Kungsbacka|Kungsbacka]] locality. This includes a road named "Marios Gata" ("Mario's Street") and numerous signs, including a large pole that is viewable from the nearby freeway and acts as a local landmark.<ref>[http://nes.kreese.com/bergsala.php A set of photos from a bike trip through Bergsala]. (2005). ''nes.kreese.com'' Retrieved March 22, 2015.</ref>

On August 25, 2016, Bergsala held its 35th anniversary event that saw the original Mario statue, which was considered a poor rendition of the character and had been compared to [[wikipedia:Saddam Hussein|Saddam Hussein]],<ref>Benson, Julian (August 26, 2016). [https://www.kotaku.co.uk/2016/08/25/nintendos-swedish-distributor-replaces-terrible-mario-statue "Nintendo's Swedish Distributor Replaces Terrible Mario Statue"]. Kotaku UK. [https://web.archive.org/web/20191210163522/https://www.kotaku.co.uk/2016/08/25/nintendos-swedish-distributor-replaces-terrible-mario-statue Archived] from the original on December 10, 2019. Retrieved May 28, 2021.</ref> being replaced by a newer statue featuring him in modern appearance atop a [[Warp Pipe]]<ref>[https://nintendowire.com/news/2016/08/25/massive-new-mario-statue-makes-way-sweden/ "Massive new Mario statue makes its way to Sweden"]. Nintendo Wire. August 25, 2016. Retrieved May 28, 2021.</ref>.

[[File:DK_truck_eyes.jpg|thumb|right|The Donkey Kong monster truck.]]

A nuclear bunker in Nebraska that is stocked with [[wikipedia:LGM-30 Minuteman|Minuteman III missiles]] is known for having murals featuring several ''Mario'' characters, first reported by ''National Public Radio''.<ref>Brumfiel, G. (July 29, 2014). "[https://www.npr.org/2014/07/29/335293314/welcome-to-the-nuclear-command-bunker Welcome To The Nuclear Command Bunker]". ''NPR''. Accessed April 23, 2022.</ref><ref>Gach, E. (July 3, 2017). "[https://kotaku.com/heres-a-closer-look-at-that-nebraska-nuclear-bunker-fil-1796610319 Here's A Closer Look At That Nuclear Bunker Filled With Mario Murals]". ''Kotaku''. Accessed April 23, 2022.</ref> One mural features Mario, [[:File:DDR Mario Alternate Artwork.png|based off a render from ''Dance Dance: Revolution: Mario Mix'']], and Bowser, [[:File:MKDS Bowser Artwork.png|based off a render from ''Mario Kart DS'']], next to a mushroom cloud. Princess Peach, Wario, and the art resembling ''Super Mario Bros. 3''{{'}}s cover have also been shown.

==[[wikipedia:Game On (exhibition)|Game On]]==

''[[Mario (franchise)|Mario]]'' was featured alongside numerous other videogame consoles and series as part of the Game On travelling exhibition. As well as information and a poster, original ''Donkey Kong'' concept sketches drawn by [[Shigeru Miyamoto]] were provided by [[Nintendo]] for the exhibit.

DK Mario concept sketch display.jpg|Mario concept sketches

Mario history Game On exhibit.jpg|The history of ''Mario'' display in the Game On 2.0 exhibit

==[[wikipedia:Hollywood Wax Museum|Hollywood Wax Museum]]==

==[[wikipedia:Mario Monti|Mario Monti]]==

==[[wikipedia:Musée Grévin Montreal|Musée Grévin Montreal]]==

In collaboration with Nintendo of Canada, the wax museum Musée Grévin Montreal created an exhibit based on the ''[[Mario (franchise)|Mario]]'' franchise titled "Super Mario and Friends: The Exhibit!", running from October 7, 2016 to January 8, 2017. The exhibit features several games spanning across the entire series, multiple life-sized figures of the characters (though most of them focus on [[Mario]]), and occasional interactions with Mario, who walks around the exhibit to speak with visitors.<ref>"[http://www.grevin-montreal.com/en/news/new-exhibit-grevin-montreal NEW EXHIBIT AT GRÉVIN MONTREAL!]". ''Grévin Montreal''. Retrieved October 13, 2016.</ref>

The Malaysian food truck vendor, Negative Celsius, uses a "Super Macaron" sign to advertise their macaroon ice cream burgers, which depicts Mario's signature hat and moustache above and below a side-view of a pink version of the desert.<ref>[https://www.foodink.com.my/new-ice-cream-wave-macaron-ice-cream-negative-celsius/ New Ice Cream Wave – Macaron Ice Cream at Negative Celsius]. (2015). ''Food Ink''. Retrieved July 26, 2015.</ref>

=="Super Mario" street==

The suburb of Arcosur in the city of Zaragoza, Spain named a street after Super Mario, called "Avenida de Super Mario Bros." Upon naming the street, residents of the town held a celebration in honor of Mario's 25th anniversary.<ref>[http://www.tomsguide.com/us/Super-Mario-Spain-Town-Street-Zaragoza,news-8714.html Spanish Town Names a Street After Super Mario] Tom's Guide. Retrieved April 5, 2015.</ref><ref>[http://www.cnn.com/2010/WORLD/europe/11/08/spain.super.mario.subdivision/ Spanish neighborhood unveils 'Super Mario' street]. ''CNN''. Retrieved April 5, 2015.</ref>

==[[Wikipedia:Target Corporation|Target Corporation]]==

To promote ''[[Mario Kart 8 Deluxe]]'', starting April 20, 2017, 650+ brick and mortar stores in the United States were themed with elements from the game, including shopping carts to be like [[kart]]s, the entrances being like the [[Finish Line (object)|finish line]] complete with [[Fishin' Lakitu]], and the red spheres having [[Mario]] and [[Luigi]]'s faces.<ref>https://twitter.com/ninmobilenews/status/855428538866032640</ref><ref>https://corporate.target.com/article/2017/04/mario-kart</ref>

The Wade Shows, Inc. traveling carnival has a ride based on the ''Mario'' franchise, titled [http://www.wadeshows.com/pop-attractions.asp?attractionID=104 "Marioland"]. Images of Mario and Luigi are painted on the sides of certain parts, along with other ''Mario'' decals like [[Bullet Bill]]s and a [[Beanstalk]]. The bulk of the attraction does not seem to be based on the ''Mario'' franchise beyond its visual motif.

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