The KPop Demon Hunters Series Floats to Take Center Stage at Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade
With the Thanksgiving holiday just around the corner, the lineup of balloons for the 99th Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade has been revealed. Enthusiasts of the animated hit KPop Demon Hunters have a special reason to celebrate, as beloved characters Derpy Tiger and Sussie are set to appear as giant balloons.
The parade takes place each year in the heart of New York, featuring an impressive variety of inflatable figures from different corners of pop culture. Previous appearances have included everything from SpongeBob SquarePants and Scooby-Doo to popular anime series like Dragon Ball and One Piece.
Meet the Mascots: Sussie and Derpy Tiger
Derpy Tiger and Sussie appear throughout the acclaimed animated series KPop Demon Hunters. Within the series' plot, Huntr/x is a K-pop girl group by day and a team of demon slayers by night, using their voices to repair the Honmoon and protect the human world from invading demons. Much like the show's main heroes and rivals, these mascots have gained a massive following of viewers everywhere and are expected to be a standout attraction for families and fans alike during the parade.
An Incredible Year for KPop Demon Hunters
It's no exaggeration to say that 2025 has been the year of KPop Demon Hunters. The Sony Animation production has soared to the top as the most-watched film on Netflix, received 5 Grammy nominations, and the vocal talents behind the main characters—Ejae (Rumi), Audrey Nuna (Mira), and Rei Ami (Zoey)—gave a live performance on a major late-night show, delivering a stunning Honmoon-worthy act.
Adding to the excitement, Ejae, Audrey Nuna, and Rei Ami are set to perform live during the Thanksgiving Day festivities. Audiences can look forward to a potentially "Golden" performance from the group.
Future Plans for the Franchise?
A new feature film, KPop Demon Hunters 2, is reportedly in development, with a expected debut in 2029. Although fans will have to be patient, the immense popularity for the first movie indicates that audiences are eager for a sequel that lives up to the original success. For now, everyone can look forward to the amazing Derpy and Sussie balloons at the holiday parade.
Be sure to catch the complete picture collection here to see the balloons up close!
