KPop Demon Hunters Balloons 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 annual Thanksgiving parade in New York City has been unveiled. Enthusiasts of the popular animated series KPop Demon Hunters have a special reason to celebrate, as fan-favorite mascots Sussie and Derpy Tiger are scheduled to make an appearance as spectacular floats.
This famous event is held each year in the heart of New York, featuring an impressive variety of balloons from various pop-culture franchises. Past participants have included characters ranging from SpongeBob SquarePants and Scooby-Doo to popular anime series like Dragon Ball and One Piece.
Introducing the Characters: Sussie and Derpy Tiger
Derpy Tiger and Sussie appear throughout the hit animated show KPop Demon Hunters. Within the series' plot, Huntr/x is a popular musical act by day and a squad of supernatural hunters by night, using their voices to repair the Honmoon and protect the human world from demonic threats. Similar to Huntr/x and the Saja Boys, these mascots have won the hearts of fans worldwide and are sure to be a memorable highlight for audiences of all ages 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 Huntr/x—Ejae (Rumi), Audrey Nuna (Mira), and Rei Ami (Zoey)—recently performed on a major late-night show, delivering a stunning spectacular act.
Adding to the excitement, the talented trio are set to perform live during the Thanksgiving Day festivities. Viewers can look forward to a potentially "Golden" performance from the group.
What's Next for the Franchise?
A new feature film, KPop Demon Hunters 2, is reportedly in development, with a expected debut in 2029. While it's a long wait, the immense popularity for the first movie indicates that audiences are eager for a sequel that lives up to the original success. In the meantime, fans can enjoy 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!
