KPop Demon Hunters Floats to Make a Grand Appearance at Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade
As Thanksgiving approaches, the selection of giant inflatables for the 99th annual Thanksgiving parade in New York City has been revealed. Enthusiasts of the popular animated series KPop Demon Hunters have something exciting to look forward to, as fan-favorite mascots Derpy Tiger and Sussie are scheduled to make an appearance as giant balloons.
This famous event is held each year in the heart of New York, featuring an impressive variety of inflatable figures from various pop-culture franchises. Past participants have included everything from SpongeBob SquarePants and Scooby-Doo to anime favorites like Dragon Ball and One Piece.
Meet the Mascots: Sussie and Derpy Tiger
These two adorable animal mascots appear throughout the hit animated show 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 shield humanity from demonic threats. Much like Huntr/x and the Saja Boys, Derpy and Sussie have won the hearts of fans worldwide and are sure to be a memorable highlight for families and fans alike during the parade.
An Incredible Year for KPop Demon Hunters
One could easily claim that 2025 has been the year of KPop Demon Hunters. The Sony Animation production has soared to the top as the top-viewed movie on the streaming platform, earned 5 Grammy nominations, and the singing stars behind the main characters—Rumi, Mira, and Zoey's voice actors—gave a live performance on a popular television program, presenting a breathtaking spectacular act.
Adding to the excitement, Ejae, Audrey Nuna, and Rei Ami are set to perform live during the Thanksgiving Day festivities. Viewers can look forward to a show-stopping musical number from the group.
What's Next for the Franchise?
An upcoming sequel, KPop Demon Hunters 2, is reportedly in development, with a expected debut in the year 2029. While it's a long wait, the widespread love for the original film indicates that audiences are eager for a follow-up worthy of the first installment. For now, everyone can look forward to the incredible inflatable versions of Derpy Tiger and Sussie at the holiday parade.
Don't miss the complete picture collection below to see the balloons up close!
