The KPop Demon Hunters Series Balloons to Make a Grand Appearance at the Iconic Thanksgiving Parade
As Thanksgiving approaches, the selection of giant inflatables for the 99th Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade has been revealed. Enthusiasts of the animated hit 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.
The parade takes place 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 popular anime series like Dragon Ball and One Piece.
Meet the Mascots: Derpy Tiger and Sussie
These two adorable animal mascots appear throughout the hit animated show KPop Demon Hunters. In the story, Huntr/x is a popular musical act by day and a squad of supernatural hunters by night, harnessing their musical power to restore the Honmoon and shield humanity from invading demons. Similar to Huntr/x and the Saja Boys, Derpy and Sussie have gained a massive following of fans worldwide and are sure to be a memorable highlight for families and fans alike during the parade.
A Stellar 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 risen to number one as the most-watched film on Netflix, received 5 Grammy nominations, and the singing stars behind the main characters—Ejae (Rumi), Audrey Nuna (Mira), and Rei Ami (Zoey)—recently performed on a major late-night show, presenting a breathtaking Honmoon-worthy act.
Making things even better, Ejae, Audrey Nuna, and Rei Ami are also scheduled to perform live during the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade. Audiences 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 said to be in the works, with a potential release in the year 2029. Although fans will have to be patient, the widespread love for the original film indicates that audiences are eager for a sequel that lives up to the original success. In the meantime, everyone can look forward to the incredible inflatable versions of Derpy Tiger and Sussie at the holiday parade.
Be sure to catch the full gallery of images here to see the balloons up close!
