The KPop Demon Hunters Series Balloons to Make a Grand Appearance at the Iconic Thanksgiving Parade
With the Thanksgiving holiday just around the corner, the lineup of balloons for the 99th Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade has been unveiled. 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 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 popular anime series like Dragon Ball and One Piece.
Introducing the Characters: Derpy Tiger and Sussie
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 restore 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 fans worldwide and are expected to be a memorable highlight for audiences of all ages 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. This animated feature from Sony has soared to the top as the most-watched film on Netflix, received five nominations at the Grammys, and the vocal talents behind Huntr/x—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, the talented trio are also scheduled to perform live during the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade. Viewers can anticipate 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. While it's a long wait, the immense popularity for the first movie indicates that fans will gladly wait for a follow-up worthy of the original success. For now, fans can enjoy the incredible Derpy and Sussie balloons at the holiday parade.
Be sure to catch the complete picture collection below to get a closer look!
