KPop Demon Hunters Floats to Take Center Stage at Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade
As Thanksgiving approaches, the lineup of balloons for the 99th annual Thanksgiving parade in New York City has been unveiled. Fans of the animated hit KPop Demon Hunters have a special reason to celebrate, as fan-favorite mascots Sussie and Derpy Tiger are set to appear as giant balloons.
This famous event is held annually in New York City, featuring a diverse array of balloons from different corners of pop culture. Previous appearances have included everything from SpongeBob SquarePants and Scooby-Doo to anime favorites like Dragon Ball and One Piece.
Introducing the Characters: Sussie and Derpy Tiger
Derpy Tiger and Sussie are featured in the hit animated show KPop Demon Hunters. Within the series' plot, Huntr/x is a popular musical act by day and a team of demon slayers by night, using their voices to restore the Honmoon and protect the human world from invading demons. Similar to the show's main heroes and rivals, 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.
A Stellar Year for KPop Demon Hunters
One could easily claim 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 singing stars behind the main characters—Rumi, Mira, and Zoey's voice actors—recently performed on a major late-night show, delivering a stunning Honmoon-worthy act.
Making things even better, Ejae, Audrey Nuna, and Rei Ami are also scheduled to make an appearance during the Thanksgiving Day festivities. Audiences can anticipate 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 the year 2029. Although fans will have to be patient, the immense popularity for the first movie indicates that fans will gladly wait for a follow-up worthy of the first installment. In the meantime, fans can enjoy the amazing Derpy and Sussie balloons at the holiday parade.
Don't miss the full gallery of images here to see the balloons up close!
