The KPop Demon Hunters Series Balloons to Take Center Stage 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 revealed. Fans of the animated hit KPop Demon Hunters have a special reason to celebrate, as beloved characters Derpy Tiger and Sussie are set to appear as giant balloons.
The parade takes place annually in New York City, featuring an impressive variety of balloons from different corners of pop culture. Past participants have included everything from SpongeBob SquarePants and Scooby-Doo to anime favorites like Dragon Ball and One Piece.
Introducing the Characters: Derpy Tiger and Sussie
These two adorable animal mascots appear throughout the hit animated show KPop Demon Hunters. In the story, the group Huntr/x is a popular musical act by day and a team of demon slayers by night, harnessing their musical power to restore the Honmoon and protect the human world from invading demons. Much like the show's main heroes and rivals, Derpy and Sussie have won the hearts of viewers everywhere and are sure 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. The Sony Animation production has risen to number one as the top-viewed movie on the streaming platform, received five nominations at the Grammys, and the vocal talents behind Huntr/x—Ejae (Rumi), Audrey Nuna (Mira), and Rei Ami (Zoey)—gave a live performance on a popular television program, delivering a breathtaking Honmoon-worthy act.
Adding to the excitement, the talented trio are set to make an appearance during the Thanksgiving Day festivities. Viewers can look forward to a potentially "Golden" performance from the group.
Future Plans for the Franchise?
An upcoming sequel, KPop Demon Hunters 2, is said to be in the works, with a expected debut in 2029. While it's a long wait, the immense popularity for the original film suggests that fans will gladly wait for a sequel that lives up to the original success. In the meantime, fans can enjoy the incredible Derpy and Sussie balloons at the upcoming Thanksgiving parade.
Be sure to catch the complete picture collection below to get a closer look!
