The KPop Demon Hunters Series Balloons to Make a Grand Appearance at Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade
As Thanksgiving approaches, the selection of giant inflatables for the 99th Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade has been revealed. Fans 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 takes place each year in the heart of New York, featuring a diverse array of inflatable figures from different corners of pop culture. Previous appearances have included characters ranging from SpongeBob SquarePants and Scooby-Doo to anime favorites like Dragon Ball and One Piece.
Meet the Mascots: Derpy Tiger and Sussie
These two adorable animal mascots appear throughout the acclaimed animated series 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 protect the human world from demonic threats. Much like 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.
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 most-watched film on Netflix, earned five nominations at the Grammys, and the singing stars behind Huntr/x—Rumi, Mira, and Zoey's voice actors—gave a live performance on a major late-night show, delivering a stunning spectacular act.
Adding to the excitement, the talented trio are set to make an appearance during the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade. Audiences 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 potential release in 2029. Although fans will have to be patient, the widespread love for the original film suggests that fans will gladly wait for a sequel that lives up to the original success. For now, fans can enjoy the incredible Derpy and Sussie balloons at the holiday parade.
Be sure to catch the full gallery of images here to see the balloons up close!
