The KPop Demon Hunters Series Balloons to Take Center Stage at Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade
With the Thanksgiving holiday just around the corner, the selection of giant inflatables for the 99th Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade has been revealed. Enthusiasts of the popular animated series KPop Demon Hunters have something exciting to look forward to, as fan-favorite mascots Sussie and Derpy Tiger are set to appear as spectacular floats.
This famous event is held annually in New York City, featuring a diverse array of inflatable figures from different corners of pop culture. Past participants have included characters ranging from SpongeBob SquarePants and Scooby-Doo to anime favorites like Dragon Ball and One Piece.
Introducing the Characters: Sussie and Derpy Tiger
These two adorable animal mascots are featured in the acclaimed animated series KPop Demon Hunters. In the story, the group Huntr/x is a K-pop girl group by day and a squad of supernatural hunters by night, using their voices to restore the Honmoon and protect the human world from demonic threats. Similar to the show's main heroes and rivals, these mascots have won the hearts of viewers everywhere and are expected to be a standout attraction for audiences of all ages during the parade.
An Incredible 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, earned five nominations at the Grammys, and the vocal talents behind Huntr/x—Rumi, Mira, and Zoey's voice actors—recently performed on a popular television program, 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 potentially "Golden" performance from the group.
Future Plans for the Franchise?
An upcoming sequel, KPop Demon Hunters 2, is reportedly in development, with a potential release in the year 2029. While it's a long wait, the widespread love for the first movie suggests that audiences are eager for a follow-up worthy of the original success. For now, everyone can look forward to the incredible inflatable versions of Derpy Tiger and Sussie at the holiday parade.
Be sure to catch the complete picture collection here to see the balloons up close!
