KPop Demon Hunters Balloons to Make a Grand Appearance at Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade

With the Thanksgiving holiday just around the corner, the lineup of balloons for the 99th annual Thanksgiving parade in New York City has been revealed. Fans of the animated hit KPop Demon Hunters have something exciting to look forward to, as beloved characters Sussie and Derpy Tiger are scheduled to make an appearance as spectacular floats.

This famous event is held each year in the heart of New York, showcasing an impressive variety of balloons from different corners of pop culture. Previous appearances have included everything from SpongeBob SquarePants and Scooby-Doo to popular anime series like Dragon Ball and One Piece.

Meet the Mascots: Sussie and Derpy Tiger

These two adorable animal mascots are featured in the hit animated show KPop Demon Hunters. Within the series' plot, the group Huntr/x is a K-pop girl group by day and a squad of supernatural hunters by night, harnessing their musical power to repair the Honmoon and shield humanity from invading demons. Similar to Huntr/x and the Saja Boys, these mascots have won the hearts of fans worldwide and are expected to be a standout attraction for families and fans alike 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 risen to number one as the top-viewed movie on the streaming platform, earned 5 Grammy nominations, and the vocal talents behind Huntr/x—Rumi, Mira, and Zoey's voice actors—gave a live performance on a popular television program, presenting a stunning Honmoon-worthy act.

Adding to the excitement, the talented trio are also scheduled to perform live during the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade. Audiences can anticipate a show-stopping musical number 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 the year 2029. While it's a long wait, the widespread love for the original film indicates that audiences are eager for a follow-up worthy of the first installment. In the meantime, everyone can look forward to the amazing inflatable versions of Derpy Tiger and Sussie at the holiday parade.

Don't miss the full gallery of images below to see the balloons up close!