The KPop Demon Hunters Series Balloons to Take Center Stage at the Iconic Thanksgiving Parade
As Thanksgiving approaches, the selection of giant inflatables for the 99th annual Thanksgiving parade in New York City has been unveiled. Enthusiasts of the popular animated series KPop Demon Hunters have a special reason to celebrate, as fan-favorite mascots Derpy Tiger and Sussie are scheduled to make an appearance as spectacular floats.
This famous event is held each year in the heart of New York, featuring an impressive variety of inflatable figures from various pop-culture franchises. Past participants have included characters ranging 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 are featured in the hit animated show KPop Demon Hunters. In the story, Huntr/x is a popular musical act 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 gained a massive following of viewers everywhere and are expected to be a memorable highlight 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. The Sony Animation production has risen to number one as the most-watched film on Netflix, earned five nominations at the Grammys, and the singing stars behind Huntr/x—Ejae (Rumi), Audrey Nuna (Mira), and Rei Ami (Zoey)—gave a live performance on a major late-night show, delivering a stunning spectacular act.
Adding to the excitement, Ejae, Audrey Nuna, and Rei Ami are set to make an appearance during the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade. Viewers can look forward to a show-stopping musical number from the group.
What's Next 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 widespread love for the original film suggests that fans will gladly wait for a sequel that lives up to the original success. In the meantime, everyone can look forward to the incredible Derpy and Sussie balloons at the holiday parade.
Don't miss the full gallery of images here to see the balloons up close!
