The KPop Demon Hunters Series Floats 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 annual Thanksgiving parade in New York City has been unveiled. Fans of the animated hit KPop Demon Hunters have a special reason to celebrate, as fan-favorite mascots Sussie and Derpy Tiger are scheduled to make an appearance as spectacular floats.
The parade takes place each year in the heart of New York, featuring a diverse array of balloons from different corners of pop culture. Past participants have included characters ranging from SpongeBob SquarePants and Scooby-Doo to popular anime series like Dragon Ball and One Piece.
Introducing the Characters: Derpy Tiger and Sussie
Derpy Tiger and Sussie 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 repair the Honmoon and protect the human world from invading demons. Similar to Huntr/x and the Saja Boys, Derpy and Sussie have won the hearts of viewers everywhere 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—recently performed on a major late-night show, presenting a stunning Honmoon-worthy act.
Making things even better, Ejae, Audrey Nuna, and Rei Ami are set to perform live during the Thanksgiving Day festivities. Viewers can look forward to a show-stopping musical number from the group.
What's Next for the Franchise?
A new feature film, KPop Demon Hunters 2, is reportedly in development, with a expected debut in 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. For now, everyone can look forward to the incredible Derpy and Sussie balloons at the upcoming Thanksgiving parade.
Be sure to catch the full gallery of images below to see the balloons up close!