The KPop Demon Hunters Series Balloons to Take Center Stage at the Iconic Thanksgiving Parade
As Thanksgiving approaches, the lineup of balloons for the 99th annual Thanksgiving parade in New York City has been revealed. 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.
The parade takes place each year in the heart of New York, showcasing an impressive variety of balloons 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 appear throughout the acclaimed animated series KPop Demon Hunters. Within the series' plot, Huntr/x is a popular musical act by day and a team of demon slayers by night, harnessing their musical power 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 expected 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 risen to number one 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 major late-night show, delivering a stunning Honmoon-worthy act.
Making things even better, 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 potentially "Golden" performance from the group.
Future Plans for the Franchise?
A new feature film, KPop Demon Hunters 2, is said to be in the works, with a expected debut in 2029. While it's a long wait, the immense popularity 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 amazing inflatable versions of Derpy Tiger and Sussie at the upcoming Thanksgiving parade.
Don't miss the full gallery of images here to see the balloons up close!
