KPop Demon Hunters Floats to Take Center Stage at the Iconic Thanksgiving Parade
With the Thanksgiving holiday just around the corner, the selection of giant inflatables for the 99th Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade has been unveiled. Enthusiasts of the animated hit KPop Demon Hunters have a special reason to celebrate, as fan-favorite mascots Sussie and Derpy Tiger are set to appear as spectacular floats.
The parade is held each year in the heart of New York, featuring an impressive variety of balloons from different corners of pop culture. Previous appearances have included characters ranging from SpongeBob SquarePants and Scooby-Doo to anime favorites like Dragon Ball and One Piece.
Meet the Mascots: Sussie and Derpy Tiger
Derpy Tiger and Sussie 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, harnessing their musical power to restore the Honmoon and shield humanity from demonic threats. Much like Huntr/x and the Saja Boys, these mascots have won the hearts of fans worldwide and are sure to be a memorable highlight 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 soared to the top as the most-watched film on Netflix, earned 5 Grammy nominations, and the singing stars behind the main characters—Rumi, Mira, and Zoey's voice actors—recently performed on a major late-night show, delivering a stunning spectacular act.
Adding to the excitement, Ejae, Audrey Nuna, and Rei Ami are also scheduled to perform live during the Thanksgiving Day festivities. Audiences can look forward to a show-stopping musical number from the group.
Future Plans for the Franchise?
A new feature film, 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 original film suggests that audiences are eager for a sequel that lives up to the first installment. For now, everyone can look forward to the amazing Derpy and Sussie balloons at the holiday parade.
Be sure to catch the complete picture collection here to see the balloons up close!
