🔗 Share this article KPop Demon Hunters Balloons to Take Center Stage at Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade As Thanksgiving approaches, the selection of giant inflatables for the 99th Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade has been revealed. Fans of the popular animated series KPop Demon Hunters have a special reason to celebrate, as fan-favorite mascots Derpy Tiger and Sussie are set to appear as giant balloons. The parade takes place annually in New York City, featuring an impressive variety 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: Sussie and Derpy Tiger Derpy Tiger and Sussie are featured in the hit animated show KPop Demon Hunters. In the story, the group 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 invading demons. Much like the show's main heroes and rivals, Derpy and Sussie have gained a massive following 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 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 top-viewed movie on the streaming platform, earned five nominations at the Grammys, and the vocal talents behind Huntr/x—Ejae (Rumi), Audrey Nuna (Mira), and Rei Ami (Zoey)—recently performed on a popular television program, delivering a stunning Honmoon-worthy act. Making things even better, the talented trio are set to make an appearance during the Thanksgiving Day festivities. Audiences 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 the year 2029. While it's a long wait, the immense popularity for the first movie suggests that fans will gladly wait for a sequel that lives up to the first installment. In the meantime, fans can enjoy the incredible Derpy and Sussie balloons at the upcoming Thanksgiving parade. Be sure to catch the complete picture collection below to see the balloons up close!