The KPop Demon Hunters Series Balloons to Make a Grand Appearance at Macy's Thanksgiving Day 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 Derpy Tiger and Sussie are set to appear as giant balloons.

This famous event takes place annually in New York City, showcasing a diverse array of inflatable figures from different corners of pop culture. Past participants have included everything 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, 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. Similar to Huntr/x and the Saja Boys, Derpy and Sussie have gained a massive following of viewers everywhere and are sure to be a memorable highlight for audiences of all ages 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 risen to number one as the most-watched film on Netflix, earned five nominations at the Grammys, and the vocal talents behind the main characters—Ejae (Rumi), Audrey Nuna (Mira), and Rei Ami (Zoey)—gave a live performance on a major late-night show, delivering a breathtaking Honmoon-worthy act.

Adding to the excitement, the talented trio are set 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?

An upcoming sequel, 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 widespread love for the original film indicates that fans will gladly wait for a sequel that lives up to the first installment. In the meantime, everyone can look forward to the incredible Derpy and Sussie balloons at the holiday parade.

Be sure to catch the full gallery of images here to see the balloons up close!