The KPop Demon Hunters Series Balloons to Make a Grand Appearance at the Iconic Thanksgiving 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 beloved characters Derpy Tiger and Sussie are scheduled to make an appearance as spectacular floats.

This famous event takes place each year in the heart of New York, featuring an impressive variety of balloons from different corners of pop culture. Previous appearances have included everything from SpongeBob SquarePants and Scooby-Doo to popular anime series like Dragon Ball and One Piece.

Meet the Mascots: Derpy Tiger and Sussie

Derpy Tiger and Sussie appear throughout the acclaimed animated series KPop Demon Hunters. Within the series' plot, Huntr/x is a K-pop girl group by day and a team of demon slayers by night, using their voices to restore the Honmoon and protect the human world from demonic threats. Similar to the show's main heroes and rivals, Derpy and Sussie have won the hearts of fans worldwide and are sure to be a standout attraction for audiences of all ages during the parade.

A Stellar Year for KPop Demon Hunters

One could easily claim that this year has belonged of KPop Demon Hunters. This animated feature from Sony has risen to number one as the most-watched film on Netflix, received five nominations at the Grammys, and the vocal talents behind the main characters—Rumi, Mira, and Zoey's voice actors—gave a live performance on a major late-night show, delivering a breathtaking Honmoon-worthy act.

Making things even better, Ejae, Audrey Nuna, and Rei Ami are also scheduled to perform live during the Thanksgiving Day festivities. Audiences can anticipate a potentially "Golden" performance from the group.

What's Next for the Franchise?

An upcoming sequel, 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 suggests that fans will gladly wait for a follow-up worthy of the original success. In the meantime, everyone can look forward to the amazing Derpy and Sussie balloons at the upcoming Thanksgiving parade.

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