The KPop Demon Hunters Series Floats to Make a Grand Appearance 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. Enthusiasts of the popular animated series KPop Demon Hunters have a special reason to celebrate, as fan-favorite mascots Sussie and Derpy Tiger are scheduled to make an appearance as spectacular floats.

The parade takes place annually in New York City, showcasing an impressive variety of balloons from different corners of pop culture. Past participants have included everything from SpongeBob SquarePants and Scooby-Doo to anime favorites 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. Within the series' plot, Huntr/x is a K-pop girl group by day and a team of demon slayers by night, harnessing their musical power to restore the Honmoon and shield humanity from demonic threats. Much like the show's main heroes and rivals, these mascots have won the hearts of viewers everywhere and are expected to be a standout attraction for audiences of all ages during the parade.

A Stellar Year for KPop Demon Hunters

It's no exaggeration to say that this year has belonged of KPop Demon Hunters. The Sony Animation production has soared to the top 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, presenting a stunning spectacular act.

Making things even better, Ejae, Audrey Nuna, and Rei Ami are also scheduled to perform live 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 2029. While it's a long wait, the widespread love for the first movie indicates that audiences are eager for a follow-up worthy of 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!