KPop Demon Hunters Floats to Take Center Stage at the Iconic Thanksgiving Parade
As Thanksgiving approaches, the lineup of balloons for the 99th annual Thanksgiving parade in New York City has been unveiled. 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 each year in the heart of New York, featuring a diverse array of balloons from various pop-culture franchises. 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 acclaimed animated series KPop Demon Hunters. In the story, 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 shield humanity from demonic threats. Much like Huntr/x and the Saja Boys, Derpy and Sussie have gained a massive following of fans worldwide and are expected to be a standout attraction for audiences of all ages during the parade.
An Incredible 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 top-viewed movie on the streaming platform, earned 5 Grammy nominations, 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, presenting a stunning Honmoon-worthy act.
Adding to the excitement, the talented trio are set to perform live during the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade. Viewers can anticipate a potentially "Golden" performance from the group.
Future Plans for the Franchise?
An upcoming sequel, KPop Demon Hunters 2, is reportedly in development, with a expected debut in 2029. Although fans will have to be patient, the immense popularity for the first movie suggests that audiences are eager for a follow-up worthy of the first installment. For now, everyone can look forward to the incredible inflatable versions of Derpy Tiger and Sussie at the upcoming Thanksgiving parade.
Don't miss the full gallery of images here to see the balloons up close!
