🔗 Share this article The KPop Demon Hunters Series Balloons to Take Center Stage at Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade With the Thanksgiving holiday just around the corner, the lineup of balloons for the 99th Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade has been unveiled. Fans of the popular animated series KPop Demon Hunters have a special reason to celebrate, as beloved characters Sussie and Derpy Tiger are scheduled to make an appearance as giant balloons. This famous event is held each year in the heart of New York, featuring a diverse array of inflatable figures from various pop-culture franchises. 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 These two adorable animal mascots appear throughout the hit animated show KPop Demon Hunters. Within the series' plot, the group Huntr/x is a K-pop girl group by day and a squad of supernatural hunters by night, harnessing their musical power to repair the Honmoon and protect the human world from invading demons. Much like Huntr/x and the Saja Boys, these mascots have gained a massive following of fans worldwide and are sure 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. This animated feature from Sony has risen to number one as the top-viewed movie on the streaming platform, received 5 Grammy nominations, and the vocal talents behind Huntr/x—Rumi, Mira, and Zoey's voice actors—gave a live performance on a major late-night show, delivering a stunning Honmoon-worthy act. Making things even better, the talented trio are also scheduled to perform live during the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade. Viewers can anticipate a show-stopping musical number from the group. What's Next 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 immense popularity for the original film suggests that fans will gladly wait for a sequel that lives up to the original success. For now, everyone can look forward to the incredible Derpy and Sussie balloons at the holiday parade. Don't miss the full gallery of images below to get a closer look!