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As Thanksgiving approaches, the lineup of balloons for the 99th annual Thanksgiving parade in New York City has been revealed. Fans of the animated hit KPop Demon Hunters have something exciting to look forward to, as fan-favorite mascots Derpy Tiger and Sussie are scheduled to make an appearance as spectacular floats.

This famous event is held each year in the heart of New York, featuring a diverse array of inflatable figures from different corners of pop culture. Previous appearances 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. In the story, Huntr/x is a K-pop girl group by day and a squad of supernatural hunters by night, harnessing their musical power to restore the Honmoon and shield humanity from demonic threats. Much like Huntr/x and the Saja Boys, these mascots have gained a massive following of fans worldwide and are expected to be a standout attraction for families and fans alike during the parade.

An Incredible 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 top-viewed movie on the streaming platform, earned 5 Grammy nominations, and the vocal talents behind the main characters—Rumi, Mira, and Zoey's voice actors—recently performed on a major late-night show, presenting a breathtaking Honmoon-worthy act.

Making things even better, Ejae, Audrey Nuna, and Rei Ami are also scheduled to make an appearance during the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade. Audiences can anticipate a show-stopping musical number 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 widespread love for the first movie indicates that fans will gladly wait for a sequel that lives up to the first installment. In the meantime, fans can enjoy the incredible Derpy and Sussie balloons at the holiday parade.

Don't miss the full gallery of images below to see the balloons up close!