🔗 Share this article The KPop Demon Hunters Series Balloons to Take Center Stage at the Iconic Thanksgiving Parade With the Thanksgiving holiday just around the corner, the lineup of balloons for the 99th annual Thanksgiving parade in New York City has been unveiled. Fans of the popular animated series KPop Demon Hunters have a special reason to celebrate, as fan-favorite mascots Derpy Tiger and Sussie are scheduled to make an appearance as giant balloons. The parade takes place each year in the heart of New York, featuring 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. Meet the Mascots: Derpy Tiger and Sussie Derpy Tiger and Sussie appear throughout the acclaimed animated series KPop Demon Hunters. In the story, Huntr/x is a popular musical act by day and a squad of supernatural hunters by night, using their voices to repair the Honmoon and protect the human world from demonic threats. Similar to the show's main heroes and rivals, Derpy and Sussie have gained a massive following of fans worldwide and are expected to be a standout attraction for families and fans alike during the parade. A Stellar Year for KPop Demon Hunters It's no exaggeration to say that 2025 has been the year of KPop Demon Hunters. The Sony Animation production has soared to the top 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—recently performed on a popular television program, presenting a breathtaking spectacular act. Making things even better, Ejae, Audrey Nuna, and Rei Ami are also scheduled to perform live during the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade. Viewers can look forward to 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 the year 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 first installment. In the meantime, fans can enjoy the incredible Derpy and Sussie balloons at the upcoming Thanksgiving parade. Be sure to catch the complete picture collection here to see the balloons up close!