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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 giant balloons.

This famous event takes place annually in New York City, featuring a diverse array of balloons from various pop-culture franchises. Past participants have included everything from SpongeBob SquarePants and Scooby-Doo to popular anime series like Dragon Ball and One Piece.

Meet the Mascots: Sussie and Derpy Tiger

These two adorable animal mascots appear throughout the hit animated show KPop Demon Hunters. In the story, the group 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 invading demons. Much like Huntr/x and the Saja Boys, Derpy and Sussie 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

One could easily claim that 2025 has been the year of KPop Demon Hunters. The Sony Animation production has risen to number one as the top-viewed movie on the streaming platform, received 5 Grammy nominations, and the vocal talents behind the main characters—Ejae (Rumi), Audrey Nuna (Mira), and Rei Ami (Zoey)—recently performed on a major late-night show, delivering a stunning 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. Audiences can anticipate a show-stopping musical number from the group.

What's Next for the Franchise?

An upcoming sequel, KPop Demon Hunters 2, is said to be in the works, with a potential release in the year 2029. While it's a long wait, the widespread love for the first movie suggests that audiences are eager for a follow-up worthy of the first installment. For now, fans can enjoy the incredible Derpy and Sussie balloons at the holiday parade.

Don't miss the full gallery of images below to get a closer look!