🔗 Share this article KPop Demon Hunters Floats to Make a Grand Appearance at Macy's Thanksgiving Day 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 Sussie and Derpy Tiger are scheduled to make an appearance as giant balloons. The parade takes place each year in the heart of New York, showcasing an impressive variety of balloons from various pop-culture franchises. Past participants have included everything from SpongeBob SquarePants and Scooby-Doo to anime favorites like Dragon Ball and One Piece. Introducing the Characters: Derpy Tiger and Sussie These two adorable animal mascots appear throughout the hit animated show KPop Demon Hunters. In the story, the group Huntr/x is a popular musical act by day and a team of demon slayers by night, using their voices to repair the Honmoon and shield humanity from demonic threats. Much like the show's main heroes and rivals, Derpy and Sussie have won the hearts of fans worldwide and are expected to be a memorable highlight for families and fans alike during the parade. A Stellar 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 most-watched film on Netflix, received 5 Grammy nominations, and the singing stars behind Huntr/x—Ejae (Rumi), Audrey Nuna (Mira), and Rei Ami (Zoey)—recently performed on a popular television program, delivering a breathtaking Honmoon-worthy act. Making things even better, the talented trio are also scheduled to make an appearance during the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade. Viewers can look forward to a potentially "Golden" performance 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 expected debut in the year 2029. While it's a long wait, the widespread love 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 inflatable versions of Derpy Tiger and Sussie at the holiday parade. Be sure to catch the complete picture collection here to get a closer look!