The KPop Demon Hunters Series Floats to Take Center Stage at the Iconic Thanksgiving Parade
As Thanksgiving approaches, the lineup of balloons for the 99th annual Thanksgiving parade in New York City has been unveiled. Enthusiasts of the animated hit KPop Demon Hunters have something exciting to look forward to, as fan-favorite mascots Sussie and Derpy Tiger 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 everything from SpongeBob SquarePants and Scooby-Doo to popular anime series 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 restore the Honmoon and shield humanity from invading demons. Similar to Huntr/x and the Saja Boys, Derpy and Sussie have won the hearts of viewers everywhere and are expected to be a memorable highlight for audiences of all ages 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. 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)—gave a live performance on a popular television program, presenting a stunning spectacular act.
Adding to the excitement, Ejae, Audrey Nuna, and Rei Ami are set to perform live during the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade. Audiences can look forward to a show-stopping musical number from the group.
Future Plans 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 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, everyone can look forward to the incredible inflatable versions of Derpy Tiger and Sussie at the holiday parade.
Be sure to catch the full gallery of images below to see the balloons up close!