The KPop Demon Hunters Series Balloons to Make a Grand Appearance at the Iconic Thanksgiving Parade

With the Thanksgiving holiday just around the corner, the selection of giant inflatables for the 99th annual Thanksgiving parade in New York City has been revealed. Enthusiasts of the popular animated series KPop Demon Hunters have a special reason to celebrate, as beloved characters Sussie and Derpy Tiger are scheduled to make an appearance as spectacular floats.

This famous event takes place annually in New York City, showcasing 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

Derpy Tiger and Sussie are featured in the hit animated show KPop Demon Hunters. Within the series' plot, the group Huntr/x is a popular musical act by day and a team of demon slayers by night, using their voices to restore the Honmoon and protect the human world from invading demons. Similar to the show's main heroes and rivals, these mascots have gained a massive following of viewers everywhere and are expected to be a standout attraction for audiences of all ages 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 risen to number one as the top-viewed movie on the streaming platform, earned 5 Grammy nominations, and the vocal talents behind Huntr/x—Ejae (Rumi), Audrey Nuna (Mira), and Rei Ami (Zoey)—gave a live performance on a major late-night show, presenting a breathtaking Honmoon-worthy act.

Making things even better, the talented trio are also scheduled to perform live during the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade. Viewers can anticipate a potentially "Golden" performance from the group.

Future Plans for the Franchise?

A new feature film, 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 first movie suggests that audiences are eager for a sequel that lives up to the first installment. For now, everyone can look forward to the incredible Derpy and Sussie balloons at the holiday parade.

Be sure to catch the full gallery of images below to see the balloons up close!