🔗 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 selection of giant inflatables for the 99th annual Thanksgiving parade in New York City has been revealed. Enthusiasts of the animated hit KPop Demon Hunters have something exciting to look forward to, as beloved characters Derpy Tiger and Sussie are set to appear as spectacular floats. The parade takes place annually in New York City, showcasing an impressive variety of inflatable figures from different corners of pop culture. Past participants have included characters ranging from SpongeBob SquarePants and Scooby-Doo to anime favorites like Dragon Ball and One Piece. Meet the Mascots: Sussie and Derpy Tiger Derpy Tiger and Sussie are featured in the acclaimed animated series KPop Demon Hunters. Within the series' plot, the group 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 Huntr/x and the Saja Boys, Derpy and Sussie have gained a massive following of viewers everywhere and are expected to be a standout attraction for families and fans alike during the parade. An Incredible Year for KPop Demon Hunters One could easily claim that 2025 has been the year of KPop Demon Hunters. This animated feature from Sony has risen to number one as the most-watched film on Netflix, received five nominations at the Grammys, and the vocal talents behind the main characters—Ejae (Rumi), Audrey Nuna (Mira), and Rei Ami (Zoey)—gave a live performance on a major late-night show, delivering a stunning spectacular act. Making things even better, the talented trio are set to perform live during the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade. Viewers can anticipate a show-stopping musical number from the group. What's Next for the Franchise? A new feature film, KPop Demon Hunters 2, is said to be in the works, with a expected debut in 2029. Although fans will have to be patient, the immense popularity for the first movie suggests that audiences are eager for a follow-up worthy of the first installment. In the meantime, everyone can look forward to the amazing inflatable versions of Derpy Tiger and Sussie at the upcoming Thanksgiving parade. Be sure to catch the complete picture collection below to get a closer look!