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As Thanksgiving approaches, the lineup of balloons for the 99th Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade has been unveiled. Fans of the animated hit KPop Demon Hunters have a special reason to celebrate, as beloved characters Sussie and Derpy Tiger are scheduled to make an appearance as giant balloons.

The parade is held annually in New York City, featuring an impressive variety of balloons from different corners of pop culture. Past participants have included everything from SpongeBob SquarePants and Scooby-Doo to anime favorites like Dragon Ball and One Piece.

Meet the Mascots: Derpy Tiger and Sussie

These two adorable animal mascots appear throughout the acclaimed animated series KPop Demon Hunters. Within the series' plot, 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 demonic threats. Much like the show's main heroes and rivals, these mascots have won the hearts of fans worldwide and are sure 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. 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 singing stars 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 spectacular act.

Adding to the excitement, Ejae, Audrey Nuna, and Rei Ami are set to perform live during the Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade. Viewers can anticipate a potentially "Golden" performance from the group.

What's Next for the Franchise?

A new feature film, KPop Demon Hunters 2, is reportedly in development, with a potential release in the year 2029. Although fans will have to be patient, the widespread love for the first movie suggests that fans will gladly wait for a follow-up worthy of the first installment. For now, fans can enjoy the incredible inflatable versions of Derpy Tiger and Sussie at the holiday parade.

Don't miss the full gallery of images below to see the balloons up close!