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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. Enthusiasts of the animated hit KPop Demon Hunters have a special reason to celebrate, as fan-favorite mascots Derpy Tiger and Sussie are set to appear as spectacular floats.

The parade takes place annually in New York City, showcasing a diverse array of inflatable figures from different corners of pop culture. Previous appearances 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 are featured in the acclaimed animated series KPop Demon Hunters. Within the series' plot, Huntr/x is a K-pop girl group 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 Huntr/x and the Saja Boys, these mascots have gained a massive following of fans worldwide and are expected to be a memorable highlight for families and fans alike 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 soared to the top as the top-viewed movie on the streaming platform, received 5 Grammy nominations, and the vocal talents behind the main characters—Rumi, Mira, and Zoey's voice actors—gave a live performance on a major late-night show, presenting a breathtaking Honmoon-worthy act.

Adding to the excitement, Ejae, Audrey Nuna, and Rei Ami are set to perform live during the Thanksgiving Day festivities. Viewers can look forward to a show-stopping musical number from the group.

Future Plans for the Franchise?

A new feature film, KPop Demon Hunters 2, is reportedly in development, with a potential release in 2029. Although fans will have to be patient, the immense popularity for the first movie indicates that fans will gladly wait for a sequel that lives up to 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 full gallery of images here to see the balloons up close!