KPop Demon Hunters Floats 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. Fans of the popular animated series KPop Demon Hunters have a special reason to celebrate, as fan-favorite mascots Derpy Tiger and Sussie are scheduled to make an appearance as spectacular floats.

This famous event is held annually in New York City, featuring a diverse array of balloons from various pop-culture franchises. 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 hit animated show KPop Demon Hunters. Within the series' plot, the group Huntr/x is a K-pop girl group by day and a squad of supernatural hunters by night, using their voices to restore the Honmoon and shield humanity from demonic threats. Similar to Huntr/x and the Saja Boys, Derpy and Sussie have won the hearts of fans worldwide 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 this year has belonged of KPop Demon Hunters. This animated feature from Sony has risen to number one as the top-viewed movie on the streaming platform, earned five nominations at the Grammys, and the singing stars behind the main characters—Rumi, Mira, and Zoey's voice actors—recently performed 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. Audiences can anticipate a show-stopping musical number from the group.

What's Next for the Franchise?

An upcoming sequel, KPop Demon Hunters 2, is reportedly in development, with a expected debut in the year 2029. While it's a long wait, the widespread love for the original film indicates that fans will gladly wait for a follow-up worthy of the first installment. In the meantime, everyone can look forward to the amazing Derpy and Sussie balloons at the upcoming Thanksgiving parade.

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