🔗 Share this article The KPop Demon Hunters Series Balloons to Make a Grand Appearance at Macy's Thanksgiving Day Parade As Thanksgiving approaches, the lineup of balloons 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 beloved characters Derpy Tiger and Sussie are scheduled to make an appearance as giant balloons. The parade takes place annually in New York City, featuring a diverse array 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: Sussie and Derpy Tiger These two adorable animal mascots appear throughout 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 team of demon slayers 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, these mascots have gained a massive following 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. The Sony Animation production has risen to number one as the top-viewed movie on the streaming platform, received 5 Grammy nominations, and the vocal talents behind Huntr/x—Ejae (Rumi), Audrey Nuna (Mira), and Rei Ami (Zoey)—recently performed on a popular television program, delivering a breathtaking spectacular act. Making things even better, the talented trio are set to make an appearance during the Thanksgiving Day festivities. Audiences can look forward to 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 expected debut in the year 2029. Although fans will have to be patient, the immense popularity for the first movie indicates that audiences are eager for a follow-up worthy of the first installment. In the meantime, everyone can look forward to the incredible inflatable versions of Derpy Tiger and Sussie at the holiday parade. Be sure to catch the full gallery of images below to see the balloons up close!