Disney Starlight: Dream the Night Away debuts at the Magic Kingdom on July 20, 2025. This new nighttime parade promises to delight guests with their favorite stories and characters as their dreams come true. Now, it is known exactly when guests will be able to do that. Disney has revealed both the times and the route that this parade will utilize.
Parade Showtimes
With the debut of the parade, there will be two showtimes offered for this parade. They will be at 9:00 PM and 11:00 PM. The second parade offering is currently later than the park remains open. Due to the second parade, the park will be open an additional hour. Disney Starlight will not be offered on nights that Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party is offered.
Parade Route
Traditionally, parades at Magic Kingdom begin in Frontierland and then make their way to Main Street, U.S.A. However, Disney shared that ” to allow for better guest flow at the end of the night,” Disney Starlight will begin at Main Street, U.S.A., and end in Frontierland.
Cancellation
Disney Starlight can be cancelled due to weather, Disney shared. If this happens, be sure to be graceful. It is disappointing for everyone. Don’t take it out on cast members. Safety is always a top priority for Disney, and everyone is just trying to do their job.
Annual Pass Reservations
With the opening of this new night parade, Annual Passholders will be required to get reservations for any day of entry. This is in contrast to being able to enter after 2:00 PM, except on the weekends.
A New Night Parade
Disney Starlight: Dream the Night Away is the first night parade to be offered at Magic Kingdom in nearly a decade. The parade includes the following characters and stories:
- The Blue Fairy
- Peter Pan & Wendy
- Asha
- La Familia Madrigal (Mirabel, Isabela, Bruno)
- Elsa
- Aurora and Prince Phillip, Tiana and Prince Naveen, Belle and the Beast, and Cinderella and Prince Charming
- Miguel and Pepita
- Moana
- Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, Goofy, Pluto, Donald, Daisy, Snow White, Dopey, Rapunzel, Flynn, Aladdin and Jasmine.
This new parade was announced at D23: The Ultimate Disney Fan Event last summer during the Disney Experiences showcase:
There will also be new merchandise and other offerings available to coincide with the opening of Disney Starlight. What do you think of what you are seeing of this new parade? Are you looking forward to seeing it? Share your thoughts and opinions in the comments below!
