Disney Starlight: Dream the Night Away Parade

Magic Kingdom is getting a new nighttime parade this summer called the Disney Starlight: Dream the Night Away parade! Here's everything you need to know!

Disney Starlight: Dream the Night Away Parade – Debuting July 20, 2025

Opening Date: July 20, 2025
Showtimes: 9pm and 11pm
Route: Main Street USA to Frontierland
Parade Runtime: TBA

The very first float sets the tone for the star-kissed constellation of Disney dreams, all brought to life by the magic of the Blue Fairy. To paraphrase a fan-favorite Magic Kingdom nighttime spectacular, that’s actually the “first star you’ll see tonight.” You’ll be invited to wish upon this very bright star to kick off the parade. Keep an eye out for Peter Pan, Wendy and Elsa on their own floats too! 

Isabela will make her Magic Kingdom debut alongside her fellow Madrigal family members in the Encanto portion of “Disney Starlight.” In true Isabela fashion, she’ll swing on floral vines just like she does in the film.   

Main Street, U.S.A. will also “make way” for a Moana float, complete with gorgeous, luminescent waves. While Moana takes center stage, if you look closely, you’ll notice Pua, HeiHei, and even a manta ray representing Gramma Tala joining her journey.

The “Disney Starlight” princess float is influenced by Disney Legend and artist Mary Blair. This float will feature beloved princes and princesses like Aurora and Prince Phillip, Tiana and Prince Naveen, Belle and the Beast, and Cinderella and Prince Charming. 
But what you don’t see in the artwork are the royal court dancers who will bookend this princess segment – one of many references to the classic “Main Street Electrical Parade.”

All the joy, wonder, and magic culminates in the parade’s finale, where a whimsical train, inspired by the iconic Main Street Electrical Parade float, emerges to take dreamers of all ages on a ride through the stars. 
 
Swirling ribbons of starlight reveal Goofy, Pluto, Donald Duck, and Daisy Duck leading a procession of Disney moments that includes Snow White and Dopey in a twinkling minecar, Rapunzel and Flynn Rider floating toward a gleaming lantern on their boat, and Aladdin and Jasmine taking a magic carpet ride. 

Closing out the celebration are the original dreamers, Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse, draped in sparkling new looks. Together, the duo sends us off, reminding us to believe in the power of wishing upon a star.

Opening Date Announcement

Parade Floats & Concept Art

Peter Pan: Blue Fairy, Peter Pan, and Wendy

Wish: Asha and Valentino

Encanto: Mirabel, Isabela, and Bruno

Frozen: Elsa

Princess Unit

Coco: Miguel, Dante, and Pepita

Moana, Heihei, and Pua

Grand Finale

Official Parade Poster

The official parade poster showcases the Blue Fairy, Cinderella Castle, Peter Pan & Wendy, Moana, Miguel & Pepita, Cinderella & Prince Charming, and Elsa!

Disney Starlight Parade News