Yesterday we enjoyed former cast member Daniel Adams’ photos he snapped while soaring high above the Magic Kingdom back in 1973 on the Skyway. Today we continue the the tour with a series of snapshots that capture a parade right in the middle of Main… Read More »1973 Magic Kingdom Parade Photos – Retro Tour Part 2 of 3
As part of the 2015 Shanghai Tourism Festival, Disney hosted a parade to both kick off the event, and promote the upcoming release of the new Star Wars movie, “The Force Awakens.” Organized by Disney, and led by some of the hit film franchise’s most… Read More »‘Star Wars: The Force Parade’ Invades the 2015 Shanghai Tourism Festival
This last Sunday at the Magic Kingdom guests were treated to a special version of the Festival of Fantasy parade. Not only was the music not synchronized with the performances, Maleficent (the steampunk dragon) had her head stuck in one position (meaning no fire effects),… Read More »Festival of Un-Fantasy at the Magic Kingdom
My family and I just attended a media event for the Disneyland Resort Diamond Celebration, which is the fancy name given to Disneyland’s 60th anniversary. Spoiler alert: It’s fun! In addition to everything you have heard about the new “World of Color – Celebrate! The… Read More »Disneyland Resort Diamond Celebration: An Overview
If you’re one of the lucky ones who can make it into Disneyland this Friday for the 24-hour day celebration to kick off Disneyland’s 60th celebration, you’ll be among the first to see the park’s new night time parade “Paint The Night.” Created by Walt… Read More »“Paint the Night” parade fun facts!
A brand new parade is coming to Disneyland as part of its Diamond Celebration. The spectacular new “Paint the Night” parade will feature some of the most innovative floats, dazzling special effects and unforgettable music ever presented at Disneyland Resort. But like all parade at Disney, the heart of the parade is the performers. Here we get a glimpse inside the rehearsals for a few of the performers:
Set to officially open on May 22nd as part of the 24-hour day event, “Paint the Night” will feature a contemporary soundtrack, some of which can be heard in the video. The song is “When Will I see You Again” by the band Owl City.
Some of the floats have started arriving at Disneyland. Head below the jump for a midnight delivery to Disneyland’s backstage:
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There’s a name change for this year’s televised Disney Parks Christmas parade on ABC and Frozen has been given the title spot. The “Disney Parks Frozen Christmas Celebration” will air on December 25th at 10AM ET. This will be the 31st anniversary of the show.… Read More »Disney Parks Christmas Parade Special on ABC Gets Frozen
It’s that most wonderful time of the year again. Christmas has returned to the Magic Kingdom and with it, miles of beautiful holiday decorations, including something new this year.
2014 brought Festival of Fantasy, a new parade, to the Magic Kingdom, with new fantastic floats. A few floats are just too tall to fit underneath the old garland arches that use to drape Main Street every holiday season. So Disney devised a decorative wall-mounted arm as a new look for Main Street USA. It’s still very festive and it has the added bonus of providing a clear view of Cinderella Castle. If you look close you can even spot a hidden mickey.
More photos below the jump:
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