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Disney Starlight Parade Will Continue to Shine Twice Nightly Through August at Magic Kingdom
Magic Kingdom’s newest nighttime dazzler, the Disney Starlight Parade: Dream the Night Away, is lighting up the night not once, but twice, through the end of August! Guests can catch this radiant spectacle at 9:00 p.m. and again at 11:00 p.m., with performances now confirmed on most nights through August 30, 2025.
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Since its shimmering debut on July 20, the Disney Starlight Parade has become the talk of the Kingdom, enchanting guests with glowing floats, whimsical characters, and a soundtrack that dreams are made of. Whether you’re Team Fairy Godmother, Team Blue Fairy, or just here for the pixie dust, there’s something in this parade for everyone.
But don’t get too starry-eyed just yet—there are a few dates to keep an eye on. Due to Mickey’s Not-So-Scary Halloween Party, there will be no Starlight performances on select nights: August 15, 17, 19, 22, 24, 26, and 29. As the spooky season creeps in, the calendar becomes a bit patchier, so keep those pumpkin-shaped reminders handy if you’re planning your visit in September or October. It’s also likely the parade will skip nights that feature Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party later in the year.
Disney recently tried to dim the mood for Annual Passholders by requiring park reservations for Magic Kingdom visits all day, every day—an especially strict rule timed with the parade’s launch. But just one week later, Disney backtracked: as of July 28, Passholders can again visit without a reservation after 2 p.m. on most days (except weekends), or any time on designated good-to-go days.
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The parade’s popularity doesn’t end at the last float. There’s a sparkling array of Starlight-themed merchandise, a new parade popcorn mix (yes, we tried it; and yes, it slaps!), and enough sweet treats to keep your Instagram glowing well past midnight.
As always, we’ll keep watching the skies (and the entertainment calendar) to see if this star continues to shine into the fall and winter months. For now, it’s safe to say that Dream the Night Away is a brilliant addition to Magic Kingdom’s nighttime lineup.
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