NEWS: Disney Announces Opening Date & More Details for New Nighttime Parade Coming to Magic Kingdom

All-new nighttime parade, “Disney Starlight: Dream the Night Away,” is coming soon to Magic Kingdom. With vibrant visuals, unforgettable music, and cherished characters, “Disney Starlight” invites guests of all ages to dream big and celebrate the power of a wish. We were there at a media event when Disney announced the opening date and showed off Mickey, Minnie, and Goofy’s new outfits. Learn more below.

1 – Opening Date

“Disney Starlight: Dream the Night Away,” will make its debut on July 20, 2025 at Magic Kingdom.

Through the power of the Blue Fairy’s magic, guests will watch dreams and wishes come true throughout this star-kissed parade. As the lights dance from float to float, guests will see favorite classic and contemporary characters from Walt Disney Animation Studios and Disney Pixar films – some for the very first time in a Disney Live Entertainment nighttime parade.

2 – Finale Float Announced

Guests can look forward to seeing beloved Disney characters throughout the parade in shining, shimmering splendor, all culminating in the parade’s finale. 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. We got a look at the outfits for Mickey, Minnie, and Goofy during the event and loved what we saw! Check out their looks below in the photo.

3 – Other Parade Floats

Disney characters guests can see in the parade include:

🧚🏻‍♀️ 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

🚂 Goofy, Pluto, Donald Duck and Daisy Duck,Snow White and Dopey, Rapunzel and Flynn Rider, Aladdin and Jasmine, and Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse

4 – Disney Starlight Merchandise

During the event we also got a look at some of the upcoming merchandise! Guests can join in on the fun and sparkle with a “Disney Starlight” logo tee shirt, blanket, a Disney pin, a light up pair of Mickey Ears with a removable bow, and a light-up bubble wand that will dance along with the parade.  Take a look at the offerings below.

Guests can also enjoy a limited-edition popcorn mix, available exclusively at the Main Street Confectionary in Magic Kingdom starting on July 20. The popcorn is a “Star-Kissed mix of Bubble Gum and Blue Raspberry Candy Popcorn, M&M’S Milk Chocolate Candies, mini-marshmallows, and white chocolate drizzle. We tried a sample of the popcorn and it’s a very sweet and rich.

We’re so excited for this nighttime parade!