Key Takeaways
- Debuting in 2025, the Disney Starlight: Dream the Night Away parade promises classic storytelling and innovative displays.
- The parade features characters from Peter Pan, Moana, Frozen, and others, lighting up the night.
- Exciting additions at Disney World include a new villain show and Muppets-themed coaster.
Walt Disney World recently shared more details about its upcoming nighttime parade, Disney Starlight: Dream the Night Away, after unveiling its full name just days ago. Along with a sneak peek at some of the featured characters, Disney also revealed the official logo and additional information about the magical new experience.
Set to debut in summer 2025, this enchanting evening parade blends classic Disney storytelling with cutting-edge innovation, promising to carry on the cherished tradition of magical Disney nighttime entertainment beloved by fans around the world. This new spectacle marks the first nighttime parade at Magic Kingdom since the conclusion of the Main Street Electrical Parade in 2016, aside from holiday parades during after-hours events. Known for its enchanting floats adorned with thousands of sparkling lights, the Main Street Electrical Parade brought to life beloved Disney stories and characters like Alice in Wonderland, Cinderella, and Peter Pan.
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“Disney Starlight” was initially announced at D23 this past August, with its full title, Disney Starlight: Dream the Night Away, unveiled over the weekend. In September, Disney held casting calls for the parade, following the release of concept art for the Moana float last month. Now, the company has shared even more details about the project, heightening anticipation among Disney fans worldwide.
Magic Kingdom’s New Parade Brings Peter Pan, Moana, and Other Favorites to Life
Featuring beloved characters from classic and contemporary Walt Disney Animation Studios films like Peter Pan, Encanto, Frozen, Moana, and more, the parade promises to light up the night with vibrant displays, transforming the darkness into a spectacular showcase of glowing colors. Adding to the excitement, Disney has unveiled the logo for Disney Starlight: Dream the Night Away, which sparkles with radiant lettering and glowing stars, highlighted by a delightful star dotting the “I” in “Starlight.”
Disney Starlight: Dream the Night Away isn’t the only exciting addition coming to Walt Disney World. Launching in summer 2025, a brand-new live production will take center stage on Sunset Boulevard, spotlighting some of Disney’s most iconic villains. The show, titled Disney Villains Unfairly Ever After, is set in the enigmatic realm of the Magic Mirror, where these infamous characters are ready to reveal their side of the story.
Additionally, Disney has announced plans to re-theme the Rock ‘n’ Roller Coaster, which currently features Aerosmith, into a Muppets-inspired music festival attraction. This new concept aims to preserve The Muppets’ presence in the park, offering fans an exciting and fresh way to engage with these iconic characters. Meanwhile, the current MuppetVision 3D attraction will make way for a brand-new Monsters, Inc.-themed land, bringing even more beloved stories to life at Disney’s Hollywood Studios.
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