Disney Starlight: Dream the Night Away - What we know.

Disney Starlight

The new night-time parade debuts in the Magic Kingdom on 20th July and Disney have release a lot of information. Here we have collated all the information we know so far about this exciting new parade

“Disney Starlight: Dream the Night Away” is the first year-round night-time parade at Magic Kingdom in nearly 10 years — since Main Street Electrical Parade ended its last run in 2016.

“Disney Starlight” invites guests to immerse themselves in the tales of cherished Disney characters. With the Blue Fairy’s magical touch, dreams and wishes are brought to life before your eyes. As lights twinkle from one float to the next, you’ll encounter beloved characters from both classic and modern Walt Disney Animation Studios and Disney Pixar films, including some making their debut in a Disney Live Entertainment night-time parade!

Crafted by the talented team at Disney Live Entertainment, "Disney Starlight" beautifully extends our tradition of night-time parades, incorporating nostalgic elements into a stunning procession that sets a new standard for the future.

This concept applies to every aspect of the parade, from the float design to the music, choreography, and beyond. Many members of the creative team have been involved in beloved parades like the “Main Street Electrical Parade” and “SpectroMagic,” bringing inspiration from these iconic electrical parades of the past. “Disney Starlight: Dream the Night Away” evokes the nostalgia of night-time spectacles, with innovation paving the way for an unprecedented magical experience.

Characters and Floats

The Blue Fairy will lead the parade, illuminating the night with her wand, followed by a variety of characters on beautifully illuminated floats.

Some of the characters we know will be featured in the float are

• 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

Disney has shared a video on their 'Disney Live Entertainment' Instagram account, offering glimpses of the floats being designed, music being recorded, and choreography being practiced. You can view it here.

The Music

Disney have released a behind-the-scenes look at the music and magic of the new parade. In this video we gat a preview of the music which is "a nod to the past but also eyes firmly set on the future. So you are going to hear melodies from older films, newer films in a very magical mystical way".

The Merch

As with any new show or parade there will be new merch releasing such as 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.

There will also be a new popcorn mix is coming soon!

In celebration of the debut of "Disney Starlight," this new treat will be offered exclusively at the Main Street Confectionary in Magic Kingdom beginning on the first night of the new parade. Guests can savor a delightful mix of Bubble Gum and Blue Raspberry Candy Popcorn, M&M’S® Milk Chocolate Candies, mini-marshmallows, and a white chocolatey drizzle.

Poster

Disney have also released a sneak peak of the poster which is coming soon to the Main Street station in Magic Kingdom.

What do you think?

Let us know your thoughts on this new parade. We are very excited to se this parade on our next visit as we haven't personally seen a night time parade other than the Halloween ones since 2005.