Walt Disney World Adjusts Evening Parade Times at Magic Kingdom

The excitement will start a little earlier for Disney Starlight: Dream the Night Away”

Disney World has announced an update to the scheduled times for its newest nighttime spectacular at the Magic Kingdom, “Disney Starlight: Dream the Night Away”, giving guests a chance to enjoy the parade magic a little earlier.

Disney Starlight Finale Float

Currently, the parade dazzles audiences at 9:00 PM and 11:00 PM in Magic Kingdom. However, starting August 31st, 2025, the showtimes will be adjusted 30 minutes earlier, moving the parade to 8:30 PM and 10:30 PM.  These parade times are posted through September 13, 2025. Keep in mind the nightly parade does not run on nights, the Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party’s are taking place. 

Disney Starlight: Dream the Night Away Popcorn Bucket

This adjustment is ideal for guests who want to catch the parade before winding down for the evening, or for those looking to make the most of the park’s nighttime entertainment. Whether it’s your first time watching or you’re returning for another magical night, the updated times give you extra flexibility to plan your evening around this enchanting parade.

Which parade time will you be catching the 8:30 PM or 10:30 PM, or both?

Source: AllEars, Disney

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