Overview
- ABC will air the Rose Parade live on January 1, 2026 at 11 a.m. ET, hosted by Kevin Negandhi, Hannah Storm and John Naber.
- A Disneyland vehicle carrying Mickey Mouse and friends will lead the entry, joined by more than 50 U.S. military veterans who work as Disney cast members and their families.
- The floral design includes red poppies for remembrance along with rosemary, blue irises, white lilies, chrysanthemums and red roses to symbolize respect and appreciation for veterans.
- The parade marks the opening moment of a year-long Disney Celebrates America initiative that features park offerings such as Soarin' Across America and themed Independence Day fireworks.
- Disney’s plans include expanded military-family support highlighted by a $2.5 million donation to Blue Star Families and related programming across ABC, National Geographic and ESPN.