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Disney Starlight Parade Debuts as Magic Kingdom Enforces Passholder Reservations

The twice-nightly show uses advanced projection effects backed by sold-out reservations to manage visitor flow

Disney's new nighttime parade officially debuts at Magic Kingdom on Sunday night. (Courtesy Walt Disney Co.)
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Overview

  • Disney Starlight: Dream the Night Away officially launched on July 20, marking the first regular nighttime parade at Magic Kingdom since 2016.
  • Performances run at 9 p.m. and 11 p.m. along a new route from Main Street, U.S.A. to Frontierland designed to speed guest exits.
  • The parade features state-of-the-art LED lighting and video projection to create immersive “dreamscapes” inspired by the Main Street Electrical Parade.
  • Starting July 20, Annual Passholders must secure a valid reservation for Magic Kingdom entry at any time, though they can park-hop freely after 2 p.m. at EPCOT, Hollywood Studios and Animal Kingdom.
  • Park reservations for Annual Passholders at Magic Kingdom are sold out through July 22, reflecting unprecedented demand and Disney’s crowd-control measures.