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Disney World Cuts Beloved Parade Effective Immediately, Replacement Confirmed

Posted by: Thomas Hitchen November 8, 2025 0

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Changes are afoot.

A view of Cinderella Castle at Walt Disney World Resort

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Guests visiting Magic Kingdom in early November are in for a change: the beloved Festival of Fantasy Parade will not be performed on November 8 and 9, 2025, as Disney shifts focus to its annual holiday festivities. The adjustment comes as filming begins for The Wonderful World of Disney: Magical Holiday Celebration, and with it comes an exciting update—Mickey’s Once Upon a Christmastime Parade has now been confirmed to perform on November 8 in the daytime.

That same weekend marks the return of Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party, running select nights from November 7 through December 21. The after-hours event transforms Magic Kingdom into a snow-filled spectacle complete with cookies, cocoa, and snowfall on Main Street, U.S.A. Guests can enjoy Mickey’s Once Upon a Christmastime Parade, Minnie’s Wonderful Christmastime Fireworks, and festive overlays on attractions like Jingle Cruise and Space Mountain–Holiday Run.

Mickey and Minnie Mouse, dressed in festive holiday attire, stand in front of a large, decorated Christmas tree at Disney World.

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On November 8, daytime visitors will get an early treat, as the Christmastime Parade will make a confirmed special appearance in the afternoon, replacing Festival of Fantasy. Expect appearances by Elsa, toy soldiers, dancing gingerbread men, and Santa Claus himself—often as part of the parade filming for the televised holiday special.

While the Festival of Fantasy Parade takes a brief pause, the park will be bursting with seasonal energy. With the first weekend of Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party underway and the Christmastime Parade confirmed to roll through Magic Kingdom on November 8, Disney’s transition into the holiday season has officially begun. That said, guests hoping to visit Magic Kingdom this weekend may want to reconsider, as the holiday filming will make the park significantly more crowded.

Mickey Mouse on Float in the Festival of Fantasy Parade at the Magic Kingdom at Disney World.

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“Wave to Elsa and other beloved Disney pals as they float by in this yuletide parade,” Disney writes on the Mickey’s Once Upon a Christmastime Parade.

“Delight in an entertaining display chock-full of good cheer. Snap memorable photos of dancing gingerbread men, marching toy soldiers, and beloved Disney Characters as they float by, waving hello. There’s even a special appearance by Santa Claus—riding in to wish everyone a Merry Christmas,” the Mouse House adds.

How do you feel about the changes made to the schedule at Magic Kingdom this weekend? Let us know in the comments down below!

About Thomas Hitchen

When he’s not thinking about the Magic Kingdom, Thomas is usually reading a book, becoming desperately obsessed with fictional characters, or baking something delicious (his favorite is chocolate cake -- to bake and to eat). He's a dreamer and grew up on Mulan saving the world, Jim Hawkins soaring through the stars, and Padmé Amidala fighting a Nexu. At the Parks, he loves to ride Everest, stroll down Main Street with an overstuffed pin lanyard around his neck, and eat as many Mickey-shaped ice creams as possible. His favorite character is Han Solo (yes, he did shoot first), and his favorite TV show is Buffy the Vampire Slayer except when it's One Tree Hill. He loves sandy beach walks, forest hikes, and foodie days out in the Big City. Thomas lives in England, UK, with his fiancée, baby, and their dog, a Border Collie called Luna.

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