Disney’s Festival of Fantasy Parade at Magic Kingdom Park is always a ‘must see’ on my list when we visit the Walt Disney World Resort. This whimsical parade takes place each day at three o’clock starting in Frontierland near Splash Mountain and exits the park near the fire station on Main Street U.S.A.
The parade is filled with whimsical characters, dancers, favorite songs, princesses and more. And, of course, Anna and Elsa make an appearance too.
I found these fun facts on the official Walt Disney World media site and they were too great not to share. Enjoy!
Disney characters from more than a dozen classic stories are represented among nine parade floats.
You’ll see Anna and Elsa, Cinderella, Rapunzel, Tiana, Ariel, Snow White and the Seven Dwarves, Tinker Bell, Peter Pan and Wendy and my favorite – Jiminy Cricket.
Matt Stroshane for Walt Disney World
Mickey’s Airship finale float is the tallest float topping out at 32 feet.
Look up high and wave at Mickey and Minnie as they serve as the finale of the parade.
Matt Stroshane for Walt Disney World
The Festival of Fantasy Parade features a cast of more than 100.
From aerial performers high in the air to the dancers in the BRAVE section of the parade, castmembers bring this story to life.
40 additional characters are presented in animated or sculptural form.
The attention to detail on the floats is just breathtaking. I spot something new each time I watch the parade. While I love all the floats, the Pinocchio section is so colorful and over the top – so fun.
Matt Stroshane for Walt Disney World
Elaborate costumes were crafted by 10 different costume houses, in eight cities, in two countries — including Florida and California.
David Roark for Walt Disney World
The Bubble Girl headpiece is made from three separate clown wigs that are blended together by the Creative Costuming Millinery Team.
I think Bubble Girl may be my favorite costume of the parade. Whimsical, bright and there’s nothing bad about wearing a pink afro!
David Roark for Walt Disney World
The Steampunk-inspired Maleficent Dragon stretches 53 feet from snout to tail and reaches 26 feet in the air.
I remember my girls being scared of the dragon the first few times we saw this parade. Now, they are mesmerized by the details and massive beast – it is quite a sight.
David Roark for Walt Disney World
Have you seen Disney’s Festival of Fantasy Parade? I love grabbing a seat on Main Street U.S.A right beneath the train station and watch the stories come to life. No matter how many times I’ve seen it, I still find it magical and exciting each time.
What’s your favorite part of the Festival of Fantasy Parade?
