10 Fun Facts About The Walt Disney World Christmas Parade

10 Fun Facts Disney Parks

Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse Disney World Christmas Parade Magic Kingdom

The Walt Disney World Christmas Parade is one of the most iconic parts of the holidays every year at the Magic Kingdom. It not only delights guests at the park, but has been aired on television for Disney fans worldwide to enjoy.

In celebration of the holiday season, we are sharing 10 fun facts about this iconic part of the holidays.

1. Santa

Santa Christmas Parade Float Magic Kingdom Disney World

The most anticipated person in this parade each year isn't any Disney character, but the iconic Santa Claus.

2. TV

The parade has aired on television annually since 1983 except for two years.

3. Different Version In Park

Reindeer Disney World Christmas Parade Magic Kingdom

The parade that is performed in the park at Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party is different than the one performed on television every year.

4. Babes In Toyland

Toy Soldiers Mickey's Once Upon a Christmas Parade Disney World

One of the most iconic sets of characters in the parade are the Toy Soldiers, who were inspired by the classic Disney film Babes in Toyland.

5. Reindeer

Reindeer Mickey's Once Upon a Christmas Parade Disney World

The reindeer in this parade used to feature comically long tounges, before the current reindeer began appearing.

6. Family

As the holidays are a time for family, this parade features numerous family members of classic Disney characters who rarely appear in the parks outside of the holidays.

7. Snow

Depending on where you watch this parade in the Magic Kingdom you may have snow fall upon you adding to the holiday charm.

8. Other Christmas Parades

Mike and Sulley Hollywood Holiday Parade Disney's Hollywood Studios

While today, there is only a Christmas parade in the Magic Kingdom, there used to be Christmas parades in Disney's Hollywood Studios and Disney's Animal Kingdom as well.

9. Reimagined Floats

This parade features a combination of exclusive floats and reimagined floats from other parades that temporarily have Christmas decorations adorning them.

10. Daytime and Nighttime Versions

Goofy In Mickey's Once Upon a Christmas Parade Magic Kingdom

This parade regularly performs at night during Mickey's Very Merry Christmas Party and also performs during the day during Christmas week.


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