UPDATED March 9, 2026
Disney World is known for its stellar entertainment, but one park is just a bit more magical than the rest.
We’re talking about Magic Kingdom, of course! From parades and cavalcades to stage shows and nighttime spectaculars, chances are there’s something to keep just about anyone entertained in the OG Disney World park. We don’t want you to miss a thing — so we’ve rounded up a FULL list of showtimes for parades, fireworks, castle shows, and more in Magic Kingdom.
You’ll find PLENTY of entertainment nearly everywhere you look in Magic Kingdom. From live music to parades, cavalcades, stage shows, and nighttime spectaculars — there’s always something new and interesting to see if you know where to find it! We’ve rounded up the showtimes for Magic Kingdom parades, fireworks, castle shows, and more.
But, before we start — keep in mind that these showtimes are subject to change. Disney might update these for several reasons — maybe the park is closing early one night or they’re getting ready for a special event.
The below show times are generally accurate, but make sure you check the My Disney Experience app on the date of your visit for the most up-to-date information.
We also make sure to let you know when Disney makes a showtime change, but if a parade or show is canceled due to weather or something last minute, the My Disney Experience app is going to have that updated information first! Now, onto the main events!
Happily Ever After
The Happily Ever After fireworks spectacular is currently showing at 9:30PM nightly.
Click HERE to see pics and videos of Happily Ever After!
Disney Festival of Fantasy Parade
The Festival of Fantasy Parade is dedicated to the movies and magic of Fantasyland, and this mid-day parade garners LOTS of crowds.
You can catch it daily at 3PM. It will go from one showtime per day to two starting on March 15th at 12PM and 3PM.
Disney Starlight — Dream the Night Away
A new nighttime parade arrived in Magic Kingdom in 2025: Disney Starlight: Dream the Night Away!
Disney Starlight is currently being presented once per evening at 8:15PM on Sundays through Wednesdays. Starting March 12, 2026, there will be TWO showings at 8:15PM and 10:30PM MOST nights (with the exception of March 15th, when it will be shown at 8:15PM only).
The parade begins on Main Street, U.S.A., and travel towards Frontierland for its parade route (in a reverse of the Festival of Fantasy Parade).
Check out EVERYTHING you need to know about Disney Starlight HERE!
Mickey’s Adventure Friends Cavalcade
You’ll also find Mickey’s Adventure Friends Cavalcade in Magic Kingdom — though this one happens less frequently than the other cavalcade. But, it includes some seriously RARE characters like Baloo and King Louie, Merida, Raya, Mirabel, and MORE!
You can currently catch this cavalcade twice in the mornings at 10:30AM and 11:45AM. But the Disney Adventure Friends Cavalcade is changing times on March 15th. Instead of 10:30 AM and 11:45 AM, the cavalcade will be held later in the day, at 5:10 PM and 6:25 PM.
Check Out the Adventure Friends Cavalcade Here
Mickey’s Magical Friendship Faire
This Cinderella Castle stage show features a musical collection of classic and contemporary Disney characters like Mickey, Minnie, Rapunzel, Tiana, and even Olaf.
You can find Mickey’s Magical Friendship Faire happening at:
- 1PM
- 2:05PM
- 4PM
- 5:30PM
See Mickey’s Magical Friendship Faire Here
Casey’s Corner Pianist
Take us out to the ball game — and grab a delicious hot dog or some corn dog nuggets and plastic cheese while you’re at it! The Casey’s Corner Pianist is a Main Street, U.S.A. icon, and you can catch the show several times throughout the day.
You’ll find the Casey’s Corner Pianist playing at:
- 11:10AM
- 12:20PM
- 1:40PM
- 2:40PM
- 3:40PM
- 4:35PM
- 5:55PM
If you hear some sweet ragtime tunes being played as you stroll towards Cinderella Castle, you know you’re in the right place!
See the Casey’s Corner Pianist in Action Here
The Dapper Dans
Speaking of Main Street, U.S.A. icons, does it get any more iconic than The Dapper Dans? This barbershop quartet is usually dressed in a variety of bright colors, but you might find them in the occasional spooky outfit or holiday garb depending on when you’re visiting.
You’ll typically find them performing on Main Street, U.S.A. at:
- 9AM
- 10AM
- 10:55AM
- 11:25AM
- 1:15PM
- 2:10PM
- 3:40PM
Not only can you expect some stellar harmonies and sweet tunes, but The Dapper Dans can be quite the funny guys as well — you’re always in for a treat when you see them!
Watch The Dapper Dans Create a Magical Moment for One Disney World Guest
The Main Street Philharmonic
Keep your eyes — and EARS! — peeled for the 12-piece brass and percussion ensemble known as the Main Street Philharmonic!
Just a heads up, though… in addition to Main Street, U.S.A., the Main Street Philharmonic also performs in Storybook Circus! You can typically catch them daily at the following times on Sundays through Thursdays:
- 12PM
- 1:25PM
- 2:35PM
- 3:35PM
Be aware that Disney often switches these times around or updates them to accommodate other shows or events happening. We’ll let you know of any major changes, but make sure you check My Disney Experience so you don’t miss it!
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