Tomorrow is a BIG day in Magic Kingdom, but a lot of people may not realize it. That’s why we’re here to help!
Typically, the only way to see Mickey’s Once Upon A Christmastime Parade is by buying a ticket to Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party, but this month, there are actually TEN days regular daytime guests can see the parade without any additional ticket needed. Yes, you guessed it — that starts tomorrow!
Starting tomorrow, December 22nd, Magic Kingdom guests can see Mickey’s Once Upon a Christmastime Parade twice every day, ending on December 31st! This means that you can see the parade at 12 PM and 3 PM on the following days:
- December 22nd
- December 23rd
- December 24th
- December 25th
- December 26th
- December 27th
- December 28th
- December 29th
- December 30th
- December 31st
This also means, though, that seeing the Festival of Fantasy Parade won’t be an option on these days. However, Disney Starlight, the park’s nighttime parade, will show at 7 PM and 9:45 PM on all ten of those days (although times will shift to 6:30 PM and 9 PM on December 30th and 31st).
If you’re hoping to grab a good spot for either one of these parades, you’ll want to grab a spot early, especially on Main Street, U.S.A.! Crowds are no joke during this time of year, so you’ll want to be prepared. One of my favorite hacks is Mobile Ordering Corn Dog Nuggets from Casey’s Corner about an hour before the parade, so that I have something to snack on while I wait. A cookie or the custom popcorn from Main Street Confectionery is great too if you’re in the mood for sweets!
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Of course!!
Only top-premium passholders will ever be allowed to see the parade without buying a party ticket.. Up until a few years ago, we could see the parade in the daytime.