When it comes to special events at Disney World, nothing is quite like Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party. One of the things you get to experience is Mickey’s Once Upon a Christmastime Parade. The Disney Christmas parade is spectacular from start to end and will even give you the chance to see the big guy himself (and I don’t mean Mickey).
Mickey’s Once Upon a Christmas Parade
While all Disney parades are pretty impressive, Mickey’s Once Upon a Christmastime Parade is amazing.
Mickey’s Once Upon a Christmastime Parade only occurs during Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party from November 8 through December 20, 2024.
After December 20th, the parade takes place for all guests to Magic Kingdom.
The entire parade is just as magical as the Festival of Fantasy Parade, but has a holiday twist to the parade floats and characters.
It’s the only parade where you will get to see marching toy soldiers and dancing gingerbread men.
Just like all Disney parades, the main features are the elaborately decorated floats.
Each float has its own theme and showcases a specific Disney character or set of Disney characters.
Guests will even get to see many of the Disney Princesses along with their Prince.
The parade lasts for approximately 25 minutes and you will want to make sure that you don’t leave the parade early because it ends with a special appearance of Santa Claus!
If you are on the fence about spending time getting a spot up front and sitting through the entire parade, let me assure you that it is something that you really should make the time to see.
Disney Christmas Parade Route
The Mickey’s Once Upon a Christmastime Parade starts in Frontierland and moves toward Cinderella Castle before going down Main Street USA.
This means that if you want to be the first to see the parade (and thus, be the first released after it comes through), the best place to be is in Frontierland or Liberty Square.
Disney Parade Light-Up Christmas Accessories
You will find plenty of carts filled with Disney Christmas gear that come out prior to the start of the parade.
You can choose from Spinning Disney character light-up wands, Glowing Christmas Bell necklaces, and Light Up Mickey Ears.
The Mickey’s Once Upon a Christmastime Parade is one of the most popular events at Disney World during the holiday season and certainly something you should make time to see if you are attending the Christmas Party or visiting during the week of Christmas.