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  • Maleficent Float Returns To Festival of Fantasy Parade at Magic Kingdom

    Maleficent Float Returns To Festival of Fantasy Parade at Magic Kingdom

    As we previously reported, The Maleficent Dragon float would be returning to the Festival of Fantasy Parade at the Magic Kingdom and it looks like the time is finally here!

    Disney has confirmed that everyone’s favorite villain, Maleficent, is returning to Magic Kingdom Park today to re-take her rightful place in the parade.

    The float was removed from the parade back in May after it burst into flames as the parade strolled through the park. The head of the dragon spits flames and apparently malfunctioned. Take a look at the video below to see the incident.

    The fire was quickly extinguished after it broke out and there were no reports of injuries.

    While she still has her same Steampunk style and signature wicked smile, the Maleficent dragon will be sporting a refreshed look, enhanced with new features designed to keep her in check while on show.

  • The 3 O’Clock Parade Is Moving To An Earlier Time Slot at Magic Kingdom Park Again

    The 3 O’Clock Parade Is Moving To An Earlier Time Slot at Magic Kingdom Park Again

    Last year, the three o’clock parade was moved to an earlier time slot to accommodate the holiday season in Magic Kingdom Park at Walt Disney World. Starting next week the parade will change times once again.

    Beginning August 17, 2018, Disney’s Festival of Fantasy Parade at Magic Kingdom will start at 2pm daily. This will allow the park to offer more time to after hour ticketed events like Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party and Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party.

    It’s a running joke, among Disney cast members and fans, that guests are always asking; “What time is the three o’clock parade?” even though it’s almost always at three o’clock and it’s commonly referred to as the three o’clock parade.

    Regardless of what time it’s at you don’t want to miss this parade.  The Festival of Fantasy is one of the best parades to hit Main Street, U.S.A. At this parade you’ll celebrate the stories you love with a magical mix of floats, costumes and original music.

    Paying homage to the unbridled magic and vivid pageantry of Fantasyland and its many inhabitants, the Disney Festival of Fantasy Parade is a thrilling sight-and-sound spectacular that winds its way through the streets of Magic Kingdom park each afternoon.

    Be sure to check the Times Guide at Magic Kingdom park for the performance schedule. This is an outdoor parade and subject to cancellation due to inclement weather. In addition, showtimes are as always are subject to change.

  • Festival Of Fantasy Dragon Catches Fire At Magic Kingdom

    Festival Of Fantasy Dragon Catches Fire At Magic Kingdom

    The Maleficent dragon float from the Festival of Fantasy Parade burst into flames today at the Magic Kingdom.

    The head of the dragon which spits flames daily on its parade route went up in flames after an apparent malfunction with the float While guest looked on in awe.

    Guests immediately took to the internet posting pictures and videos of the fire.

    Lucky it appears that the fire was quickly extinguished and there are no reports of any injuries. The only injury is to the dragon float itself.  It’s badly damaged and we will have to see if Disney repairs it or scraps it after this incident.


    Take a look the video below to get a look for yourself.

    There is no word as of yet to the exact cause of the fire.

  • Easter Bunny Hops To Magic Kingdom Park Starting March 19

    Easter Bunny Hops To Magic Kingdom Park Starting March 19

    Even if you are having a bad “hare” day you are still going to want to get your picture with this guy! Guests visiting Walt Disney World’s Magic Kingdom Park are in for some hippity hoppity fun starting March 19, when the Easter Bunny will begin making appearances at the park.

    Easter Bunny will greet guests from March 19 through April 1 in the Town Square Courtyard. On March 31, and April 1 (Easter Sunday), a special pre-parade will make its way down Main Street, U.S.A.

    The parade is a veritable Character Palooza and will  feature Mr. & Mrs. Easter Bunny, Daisy, Duck, Thumper & Ms. Bunny, White Rabbit, Yellow Rabbit, Clara Cluck, Hippos, Ostriches, Dancing Chicks and the Azalea Trail Maids from Mobile, Alabama.

    All entertainment is subject to change without notice. Check the Times Guide or the My Disney Experience app on the day of your visit for the most up-to-date information.

  • UCF Knights Honored with Parade at Magic Kingdom

    UCF Knights Honored with Parade at Magic Kingdom

    They may not have won the national championship, but UCF has won the respect of the nation as well as recognition from Walt Disney World. The mouse welcomed University of Central Florida Knights, Sunday, after their impressive undefeated season this year.

    UCF Knights Football Team Celebrated in Parade at Walt Disney World Resort

    It was black and gold as far as the eye could see at Magic Kingdom Park as they celebrated UCF’s amazing football season with a magical parade at the Walt Disney World Resort.

    UCF Knights Football Team Celebrated in Parade at Walt Disney World Resort

    The parade for Orlando’s hometown team follows a January 1 victory in the Peach Bowl that capped the Knights’ undefeated 13-0 season. Along with University of Central Florida student-athletes, today’s Magic Kingdom Park celebration included UCF cheerleaders and The Marching Knights, the university’s official band.

    As you can see, the parade route down Main Street U.S.A was decorated in University of Central Florida colors, including black-and-gold balloons on lamp posts. And many guests wore UCF black-and-gold team shirts and jerseys to honor the team.

  • New Story Elements for the Pixar Play Parade When it Returns to Disneyland

    New Story Elements for the Pixar Play Parade When it Returns to Disneyland

    Disney kicked off it’s 12 Days of Disney Parks Christmas today and as promised here is the daily update on exciting new offerings coming to Walt Disney Parks & Resorts in 2018 and beyond.  Disney has announce some exciting details on some new story elements for Pixar Play Parade, which is returning to Disneyland Resort this spring.

    Pixar Play Parade returns April 13 to the Disneyland Resort – this time, at Disneyland park! Part of the limited-time Pixar Fest celebration, this delightful parade will bring even more of your favorite Pixar stories to life with the addition of three new story elements.

    The parade will begin as all Pixar films have, with an appearance by the iconic and adorable Pixar Lamp. Rolling ahead of the famous lamp will be the familiar yellow Pixar Ball, making a cameo in Pixar Play Parade, as it has in many Pixar films.

    Up Pixar Parade
    Also joining the parade are characters from the beloved film, “Up.” Wilderness Explorer Russell will appear astride the colorful flightless bird, Kevin, with Carl Fredricksen and Dug following behind amid green foliage and snipe chicks, with Carl’s tethered house floating above.

    inside out pixar parade
    Another popular Pixar story coming to Pixar Play Parade is “Inside Out.” Perched atop colorful memory orbs, Joy and Sadness take flight aboard Bing Bong’s rocket wagon, with Bing Bong himself cheering them on!

    Don’t miss these new story elements and the return of Pixar Play Parade, beginning April 13 at Disneyland park. And check out the rest of the fun to come during Pixar Fest here!