What time is the parade at Magic Kingdom 2023?

The 2023 Disney Parks Christmas Day Parade show will air on ABC at 10:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. EST/9:00 a.m.-11:00 a.m. PST, December 25, 2023.



That’s a great question, but it requires a more specific answer because parade times at Magic Kingdom change daily and are based on the season, day of the week, and special events.

For 2023 dates, you’ll need to check the official My Disney Experience app or the Walt Disney World website for the exact schedule on your specific visit date.

However, here is the essential information you need to find the 2023 times and know what to expect:

How to Find the Exact Parade Times for Your 2023 Date:

  1. Use the My Disney Experience App: This is the most reliable method. Enter your specific date in the calendar, select Magic Kingdom, and look for “Festival of Fantasy Parade.”
  2. Check the Official Website: The Walt Disney World calendar online will show daily schedules.
  3. Look at Park Hours: Once you have the park hours for your date, the parade time(s) will be listed there.

What Parade to Look For (Magic Kingdom’s Main Parade):

  • Festival of Fantasy Parade: This is the flagship afternoon parade featuring floats and characters from Tangled, Peter Pan, Frozen, Brave, The Little Mermaid, and a magnificent Maleficent dragon.

General 2023 Parade Time Guidelines:

  • Typetime: The Festival of Fantasy Parade most commonly stepped off at 3:00 PM for much of 2023.
  • Second Parade: On very busy days (like holidays and peak summer weeks), there was sometimes an additional earlier parade, often around 12:00 PM or 1:00

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