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More entertainment coming to Magic Kingdom Park for the 50th Anniversary Celebration

On February 11 the new “Disney Adventure Friends Cavalcade!” kicks off with nearly 30 Disney and Pixar characters, including Nick and Judy from “Zootopia,” Baloo and King Louie from “The Jungle Book,” José Carioca and Panchito from “The Three Caballeros,” plus Merida, Moana, The Incredibles, and more. It will also include the Magic Kingdom debut of Miguel from “Coco.” 

The fan favorite “Festival of Fantasy” parade returns to Magic Kingdom Park starting March 9 – the anniversary of the debut of the parade in 2014. It will have two shows daily.

“Mickey’s Magical Friendship Faire” will make its debut on the Cinderella Castle Forecourt Stage February 25. The show has been updated for the Walt Disney World 50th Anniversary and will incorporate favorite scenes from “Frozen,” “Tangled,” and “The Princess and the Frog” – plus a new opening and a new finale with Mickey Mouse and all his friends in their sparkling, EARidescent fashions. It will happen multiple times a day and will include a new original song entitled “Where the Magic Feels Like Home.”

“Finding Nemo: The Big Blue… and Beyond!” and “Fantasmic!” will return later this year.

Character Sightings added to Disney Genie+

You will now find select Character Sightings as new selections for Lightning Lane entry with the purchase of Disney Genie+:

• See Cinderella and a Visiting Princess at Princess Fairytale Hall at Magic Kingdom Park
• See Princess Tiana and a Visiting Princess at Princess Fairytale Hall at Magic Kingdom Park
• See Mickey at Town Square Theater at Magic Kingdom Park 
• See Olaf at Celebrity Spotlight at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

Disney Cruise Line Introduces Pixar Day at Sea on Select Disney Fantasy Sailings in 2023

Disney Cruise Line has an all-new Pixar Day at Sea on special sailings of the Disney Fantasy in early 2023.

The day-long celebration features one-of-a-kind experiences on select seven-night voyages. It will bring to life Pixar tales from “Toy Story,” “Monsters, Inc.,” “The Incredibles,” “Finding Nemo” and more. Themed dining, character encounters, dance parties and a stage show await families on this fun-filled day at sea that caps off with a deck party of incredible proportions.

A Pixar film festival, exclusive merchandise and photo opportunities will also be available as part of the new celebration. Other details and highlights include: 

Character Encounters

• From morning until night, you can dance, play and interact with your favorite Pixar pals, including Woody, Buzz Lightyear and Bo Peep from “Toy Story”; Mike, Sulley and Boo from “Monsters, Inc.”; Joy and Sadness from “Inside Out”; Dug and Russell from “Up”; and everyone’s favorite supers – Mr. Incredible, Elastigirl and Frozone from “The Incredibles.”

Immersive Entertainment

• A new nighttime show will call on Disney Cruise Line Guests to help the Incredibles save the day.
• A first-of-its-kind theatrical experience will bring to life the beloved story of Miguel and his family from “Coco” through live music and puppetry.
• Families will be able to join their favorite characters for a dance party bash. 

Dining Filled with Character

• A new, interactive character dining experience hosted by Sheriff Woody, Jesse and Bullseye will kick-off the day with sing-a-longs, cowboy serenades and all the country breakfast fixins.
• A Pixar-themed dinner will have dishes inspired by the Pixar Animation Studios’ California locale.
• Immerse yourself in undersea magic while dining in Animator’s Palate with visits from some of your favorite “Finding Nemo” friends, including interactive co