One of the best things to do at the Walt Disney World Resort is to interact with some of the most beloved Disney characters of all time. Because of social distancing, parades and character greetings have gone on hiatus but still will present themselves in different ways. From cavalcades down Main Street, U.S.A. to a riverboat floating down Discovery River at Disney’s Animal Kingdom, we will get a glimpse at some of our favorite fairytale friends, when the parks reopen! Below is the list of everything coming to each of the parks:
Magic Kingdom Park (reopening July 11, 2020)
- “The Royal Princess Processional” –Several times daily, Princess Merida leads the way on Angus, her trusted horse, followed closely by a gazebo float and crystal castle carrying Cinderella, Tiana, Belle, Jasmine, Snow White, Rapunzel, and others.
- “Mickey and Friends Cavalcade” – Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, and their pals stop by throughout the day, inviting everyone to “Get Their Ears On” as they wave to guests along the park’s parade route.
- Cinderella’s Evil Stepsisters – From time to time, guests in Fantasyland can see Anastasia and Drizella and can interact with them from afar while they’re on a balcony of Cinderella Castle.
Disney’s Animal Kingdom Theme Park (reopening July 11, 2020)
- “Donald’s Dino Boat Bash!”– Donald Duck, Daisy Duck, and Launchpad McQuack wave to guests from their party boat as “Donald’s Dino-Bash!” moves from DinoLand U.S.A. to Discovery River.
- “Discovery River Character Cruise” – Timon and Rafiki or Pocahontas with Meeko, who will set sail on the parks’ waterways.
- Discovery Island Drummers – These high-energy percussionists will perform on Discovery River, providing entertainment for everyone on land!
EPCOT (reopening July 15, 2020)
- “Mickey and Friends World Tour” – As guests travel around World Showcase, they may come upon Mickey Mouse, Minnie Mouse, Pluto, and Goofy all out sightseeing and waving to their friends.
- “Frozen Promenade” – Queen Anna and Elsa will be seen around World Showcase, from country to country, and waving hello to guests along the way.
Disney’s Hollywood Studios (reopening July 15, 2020)
- Star Wars: Galaxy’s Edge – Over at Black Spire Outpost on the planet Batuu:
- Heroes of the Resistance, including Rey, Chewbacca, and Vi Moradi, can be spotted on platforms above the garage in Black Spire Station or surveying activity around the spaceport near the Millennium Falcon.
- First Order Stormtroopers join Kylo Ren in patrolling the landing platform at Docking Bay 9 beneath their TIE Echelon assault vehicle.
- “Pixar Pals Motorcade” – From The Incredibles to Toy Story pals and more, catch these friends on Hollywood Boulevard.
- “Disney Junior Stars Motorcade” – Disney Junior stars including Fancy Nancy, Doc McStuffins, and Vampirina will cruise down Hollywood Boulevard as well!
We’re so excited to see our favorite characters once more and love what Disney is doing to create a safe environment, but still keeping the entertainment alive!
Emily Ann has always loved the theme parks, and is now so happy she gets to create content around them for ThrillGeek! She considers herself a huge theme park foodie, as well as finding unique items across the parks. Would die for HHN.