Hi Abigail! You brought such a great question to planDisney! I’m happy to help with your Christmastime visit! Follow along as I take you on a journey to Christmas past as we predict Christmas future at Magic Kingdom Park!
Mickey’s Once Upon a Christmastime Parade is part of
Mickey’s Very Merry Christmas Party! The party runs on select nights at
Magic Kingdom Park from November 8 to December 20, 2024! The party requires a special admission ticket which can be purchased on the Walt Disney World Resort website.
Here comes the exciting part for you, Abigail! Each year, something special happens the day after the last Christmas party…The entertainment from the Christmas party, such as Mickey’s Once Upon a Christmastime Parade, becomes part of the daily entertainment during regular theme park operating hours! I like to think of this as Mickey’s Christmas gift to Guests!
So, as long as Mickey sticks with the tradition of the past many years (which is highly likely), you will get to see Mickey’s Once Upon a Christmastime Parade on any of the days that you visit Magic Kingdom Park. I recommend visiting Magic Kingdom Park between December 21 and December 30, 2024, to see the Christmas parade and other holiday entertainment such as Minnie’s Wonderful Christmastime Fireworks Show! This includes Christmas Day as well!
Dreams do come true!
Jonathan