Hey Jon!
Thanks so much for stopping by planDisney with your question. It sounds like you are a fellow planner at heart, and I'm happy to help you find those parade times so you can put the finishing touches on your visit to the Happiest Place on Earth!
There are a few places to look for the Entertainment Schedule, which is typically posted about 6 weeks ahead of time. While you're at home, you may want to view it on the Disneyland website. Simply hover over the "Tickets & Parks" tab along the top navigation bar. On the right-hand side under "Explore Parks", you will see "
See All Hours and Events Calendar". This is where the magic happens ... or at least where you can find it! Here, you can select your date and toggle to the 5-Day view in the top right-hand corner to see the results for your full visit. As you scroll down, you will see a drop-down for "Parades" under both Disneyland Park and California Adventure. Currently, it looks like you're in luck - the Mickey and Friends Cavalcade will be making its way down Main Street, U.S.A. every day of your visit! You'll also note that you can check times for shows, fireworks, nighttime spectaculars, and even atmosphere entertainment like
The Dapper Dans.
If you're on the go, you can also find this information in the
Disneyland Mobile App. Head to the location icon along the bottom navigation bar to pull up the map. Along the top, scroll left until you see "Entertainment" and tap the filter icon on the left. Here, you can select "Parades" and tap "Apply" to see any offerings that may be available.
Jon, I sure hope this was helpful! If you find yourself getting a parade spot early, I highly recommend
mobile ordering yourself a treat to enjoy while you wait! My go-to is chocolate ice cream in a chocolate-dipped waffle cone from
Gibson Girl Ice Cream Parlor. Can't go wrong with this classic treat with a touch of magic!
If you have any more questions, we're happy to help here at
planDisney. And in the meantime, get ready to enjoy some unforgettable memory-making.
Wishing you a great trip!
Tara