Hey there, Frank, and welcome to planDisney!
Your
springtime visit to the Most Magical Place on Earth is just around the corner…how exciting is that?! I can only imagine how eager you must be, counting down the days. Before long, you’ll be strolling down Main Street, U.S.A. with a favorite Mickey-shaped snack in hand, soaking in the sounds, sights, and energy all around you. And then comes that unforgettable moment when Cinderella Castle comes into view for the very first time on your trip. No matter how many times you see it, that moment never loses its magic. It truly feels just as special every single time.
Disney’s Starlight parade and the
Electrical Water Pageant are two wonderful nighttime entertainment experiences at Walt Disney World, and I love that you’re planning to enjoy both during your visit!
The Electrical Water Pageant typically runs nightly between approximately 8:35 PM and 10:05 PM. This floating parade travels across the Seven Seas Lagoon, beginning near Disney’s Polynesian Resort and continuing on to other Magic Kingdom–area resorts, including the Grand Floridian, Wilderness Lodge, Fort Wilderness Resort, and the Contemporary Resort. Since it travels the lagoon, you won’t be able to view it from inside Magic Kingdom itself, so you’ll want to plan to be at one of the resort viewing locations along its route for the best experience.
As for the Starlight Parade, I took a look at the
Hours & Events Calendar, and it looks like the official schedule isn’t quite available for your arrival dates just yet. However, reviewing the week prior, it appears that on Monday through Thursday, the parade is currently scheduled for 9:00 PM, while on Friday, Saturday, and Sunday, there are typically two showings at 9:00 PM and 11:00 PM. While this can give you a helpful idea of what to expect, I would anticipate a similar pattern during your visit. I definitely recommend double-checking the
My Disney Experience app as your trip gets closer for the most up-to-date showtimes.
Frank, I hope this helps, and you have the very best trip! If you have any other questions, you're always welcome here at planDisney!
Magic Awaits,
Kami