Welcome to planDisney, Stephanie! It looks like you're just a few days away from your arrival at the Most Magical Place on Earth, and if you're staying as a guest at a Disney Resort hotel, you're already in your eligible booking window for
Lightning Lane Multi Pass and Lightning Lane Single Pass selections, so let's get right into your question!
Currently, reserved seating for
Disney's Festival of Fantasy Parade is not included in the available
Lightning Lane attractions and experiences at Magic Kingdom Park. I know this may not be the answer you were hoping for, Stephanie, but I've got a few suggestions to ensure you get a great spot to view this daily parade!
- Arrive early! For prime viewing spots, I recommend grabbing your spot up to an hour before the parade begins. My family loves to grab a snack (looking at that fruit and hazelnut-covered Mickey waffle at Sleepy Hollow) and find a spot in Liberty Square so we are closer to the beginning of the parade route and can then head back into Frontierland or Adventureland once the parade has passed.
- Choose a location near the beginning or near the end of the route for more viewing options. I find that most people tend to grab a spot along Main Street, U.S.A. but catching it in Frontierland, Liberty Square, or close to the end of the route near the train station at the entrance to Magic Kingdom is usually less congested with crowds.
- Consider booking a table for a late lunch at Tony's Town Square Restaurant to watch from the patio. We did this on a recent trip and enjoyed taking a break from the parks and enjoying a delicious meal as the parade rolled by. While you won't be front row, you'll have a great view tucked away and a delightful meal at the same time!
Stephanie, no matter where you end up, you're sure to enjoy the sights and sounds of the magical parade! If you have any other planning questions before your trip, come see us again at
planDisney!
Here's to the magic,
Alison