Are you planning a visit to the Happiest Place on Earth?
Along with rides and other entertainment, you must be excited about Disneyland Paris’ famous parades and shows.
Disneyland Paris has various parades and shows happening throughout the year including Million Splashes of Color, the Electrical Sky Parade, Stars on Parade, Nighttime Spectacular and more.
There is something so magical about hearing the classic Disney songs play while your favorite stars set out on the most colorful parade.
In this article, you’ll discover the location, timings, and details of festive and regular Disneyland Paris shows and parades for a memorable fairytale experience for adults and kids alike!
A Million Splashes of Color for Classic Hits
Unique to Disneyland Paris, the daily parade of A Million Splashes of Color offers a great kickstart to your day at the attraction!
Dance to exciting tunes sung by your favorite Mickey, Timon, Joy, and Mirabel, standing at the top of a colorful cartoon-like truck.
Discover classical and contemporary hits of Pixar with 30 characters and performers to give you the heartiest greetings.
The vehicle is designed using the graffiti art style with paint brushes, pots, and simple black brick illustrations on its body to give the show a coloring book-like look!
A mashup mix of The Bare Necessities, You’ve Got a Friend in Me, and We Don’t Talk About Bruno will play as the background music for the parade.
- Length of Show: 30 minutes
- Location: Outdoors in front of Sleeping Beauty Castle
- Last Date: 30th September 2024
The Lion King For a Musical Wild Savannah Adventure
Enjoy a live play of the iconic monuments from the famous Lion King movie, and see a short story on how Simba becomes the king!
The Lion King’s Rhythm of the Pride show covers this story with acrobatics, music, and dance, making it perfect for adults as well.
You’ll see professionals dressed as your favorite characters, Nala, Simba, Rafiki, Pumba, and Timon.
The Broadway-like show is indoors, and the stage has unique 360-degree sound technology to provide the best view and quality no matter where you sit.
The Lion King show is very similar to a musical and one of the best shows in Disneyland Paris!
- Show Timings: 12.15 pm, 1.5 pm, 3.50 pm, and 4.50 pm.
- Location: Frontier Land Theatre
- Cancelled from: 8th September to 1st November 2024
Disneyland Paris Electrical Sky Parade: A Drone Display.
The most unique Disneyland Paris drone show is now available to watch, known as the Electrical Sky Parade!
It is a magnificent combination of colored laser-like drone lights and fun Disney songs.
Upto 500 drones come together to form fun shapes of Cinderella’s pumpkin carriage, trains, dragons, and ships from Peter Pan floating above the castle!
The parade is very different from the usual Stars on Disneyland Paris Parade and is worth staying for, as it only happens at nighttime.
The parade is right before the Disney Illuminations!
- Length of Show: 10 minutes
- Location: Sleeping Beauty Castle
- Cancelled on: 1st October 2024
- Last Date: 6th January 2025
Disney Stars on Parade: Disneyland’s Best Parade!
Disneyland’s most famous Stars on Parade is a must-see for its fun music and Disney characters, especially known for its crafty construction!
You can see the Disney characters in their element on this parade, wearing the most unique and dazzling costumes.
The parade begins at the It’s a Small World attraction and goes along the Sleeping Beauty Castle on Main Street until it stops at Town Square in the Park.
Planned by the famous show director Emmanuel Lenormand, the parade has seven floats decorated like the worlds of Toy Story, Frozen, and Mickey Mouse!
We recommend watching this dazzling show at Frontierland, as it offers a close-up view of the float.
The Bella Note Restaurant terrace offers the clearest view of this parade; however, you must arrive here at least 30 minutes before the show to secure the best spots!
- Parade timings: 11.30 am, 2 pm, 3.25 pm, 5.50 pm, and 7.05 pm.
- Location: From
- Cancelled from: 9th November 2024 to 6th January 2025
The New Nighttime Spectacular for 2025!
The New Nighttime Spectacular parade in 2025 will celebrate the never-ending love for the brave and joyful Disney Princesses!
This parade will transport you to a fairytale land of stories from Cinderella, Encanto, Beauty and the Beast, and more.
You’ll also discover the enchanting stories of Pinnochio and Lilo and Stitch through the animated displays and modern effects.
The show is accompanied by colorful fireworks and music that offers an experience never seen at Disneyland!
The exact beginning date for the show has not been released yet.
We recommend checking the official website regularly to know more.
Booking the Disneyland Shows
Seating for the Disneyland shows comes with entry tickets, including ride access.
Visitors 12 years and older can get the Supermini or mini ticket, allowing access on less-visited days, for €64 and €59 for kids between 3 and 11 years.
Infants below three years old can access the shows for free!
However, when the park is crowded, it might be challenging to guarantee your show seating with just an entry ticket.
You can get guaranteed entry to the show if you book an additional Disneyland show ticket on the mobile app.
All you have to do is go to the app and select your visiting date and the show you want to attend to book this guaranteed access seating.
We also recommend arriving at least 20 minutes before the show begins to redeem your ticket.
It might be difficult to make space for you if you arrive after the show begins.
| Please note: Guaranteed access tickets are not for all Disneyland shows, so please check the details well in advance. |
Festive Shows & Parades for 2024
Disneyland Paris is known for hosting the most glamorous festive celebrations, attracting millions of visitors from all over the world!
Get ready to celebrate the spookiest Halloween Festival at Disneyland Paris from 1st October to 1st November 2024 with the seasonal Mini Mickey Parade.
Mickey’s Boo to You parade is one of the most anticipated events this year, with Mickey and his friends dressed in their best Halloween attires.
You’ll also meet the famous Disney villains and admire a spooky version of the Sleeping Beauty castle in 2024!
Check out our article on Disneyland Paris Halloween celebrations to know more.
Following the spook Halloween celebrations, Disneyland Paris is decked out in Christmas trees and sparkling decorations for Christmas from 9th November 2024!
The enchanting Mickey’s Christmas Parade is the main highlight of this year’s celebrations, with a float that looks like candy and desserts and shines like a star.
The Christmas celebrations also bring with them the fun Let’s Sing Christmas Musical Show, accompanied by carols and other fun songs for an exciting evening!
As it’s a Mickey-themed show, you’ll see Mickey Mouse, Minnie, Donald Duck, Daisy, and a surprise guest dancing on the stage to the music.
This show is perfect for children!
Walt Disney Studios Park Shows
If you have another day to explore Disneyland Paris, why not add the Walt Disney shows to your bucket list?
Walt Disney Studios in Paris has more shows than Disneyland Park, offering the most magical experience with your favorite characters!
You’ll admire your favorite characters come to life at these shows, which offer great emotional depth and a lot of laughter.
Here are some of the famous Walt Disney Studio Park shows that are a must-see when you visit:
Together: Pixar’s Musical Adventure
Enjoy the emotional and state-of-the-art show Together at Walt Disney, featuring Toy Story, Monster Inc., Finding Nemo, Coco, and many other movies!
The show is packed with surprises, so it cannot be photographed.
However, we can tell you there will be a fun puppet show, including the characters of Nemo, Dory, and Marlyn in the musical!
- Location: The theatre at Production Courtyard
- Duration: 30 minutes
- Canceled from: 4th November to 13th December 2024
Frozen: A Birthday Bash at Arendelle!
Watch the fun two-part show of Anna planning a secret party for Elsa’s birthday at the Frozen Musical Show.
You will switch locations for this show, which begins from a castle-like stage to Elsa’s ice palace, to watch your dreams come to life!
Kids will love seeing the funny antics of Olaf, Sven, and the other characters.
- Location: Toon Studio
- Canceled from: 4th November 2024 to 14th February 2025
Mickey & the Magician: A Tale of Friendship
One of the most enlightening shows that displays the power of friendship is Mickey and the Magician, where we follow him on his journey to becoming a magician.
It includes fun special effects and illusions that capture the hearts of kids and adults alike!
The show also includes enthralling magic tricks with a fun musical performance.
- Duration: 30 minutes
- Location: Animagique Theatre
- Timings: 1 pm, 2.05 pm, 3.10 pm, 5.25 pm, and 6.30 pm.
You can also enjoy the outdoor Alice in Wonderland show Disneyland, at the Alice & the Queen of Hearts show till 29th September 2024.
If you’re a Marvel fan, don’t forget to add live performances to your watchlist, with characters like Spider-Man, the Avengers, and more in a captivating flight sequence.
Lilo and Stitch fans can also watch the movie screening at Walt Disney Studios!
FAQs on Disneyland Paris Shows
1. What is the best show at Disneyland Paris?
The most popular show at Disneyland is the Lion King musical, known for its acrobatic performances and exciting stage acting! The most viewed parade at Disneyland is the Disney Stars on Parade.
2. Are shows included in Disneyland Paris tickets?
Yes, access to Disneyland Paris shows is included in all Disneyland Paris tickets. You can also reserve your seat at the show by booking a guaranteed access pass on the mobile app.
3. What time are the shows at Disneyland Paris?
You can find the exact timings for the Disneyland Paris shows on the official mobile app. They are organized multiple times a day, for example, the Lion King show timings are 12.15 pm, 1.5 pm, 3.50 pm, and 4.50 pm.
4. Do you pay extra for the Disneyland Shows in Paris?
You don’t need to pay extra for the shows.
5. What time are the Parades at Disneyland Paris?
The Disneyland Stars on Parade timings are 11.30 am, 2 pm, 3.25 pm, 5.50 pm, and 7.05 pm. The Disneyland Paris Electrical Parade is right before the Disney Illuminations.
6. How do I book a seat for the Disneyland Paris shows?
You can reserve your seat directly from the Disneyland mobile app by purchasing a guaranteed access pass.
7. Are there any age restrictions for the shows at Disneyland?
There are no age restrictions for the Disneyland shows.