Adjustments for Magic Kingdom’s Parade and Cavalcade Schedule



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The Magic Kingdom at Walt Disney World is set to adjust the performance schedules for two of its popular attractions: the Festival of Fantasy Parade and the Disney Adventure Friends Cavalcade. These changes come as the spring break season winds down, affecting how visitors can plan their day in the park. Here’s what you need to know about the upcoming schedule modifications.

Festival of Fantasy Parade Schedule Change

Festival of Fantasy Parade
Festival of Fantasy Parade. Photo: Emily Murray

The Festival of Fantasy Parade, a highlight for many visitors to the Magic Kingdom, will see a reduction in its number of daily performances. Starting April 7, the parade will transition from two shows per day to just one. This change aligns with past adjustments, where the number of performances has varied based on the season and crowd levels. The sole daily performance will take place at 3 p.m., according to the official Walt Disney World calendar.

Disney Adventure Friends Cavalcade Timing Update

Disney Adventure Friends Cavalcade

Concurrent with the parade schedule adjustment, the Disney Adventure Friends Cavalcade will also see changes in its performance times. Previously scheduled for 5:10 p.m. and 6:25 p.m., the cavalcade will move to earlier times in the day, with performances at 10:30 a.m. and 11:45 a.m. These changes are set to remain in effect through at least May 4.

Impact on Visitors

Visitors planning to experience the Festival of Fantasy Parade or the Disney Adventure Friends Cavalcade during their visit to the Magic Kingdom should take note of these schedule changes. Adjusting your itinerary to accommodate the new showtimes will ensure you don’t miss out on these performances.

If you’d like to get instructions with screenshots that explain exactly how to check Disney World showtimes and park hours with the My Disney Experience app, you can check out our guide here: How To Check Disney World Showtimes And Park Hours On The My Disney Experience App.

Conclusion

As the Magic Kingdom adjusts its entertainment offerings for the spring season, visitors should prepare for changes to the Festival of Fantasy Parade and Disney Adventure Friends Cavalcade schedules. These alterations reflect the park’s ongoing efforts to optimize guest experiences amid varying crowd levels. By planning ahead and staying updated on the latest schedule information, you can ensure a magical and memorable visit to the Magic Kingdom.

As always, stay tuned to the DVC Shop blog to get all the latest developments from inside the Disney parks and around the Disney Vacation Club resorts!

Written by

Rachel Van Norman


Contributing Writer

Rachel fell deeply in love with all things Disney as a little girl. Now as a wife and a mother herself, she shares this Disney obsession with her son and everyone around her. From her love of princesses to eating all the Disney food, Rachel spends her time radiating Disney magic and keeping everyone up to date on Disney news.

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