For generations, the Disney Parks Magical Christmas Day Parade has been more than just a show. It’s a holiday tradition for families across the country.
From cozy living rooms to festive gatherings, millions tune in each Christmas morning to experience the magic of Disney, the joy of music, and the wonder of the season. It’s a moment where holiday memories are made, year after year.
This Christmas, we’re stuffing even more tinsel into the holiday with an incredible lineup of performances, breathtaking floats, and beloved Disney characters. Plus, for the first time at Magic Kingdom Park, the Disney Villains we love to loathe are taking over on Christmas morning with their own section of the parade.
Where to see the Disney Parks Magical Christmas Day Parade
The parade airs Christmas morning at 10am EST; 9am CST; 5am MST; 5am PST; on ABC and streams on Disney+, Hulu, and the Disney YouTube channel at 11am EST; 8am PST, so you can celebrate wherever you and your loved ones gather.
If you miss it Christmas morning, you can stream the special through until January 4, 2026.
See these celebrities during the Parade
Disney is to welcome back Alfonso Ribeiro for his second year as host of the Disney Parks Magical Christmas Day Parade. Known for his infectious energy and warm personality, Alfonso brings the perfect mix of fun and holiday cheer to the celebration.
Joining him for the first time is Ginnifer Goodwin, the voice of everyone’s favourite bunny cop in Disney’s Zootopia 2, whose Disney roots and love for storytelling make her an ideal co-host for this magical tradition. And keeping the excitement rolling from the parade route is Maia Kealoha, who stars as Lilo in the Disney live-action film Lilo and Stitch, sharing all the festive moments as our parade correspondent.
42 years of the Disney Parks Magical Christmas Day Parade
The parade first aired in 1983 as a way to bring the enchantment of Disney Parks into homes during the holidays.
