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Is Disney Parks Magical Christmas Day Parade coming back?

Disney Parks Magical Christmas Day Parade (1983–present) — children · music on ABC

The answer: Yes — returns December 25, 2026. Next episode · S2026E01 · "Disney Parks Magical Christmas Day Parade" · on ABC
Disney Parks Magical Christmas Day Parade poster
Genre
Children · Music
Network / streamer
ABC
Premiered
December 25, 1983
Runtime
~120 min per episode
17seasons
18episodes
1upcoming

About Disney Parks Magical Christmas Day Parade

The Disney Parks Magical Christmas Day Parade is currently between seasons. The most recent episode aired on December 25, 2025, on ABC.

This special has been a holiday tradition since its debut in 1983, with a new episode typically airing every December 25. It features performances, appearances, and festivities from Disney theme parks, celebrating Christmas with live entertainment and celebrity guests. The show has been a staple of holiday programming, showcasing a mix of music, dance, and holiday cheer.

The parade has featured hosts such as Julianne Hough, Derek Hough, Alfonso Ribeiro, Ginnifer Goodwin, and co-hosts Mickey Guyton and Jesse Palmer. The runtime for each episode is approximately 120 minutes. The show is categorized under Children and Music genres, emphasizing family-friendly holiday entertainment.

Disney Parks Magical Christmas Day Parade episode schedule

1 upcoming · 17 aired . Next episode: December 25, 2026.

Upcoming · 1

DateEp.Title
December 25, 2026 S2026·E1 Disney Parks Magical Christmas Day Parade

Aired · 17

DateEp.Title
December 25, 2025 S2025·E1 Disney Parks Magical Christmas Day Parade
December 25, 2024 S2024·E1 Disney Parks Magical Christmas Day Parade 2024
December 25, 2023 S2023·E1 40th Anniversary Disney Parks Magical Christmas Day Parade
December 25, 2022 S2022·E1 Disney Parks Magical Christmas Day Parade 2022
December 25, 2021 S2021·E1 Disney Parks Magical Christmas Day Parade 2021
December 25, 2020 S2020·E1 Disney Parks Magical Christmas Day Celebration 2020
December 25, 2019 S2019·E1 Disney Parks Magical Christmas Day Parade 2019
December 25, 2018 S2018·E1 Disney Parks Magical Christmas Day Parade 2018
December 25, 2017 S2017·E1 2017 Disney Parks Magical Christmas Celebration
December 25, 2016 S2016·E1 2016 Disney Parks Magical Christmas Celebration
December 25, 2015 S2015·E1 2015 Disney Parks Unforgettable Christmas Celebration & Parade
December 25, 2014 S2014·E1 2014 Frozen Christmas Celebration
December 25, 2013 S2013·E1 2013 Parade
December 25, 2012 S2012·E1 2012 Parade
December 25, 2011 S2011·E1 2011 Parade
December 25, 2010 S2010·E1 2010 Parade
December 25, 1983 S1983·E1 1983 Parade

Disney Parks Magical Christmas Day Parade cast

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