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2022 Walt Disney World Christmas Day Parade: Disney Wish, Avatar, Tron & Musical Stars

A Coast-to-Coast Christmas Celebration

The 2022 Disney Parks Magical Christmas Day Parade aired Sunday, December 25, 2022, continuing the beloved tradition from Walt Disney World Resort in Florida and Disneyland Resort in California. This year’s celebration included dazzling musical numbers, heartfelt family stories, and exciting previews from across the Disney universe.

2022 Walt Disney World Christmas Day Parade Derek Hough and Julianne Hough – “Officially Christmas”
2022 Walt Disney World Christmas Day Parade Derek Hough and Julianne Hough – “Officially Christmas”

The broadcast featured Freeform’s Trevor Jackson, who delivered a special performance aboard the newest Disney Cruise Line ship—the Disney Wish. Alongside that segment, viewers were treated to a sneak peek at the highly anticipated motion picture, Avatar: The Way of Water, which premiered in theaters on December 16, 2022.

New Attractions and Exciting Reveals

This year’s celebration didn’t just focus on holiday cheer—it spotlighted new innovations and attractions coming soon to the Disney Parks. At Magic Kingdom, we got a thrilling preview of Tron Lightcycle Run, the long-awaited coaster-style ride coming to Tomorrowland.

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2022 Walt Disney World Christmas Day Parade – Tron Light-Cycle Run

Meanwhile, from Disney California Adventure, we took a tour of Avengers Campus, which included a close-up look at Pym Test Kitchen, Web Slingers: A Spider-Man Adventure, and Guardians of the Galaxy – Mission: BREAKOUT!

Star-Studded Performances That Sparkled

Musical magic filled the air with a dynamic lineup of performances across both coasts. Each artist brought their festive flair to the holiday broadcast:

2022 Walt Disney World Christmas Day Parade - Black Eyed Peas – “Carol of the Bells”
2022 Walt Disney World Christmas Day Parade – Black Eyed Peas – “Carol of the Bells”.
  • Chloe Flower – “A Liberace Christmas”
  • David Foster and Katharine McPhee – “Blue Christmas” and “Grown-Up Christmas List”
  • Maren Morris – “When You Wish Upon a Star”
  • Meghan Trainor – “My Kind of Present”
2022 Walt Disney World Christmas Day Parade - Meghan Trainor – “My Kind of Present”
2022 Walt Disney World Christmas Day Parade – Meghan Trainor – “My Kind of Present”.
  • Ne-Yo – “Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer”
  • Il Volo – “Happy Christmas (War Is Over)”
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2022 Walt Disney World Christmas Day Parade – Mickey and Minnie.

From cinematic previews to cruise ship concerts and festive performances across the parks, the 2022 Disney Christmas Parade delivered a magical mix of tradition and innovation. With glimpses of what’s next for Disney and unforgettable holiday tunes, this year’s parade reminded us all why the season is best spent with Disney.

➡️ Revisit every year of Disney holiday magic in the full Disney Christmas Parade archive.

Looking for more nostalgia? Try the Walt Disney World Christmas Day Parades, Happy Easter Parades. 4th of July Spectaculars and the Disney Family Albums.

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