Walt Disney World has released an exciting new point-of-view video of the Disney Starlight Parade, offering fans their first official glimpse of the new nighttime parade. The POV, captured during an overnight rehearsal, showcases the magic of Disney Starlight: Dream the Night Away in stunning detail.
Interestingly, Disney chose to release this video on YouTube rather than Disney+, where many of Disneyland’s 70th anniversary POVs premiered earlier this year. It’s a curious move that highlights the importance of YouTube as a platform for immediate fan engagement and wide accessibility.
A Night of Dreams and Wishes
The new parade invites guests of all ages to dream big and celebrate the power of a wish under the stars. Fans will see beloved Disney characters brought to life on illuminated floats and through breathtaking performances. Among the highlights are appearances by:
- The Blue Fairy leading the way.
- Peter Pan and Wendy soaring through the night.
- La Familia Madrigal — Mirabel, Isabela, and Bruno — representing Encanto.
- Elsa, Aurora and Prince Phillip, and Tiana and Prince Naveen bringing fairytales to life.
- Belle and the Beast, Cinderella and Prince Charming, and Miguel with Pepita from Coco.
- Moana with Pua, plus the classic Disney crew — Mickey, Minnie, Goofy, Pluto, Donald, and Daisy.
- Snow White with Dopey, Rapunzel and Flynn Rider, and Aladdin with Jasmine.
The Impact of This Release
For fans unable to attend the debut in person, this YouTube POV offers an up-close experience that captures the parade’s grandeur. From dazzling lighting effects to musical arrangements, Disney Starlight already feels destined to become a nighttime favorite.
Most interesting to me is the decision to spotlight this release on YouTube vs Disney+. If you recall, Disney released 17 ride POV videos from Disneyland on July 17, 2025, in celebration of Disneyland’s 70th anniversary. Here’s hoping for more official POVs from Disneyland, including Muppet Vision !
