enjoy a trip to Disney Land Paris it is pure magic. It does not matter if you go with friends or family, it is a wonderful destination with many surprises. This year the park celebrates its 30th anniversary, and not only has it inaugurated a new hotel, it also has many new features to celebrate it.
One of them is the shows, which although they are always present, for this anniversary they have new extra content. shows, musicals, cavalcades… and best of all, the great night show, a great display of lights, projections and fireworks that leave all attendees speechless.
All of them are wonderful, but in this article we are going to order them from best to worst by most impressive and by their staging. And a detail to take into account, in all of them it is recommended get a seat about 20 minutes in advance.
Disney Illuminations
The most wonderful show in the park is Disney Illuminations, who now joins Disney D Light, which we will talk about next. As night falls, Sleeping Beauty Castle (looking more beautiful than ever after its 12-month restoration) lights up for a magical show. On it you can enjoy amazing projections of different Disney movies, with very special music and dazzling fireworks. Everything can be seen from Central Plaza.
Disney D Light
Disney D Light joins Disney Illuminations, a limited-time show, specially created for the park’s 30th anniversary. This new Show combines video projections, plays of light and water, fog, laser beams, nods to the most mythical Disney songs… to finish with an unforgettable aerial drone choreography over Sleeping Beauty Castle.
This drone choreography (the first time they have been used in a Disney Resort), designed with the help of the experts of Dronisos (Bordeaux-based official technology provider) will provide an unforgettable closure to a day full of emotions and adventures. Synchronized drones form a “30” in the sky over Sleeping Beauty’s Castle, as the new 30th Anniversary song plays in the background, A world that shines. This new song was recorded with a 60-piece symphony orchestra at London’s famous Abbey Road Studios.
Dream…and Shine Brighter!
One of the classics of Disneyland Paris is its famous cavalcade, a show that has been renewed to celebrate its 30th anniversary. Visitors can enjoy this parade of floats several times a day in the Central Plaza. Dream…and Shine Brighter! It takes place right in front of the Castle.
Dream…and Shine Brighter! revolves around three main themes: Smile more than ever, open your heart and believe in your dreams. More than 30 dancers and Disney Characters, colorful new floats, two new songs and a fun mix of 20 Disney songs make for an unforgettable show. The new floats have a very modern style with abstract shapes and iridescent and transparent materials that light up in the sunlight and make the show even more special.
This daytime show is a unique opportunity for guests to see Mickey, Minnie, Donald, Daisy and their friends in their new iridescent costumes created especially for the 30th Anniversary. There will also be no lack of other characters such as the Genius of aladdinRapunzel’s entangled or Woody’s toy story.
The Lion King: Rhythms of the Pride Lands
The Lion King: Rhythms of the Pride Lands It is one of the most beautiful shows. A cast of dancers, acrobats and singers brings you all the magic and music of this Disney animated classic where you can relive the most emblematic moments of the film The Lion King.
Mickey and the Magicians
In Mickey and the Magicians Incredible illusions are brought to life by spellbinding special effects: the Genie, Rafiki, Elsa, Lumiere and the Fairy Godmother show Mickey that true magic knows no bounds, especially if you have ‘faith, imagination and love in the heart’.
Disney Junior Dream Factory
How are dreams made? Find out in Disney Junior Dream Factory from the hand of your favorite Disney characters and the workers of the dream factory in this fun show suitable for the whole family. Mickey and Minnie need help to make these very special machines work, so both the people who come to see this show and some very special Disney characters have to resort to the magic of songs to make them work.
Disney Stars on Parade
Magic floats in the air when the pretty cavalcade Disney Stars on Parade walk through the park. Another one of the classics. Immerse yourself in Disney stories with its iconic characters, in their colorful and cheerful floats, parading to the sound of magical songs.
Frozen: A Musical Invitation
Wonderful ride inspired by the movie Frozen. Along the way you’ll join Sven and Kristoff in their rendition of the classic Reindeer Better Than Humans, then learn Anna’s magical dance moves to surprise Elsa in her Ice Palace with a joyous version of Let It Go. You’ll even get to see Olaf in this heartwarming adventure for the whole family. This show is very popular in the park and places are limited.
Mickey’s PhilharMagic
Mickey’s best friend, Donald Duck, has prepared Mickey’s PhilharMagic, a surprise show that will immerse you in the most unforgettable songs and stories of Disney. Get carried away by the magic of this 4D animation with lots of adorable Disney characters. Perfect for the whole family.
Stitch Live!
In this Show You will be able to talk and sing together with the most endearing little blue bug, in the most magical alien encounter. The little ones are going to experience a different satellite connection with magical computer tricks that can be enjoyed in real time on Disney Stitch Live!
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