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Disneyland Paris unveils iconic and immersive nighttime spectacular starting january 10 2025, and announces its first-ever Disney Music Festival, from april 19 to september 7 2025.
Disneyland Paris unveils ‘Disney Tales of Magic’, a new nighttime spectacular that will transport visitors into the most enchanting Walt Disney Animation Studios and Pixar Animation Studios stories, delivering an emotionally moving experience. Since Disney Dreams ®! and Disney Illuminations, these evening performances have become iconic entertainment, creating must-see moments for guests. Staying true to its artistic expertise, Disneyland Paris pushes the boundaries of innovation and creativity by incorporating, for the very first time at this park, Main Street, U.S.A. at the heart of the stage. With this new creation, Disneyland Paris blends storytelling and cutting-edge technology to offer a truly magical and connective experience.
‘DISNEY TALES OF MAGIC’: AN INNOVATIVE AND IMMERSIVE NIGHTTIME SPECTACULAR AT THE HEART OF DISNEYLAND PARIS
Starting January 10, 2025, Disneyland Paris unveil an innovative new spectacular, leveraging its unique expertise to immerse guests into a truly unique sensory journey through some of the most beloved stories from Disney Animation and Pixar. With “Disney Tales of Magic”, guests experience a thrilling and emotional story asMain Street, U.S.A. seamlessly integrates into the show’s staging, blending harmoniously with the breathtaking projections on Sleeping Beauty Castle. Through 20 super bright high-definition LED video projectors cleverly hidden along Main Street, U.S.A the space will be transformed into an enchanting setting at times becoming a grand ballroom where Cinderella and Prince Charming waltz under the stars, a colorful Colombian village brought to life by the magic of the Madrigal family, rows of vibrant emotion-filled memory spheres inside Riley’s mind, and many more iconic Disney Animation and Pixar worlds.
This 20-minute nighttime show will combine pyrotechnics, fountain displays, and cutting-edge technology to create an experience that includes 60 brand new ultra powerful lighting fixtures, 15 ultra-bright lasers, an all-new architectural LED lighting package, the iconic Star Flash strobes, as well as a new immersive audio system. Not to mention the drones, operated by the resort’s official technology provider Dronisos, which will form 3D figures in the sky above the castle creating a unique visual experience at Disneyland Paris. “Disney Tales of Magic” will redefine the magic of Disney and Pixar storytelling through a one-of-a-kind technological display. This complex show programming required over 17,500 hours of work, leveraging the most advanced 3D technologies. To achieve this unprecedented projection quality, Disneyland Paris teams have enlisted the expertise of London-based NorthHouse, to help bring the show’s immersive visual experiences to life with a new level of artistry and innovation.
“At Disneyland Paris, we’ve always strived to push the boundaries of what’s possible in nighttime entertainment, and Disney Tales of Magic takes that vision even further. Our teams have crafted something truly magical, an experience that will captivate and inspire guests for years to come. Building on our legacy of innovation, creativity, and storytelling, we’re excited for this show to become a lasting part of the story of Disneyland Park” said Natacha Rafalski, Présidente of Disneyland Paris.
AN EMOTIONAL JOURNEY CELEBRATING THE MAGIC WITHIN US ALL
Guests will embark on an emotional journey, experiencing a multitude of Disney Animation stories such as Pinocchio, Cinderella, Beauty and the Beast, The Lion King, Lilo & Stitch and Encanto and Pixar films including Coco, Inside Out, Toy Story and WALL-E.
This show will celebrate the magic within each of us, evoking universal emotions tied to pursuing dreams, embarking on new adventures with friends, love, memories of loved ones, and the feeling of belonging to a group, a clan or simply a family. Driven by a powerful, intergenerational story, it will encourage everyone to relive the magical, unforgettable moments that have marked their lives.
AN EXCLUSIVE SOUNDTRACK CAPTURING THE ESSENCE OF DISNEY MAGIC
Featuring over 20 custom arrangements of iconic tracks from Disney Animation and Pixar films, the show’s soundtrack composed exclusively for this production, will stir cherished memories while reinventing the classics in a fresh, vibrant style. At the heart of this soundtrack is Live in Magic, an original song performed in both French and English by the talented Noémie Legrand, accompanied by a 100-piece orchestra recorded at the legendary Air Studios in London. Composed by Noémie Legrand, Tony Ferrari, and Lucky West, Live in Magic promises to deliver a truly moving experience for all.
Did you know? This is only the fourth nighttime show of its kind to debut at Disneyland Paris since its opening. Disney Dreams! was the first in 2012, raising the bar on what a nighttime castle show could be, leading to the development of increasingly spectacular shows at Disney parks around the world. These shows continue to receive awards for their creativity, with the Disney Electrical Sky Parade recently named European Top New Attraction 2024 by Parksmania Awards.
SPRING WILL COME ALIVE WITH MUSIC AS DISNEYLAND PARIS LAUNCHES ITS FIRST-EVER DISNEY MUSIC FESTIVAL
Beginning April 19, 2025, Disneyland Paris will celebrate the magic of music with its first-ever Disney Music Festival, running through September 7, 2025. This festival will enhance guests’ experiences throughout their day at Disneyland Park, offering unforgettable musical moments. All across the Park, venues will come alive with melodies, concerts, and shows that reflect the rich, diverse musical worlds of Disney and Pixar.
From a pop/rock concert featuring Disney’s greatest hits to Minnie Mouse’s parade with her marching band, and the sunny melodies of Moana, visitors will be immersed in a lively, festive atmosphere. With live performances by singers interpreting both beloved classics and contemporary hits from Disney Animation and Pixar animated films, this musical event will have every generation singing and dancing along.
Some experiences, shows or events may not be available or may be modified without notice.