Disney World is FULL of experiences — each one more exciting than the last. And, while we love all the rides and all the food (we are the Disney FOOD Blog, after all), we can’t get enough of the world-class entertainment at Disney World, either.

From character meet-and-greets to incredible theatrical shows and more, Disney World entertainment is top-notch. But, we know we can’t be the only ones who have had some seriously frustrating experiences when it comes to the Magic Kingdom parade!

Don’t get us wrong — the Festival of Fantasy Parade in Magic Kingdom is seriously incredible. We love watching all the characters on the floats as they dance and sing iconic Disney tunes along with the incredible dancers and other performers. But, we’ve had more than one frustrating parade experience in Disney World and we know we’re not the only ones!

How many times have you staked out your spot for the parade and found the PERFECT place…only to have someone stand directly in front of you and ruin your view?! We know, we know, there’s only so much room for everyone to stand and view the parade, but if it’s at all avoidable — try NOT to stand directly in front of people. This is especially true for kiddos and those with lower vantage points who might not be able to peer over someone’s head and shoulders. Not only that, but please BE KIND to others around you who are there to enjoy the same experiences as you!

Along the same lines, kiddos on shoulders are pretty much GUARANTEED to block someone else’s view, unless you’re absolutely certain no one is standing behind you. This is why we recommend scoping out a spot for the parade early — so little ones have a front-row seat and are able to see things without needing an extra boost. Luckily, most of the action in the Festival of Fantasy Parade takes place high up on those big floats, so even the tiniest of toddlers will be able to view most of the good stuff.

And DON’T even get us started on how many times we’ve lost track of the time, only to realize we can’t get from Point A to Point B because the parade is happening and blocking our path! The Festival of Fantasy Parade starts back in Frontierland, travels through Liberty Square, and then makes its way around the castle hub and down Main Street, U.S.A. During this time, much of the park is blocked off for parade traffic — meaning you might get stuck on one side, unable to get to the other.

While this can be particularly frustrating — especially if you’ve got a dining or Lightning Lane reservation to get to — the parade typically only lasts around 12 minutes, so you won’t be waiting for long. And, if you do end up being late to a reservation, explain your situation to a Cast Member. Most of the time they’ll understand!

Don’t get us wrong, we LOVE the Festival of Fantasy Parade, just keep these frustrating problems in mind so you know what to expect on your next trip!

In the meantime, we’ll be on the lookout for the latest updates from Disney World. Don’t forget to stay tuned to the Disney Food Blog for more news!

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