DLRP Review

Reviews

1. A great parade to end the day. You can see the floats clearly from most places, and when the lights on Main Street go out it really is magical. I must confess, however, that I preferred the Main Street electrical Parade a couple of years ago. This hits the spot nonetheless.

   By smm2fan on 18th December 2009

2. The most magical of the Disney parades.The atmosphere watching this parade is amazing and it is even better when it is a nice night as when it rains they cut out the show stops as I did once when I saw it in 2006.

   Out of all the parades during the summer and winter, this parade is a must see show and it is great for everyone.

   Some advice – get a good seat about an hour before the parade if you don’t want to be disappointed especially if you have younger children so they can see the parade in all its glory and magic.

   By Emma1204 on 15th October 2009

3. I think this parade is fantastic! So beautiful, magical and breathtaking! You stand watching it, wondering how on earth they managed to do it (Disney). Even when you watch this parade many times you will still feel the magic that it creates! If you are in the parks during the summer season or Christmas season this is a must!

   By Aveen2009 on 22nd August 2009

4. It is so magical, a splendid parade, I love it.

   By Louis59 on 15th February 2009

5. This was the most magical thing ever. I think I had tears in my eyes at some points watching my daughter’s face as it came past.

   By ashleywils on 20th August 2008

6. I was determined to get to Disney in peak season to see this parade and i was not disappointed. It was breathtaking and well worth waiting for 50minutes to ensure a good place in the crowd.

   The only negative aspect was people turning up at the last minute and trying to push to the front, which does get rather annoying.

   Seeing the Parade with all the lights was a dream come true, and something id imagined since wanting to see a Disney parade as a child.

   By loulou123 on 30th July 2008

7. Beautiful, amazing, and magical !

   When Tinkerbell lights up Fantasyland and Main Street (this is even more wonderful at Christmas Season !) along with Mickey, when Maleficent turns into a dragon and make the fire alive, when Aladdin and Jasmine fly over Agrabah and when Goofy and Co. dance and make the night into light, you’ll be able to wait that 40 minutes before Fantillusion begins.

   Have dinner at 8:45 PM, and stay in Main Street.

   On Summer, Fantillusion is followed by fireworks (for the Summer 2008, it’s followed by the Candlebration, which introduced the Enchanted Fireworks).

   On Christmas Season (November-December and Christmas Holiday), the Disney’s Once Upon Parade is followed one hour later ou two hours later (see the Program Guide) which is followed by the Enchanted Candleabration/Enchanted Fairytale Ceremony one hour later, which is followed (gosh, you didn’t even have time for attractions !) by Fantillusion.

   By Timoram on 29th July 2008

8. Fantillusion really lives up to its name with its fabulous lights and music and characters in their glittering and lit up outfits. The showstops are truly magical aswell with special individual recordings and music for each float/section.

   By Tinkerfly2008 on 20th July 2008

9. This was very good- all the lights are pretty, but I must say, I do prefer the old Main Street Electrical Parade, with its old music better…

   By alice on 16th June 2008

10. This parade is fabulous and a must see! If you have toddlers, and are staying at the park I would recommend taking a breather or early dinner before going back to the park for the parade as getting out afterwards can take some time if you have reservations to get to. Try to see the parade on Central Plaza or Main Street near the plaza as further along the route towards City Hall the floats can get separated with people leaving the park, as they are allowed to cross the route at intervals which can interrupt the ‘flow’ a little. Fantillusion is a memorable Disney experience and much recommended.

    By cowgirljessie on 22nd March 2008

11. I was a little disappointed in this parade, I found the performers were too tired to dance and were just content on strutting down Main Street as fast as they could to get out of the cold. The lights were great and having something like this to sparkle down Main Street is a great idea, just not in Winter.

    By evilfest on 25th February 2008

12. We were lucky enough to be at DLRP on a weekend in November 07 and watched Fantillusion twice. I last saw it in 2004 and it hasn’t lost any of it’s WOW factor, a truly fabulous parade – Disney at it’s best !!!

    By Maleficent-Mum on 15th February 2008

13. WOW, what a bright fun parade, yes i no its not as advanced as the “once upon dream parade” however it seems much more magical as it is in the dark and the glittering lights make it that bit more breathtaking. I recommend to stand right at the start of main street as thats where
    Mickey, Maleficent, and Usular stop. Fantastically done and beautifully synchronized.

    By chip n dale chum on 25th January 2008

14. Fab! Beautiful floats and a wonderful song, really something to see.

    Look out for the flower float with the 3 fairies from Sleeping beauty on, really pretty. Best to get a place down by the castle as the floats stop and some wicked things happen. In the summer it is on late, so be prepared for a long day, or go to the park later in the day and spend some time in you hotel.

    A must do if its on, show doesn’t run all year so check times before you go.

    By iwerksdisney on 7th January 2008

15. One word : WOW.

    This parade is truly amazing, god knows how many lights are on those floats!! It is a fabulous parade, it makes you feel all happy inside, ends a wonderful trip to Disney.

    By MinnieWishes on 3rd January 2008

16. Hadn’t expected to see this as I have a three year old son, but took advantage of the fact he had had an afternoon nap and strolled back into the park at 8.20pm and found a space around the Town Square very easily so decided to stick around and watch the show. Actually much better than I had expected despite the many positive reviews and pleased we stuck around. Great build up with all the lights going out just before the floats arrive adding to the antcipation, excellent float design and accompanying music combined with reduced crowds make this a parade you should not miss. 9/10

    By Northerngod on 18th December 2007

17. Slightly short and without the slickness of OUADP, the effect of the lights though and I think the fact that the characters on board are slightly closer to the audience and can interact a bit more make it a great parade for young and old.

    By kevinaiden on 14th December 2007

18. Wow! What can I say. This was fab! Lights, music, dancing and characters. I had tears in my eyes. Disney really do push out all the stops to make your visit memorable. Thanks Disney!!

    By lisseyloo on 4th December 2007

19. For me, Disney’s Fantillusion Parade is the best of all Disney “attractions”. It truly is a magical event for the whole family. It’s colors, it’s music and it’s enchanting transformations make Fantillusion so perfect.

    The only drawback is, that on the way from Tokyo to Paris, some floats were lost. And the technique, especially of Ursula’s float seems a bit outdated, now we have the new Once upon a dream Parade.

    Nevertheless, Fantillusion definitively earned 10 Stars out of 10. Go and see it! If you already did it, go again!

    By Wuzefelix on 30th November 2007

20. The Parade – Excellent !!!

    But boo to Disney for cutting it down to weekends-only up to a certain date. When I booked our trip back in September I was told Fantillusion would be on every night but arrived to find out the only night we would catch it would be Sunday. Daughter not impressed :-(

    By Peter Pan on 30th November 2007

21. The colour, the lights.. this ends a perfect day in the parks. You should do this once, twice in fact every day you’re there. The music is catchy and the whole parade will stay in your head whilst you’re there.

    By doddy13 on 18th November 2007

22. Incredible, amazing, fabulous… beautiful ! Adjectives cannot describe this wonderful night parade.

    By timoram26 on 14th November 2007

23. The amazing Night parade… Disney’s Fantillusion! The best night parade in the world! When watching it, listening to the music… JUST AMAZING! I can’t wait to see it again one day…

    Keep It Up!

    By Donald-Duck-Malta on 8th November 2007

24. THE BEST!!! The tune will always be with you throughout your whole say at DLRP its so catchy, the parade it soo good. The lights on the floats go in time with the music and the dancing is great as well.

    By Its_Like_I_Dreamed_It on 3rd November 2007

25. I love this parade. Even though the song has no words, the tune stays in my head everytime I see the parade. This is spectacular and you must see it. The fight between good and evil is easy to see and i love it.

    By disneybabygirl92 on 25th October 2007

26. WOW. Do this at least once. The atmosphere, lighting and music makes it incredible. There is a real feeling of ‘magic’ about this. Make sure you stand up near the castle to see this show as there is a bit of a ’storyline’ to it and you will miss it all unless you’re near there. Get here really early to guarantee the best place.

    By Martha86 on 20th September 2007

27. GREAT parade!!!
    I absolutely love the atmosphere Disney creates with their nighttime parades. I’m rating this one 9/10.
    The only reason I’m not giving this one a 10 is that I loved the main street electrical parade song so much and miss it every day I’m at DLP ;)

    By speedpacket on 10th September 2007

28. Yeah the Fantillusion parade!
    It is a great parade…
    I’m in love with the music of it.
    The music is fantastic, and together with the lights it’s like I’m dreaming with my eyes open.
    If you go to Disneyland make sure you don’t miss this parade!
    My Score: 10/10

    By erwindeswijzen on 10th September 2007