If you’re ready to start partying like summer is already here, you can kick off your long weekend with an all-night celebration at both Disneyland and Walt Disney World tonight, when both parks will stay open until the break of dawn with special performances, movie marathons and appearances by rarely seen characters.
At Orlando’s Walt Disney World, familiar villains like Cruella De Vil, Maleficent and the Big Bad Wolf will be making special appearances throughout the park during the 24-hour celebration. They’ll also join the evening’s “It’s Good to Be Bad” performance.
Throughout the evening, Disney World guests will also be able to dance the night away at Cinderella’s Castle and in Frontierland, followed by a special screening of “The Incredibles” at Tomorrowland.
Over on the West Coast, Disneyland will entertain with a night of fireworks and movie marathons. A new sand sculpture of Olaf from “Frozen” greets guests as they enter Disneyland and California Adventure, and inside, an after-midnight performance of “Mickey’s Soundsational Parade” and all-night dance parties await. Plus, a devious takeover of Fantasy Faire’s Royal Hall by a cast of Disney villains should keep things interesting. After all the excitement, California Adventure will host a special 3 a.m. performance of the popular “World of Color” water show, which features nearly 1,200 dancing fountains and music from a host of Disney favorites.
The “Rock Your Disney Side” celebration kicked off this morning at 6 a.m. and will continue at both parks until 6 a.m. local time Saturday morning.
“Rock Your Disney Side” kicks off a summer of celebration at both Disney parks, where new attractions like Walt Disney World’s Festival of Fantasy Parade and the recently reopened Big Thunder Mountain Railroad at Disneyland will keep guests excited all summer long.
For more information, check out the Disney World and Disneyland websites.
(All images: Walt Disney World)
