Brand New Disney Cruise Line Float to Set Sail in the 98th Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade®

CELEBRATION, Fla., Oct. 15, 2024 – Disney Cruise Line will debut a brand-new float during the 98^th Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade® on Thursday, November 28. The enchanting float, “Magic Meets the Seas,” will celebrate the continued expansion of the Disney Cruise Line fleet, while delighting Parade viewers with a specially choreographed performance starring beloved Disney characters.

“Disney Cruise Line is excited to continue our partnership with the team at Macy’s to sprinkle some extra pixie dust this holiday season with our brand-new float design” said Denise Case, Director of Entertainment Creative for Disney Live Entertainment. “The magic of the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade provides the perfect opportunity for us to collaborate and bring our special Disney magic to life through our one-of-a-kind entertainment that will fill the streets of New York City with enchantment!”

“Magic Meets the Seas” features the bows of eight Disney Cruise Line ships, with the focal point being the Disney Treasure, which will set sail on its maiden voyage on December 21^st. The float embodies the growing fleet, including the five ships currently sailing and the three set to debut this year and next.

During the Parade, the magical float will bring beloved Disney Animation, Pixar, and Marvel characters to the streets of New York City. Captain Mickey Mouse and Captain Minnie Mouse will lead the way atop the float and will be joined by Disney pals representing the experiences and spaces onboard the Disney Treasure, including Pixar Animation Studios’ “Coco” and Walt Disney Animation Studios’ “Moana” and “Beauty and the Beast.” Songs from these beloved stories will accompany the magical float, culminating in a confetti-filled finale set to the Disney Treasure’s anthem, “Live the Adventure,” for Parade viewers both in-person and at home to enjoy.

“We’re delighted to have Disney Cruise Line returning for its fourth appearance in the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade with the enchanting ‘Magic Meets the Seas’ float! This year’s design is sure to captivate fans nationwide with its stunning and incredible artistry,” said Jordan Dabby, producer of the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade. “Captain Mickey Mouse and Captain Minnie Mouse will be at the helm of this magical float, joined by all our favorite Disney and Pixar characters who will bring the Thanksgiving spirit to life with song and dance along the Parade Route.”

“Magic Meets the Seas” highlights the continued unprecedented growth of Disney Cruise Line, which recently announced that the fleet will expand to 13 ships by 2031. Check out our latest article on Disney Parks Blog to learn more about “Magic Meets the Seas” and the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade.

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