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PHOTOS: The Disney World Halloween parade ends in chaos as float derails

PHOTOS: The Disney World Halloween parade ends in chaos as float derails


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Guests were quite confused when an unexpected incident created a chain of unfortunate events during Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party.

Halloween Party

Credit: Maggie

After two long years, Walt Disney World announced that Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party is finally returning. Guests are invited to “Let’s Boo This!” Guests can enjoy parades, stage shows, special fireworks, character meets, trick-or-treating, and SO much more.

You can see the dates and pricing for 2022 HERE and what new updates will take place HERE. Be sure to check out the full foodie guide and the dessert party for Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween Party.  

You can check out the full party map HERE and see all of the great merchandise HERE. If weather affects your party be sure to check out your options HERE. Be sure to check out these fun hidden characters and also see which of our favorite characters are missing this year.

Be sure to read tips for when to arrive and also a review for a sold-out party.

Unexpected Incident

Credit: Maggie

One of the best entertainment offerings is Mickey’s “Boo-To-You Parade.” Guests can enjoy this parade at both 9:15 pm and also at 11:15 pm (weather permitting.) This parade begins in Frontierland and can be enjoyed throughout Frontierland and Liberty Square, around the Castle Hub, and down Main Street, USA.

During the 9:15 pm parade, guests viewing the parade in Frontierland noticed that the pirate ship captained by the infamous Captain Jack went into unchartered waters last night. Jose Castillo shared this image on Twitter.

Guests attending the parade noticed that the pirate ship abruptly stopped near Liberty Square. This ship had to be removed so the remaining floats and performers could continue with the parade. Those in attendance shared that guests viewing this parade around the Castle Hub and down Main Street noticed that something was different.

Guests attending the parade noticed that the pirate ship abruptly stopped near Liberty Square. This ship had to be removed so the remaining floats and performers could continue with the parade.

The parade floats arrived with large gaps of time in between them. This was no doubt disappointing for guests viewing this first parade. Luckily, a second parade could be enjoyed at 11:15 pm. At 11:15 pm, the pirate ship was missing, but all characters walked along the parade route.

Credit: KtP

They walked in front of Tink as she sat atop her golden treasure chest. At this time, it is unclear if the pirate ship will be operational for the next Mickey’s Not So Scary Halloween party. We are thankful that the second parade was less eventful, but this was no doubt disappointing for those attending the first parade.

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Patrick Piteo

Saturday 27th of August 2022

We were at Main Street and wondering what happened as the last float did about 20 mph down the street

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