Disney has this innate ability to make us all feel like kids again. It’s where nostalgia comes alive, the characters feel like best friends, and the lessons our favorite cartoon shows taught us come into our consciousness again through the new characters. But the characters we grew up with still hold a very special place in our hearts. And when Disney on Ice comes to town every year, we get to celebrate once again, for along with the Christmas spirit, there will be the sparkle and magic of Disney. Goofy and Donald Duck will be starting the fun off with a Holiday sing-along with a preshow that’s included in your ticket.
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Mickey and his friends will be leading the show as the DJ, rocking old Disney tunes with fun remixes.
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Frozen characters: Anna, Elsa, Kristoff, and Olaf will be taking journeys to their respective destinations, and we will be there right alongside them, watching it all happen live. The snow shall fall, the dramatic scenes shall make us feel so many emotions, and at the end, a happy ending as is expected from Disney. Many things can change, but Disney taking us on a beautiful hero’s journey from start to struggle to a beautiful, happy ending is one of the main reasons for Disney being so loved by people from all around the world.
Newer characters such as Stitch will also be taking the stage as the DJ and will surely having us all laughing in stitches. Costumes are welcome for kids under 14, so if you have a younger sibling or your kid, this is perfect for them. I think it’s so important for kids to look at cartoon characters they love, embody the positive qualities and lessons they learn from them, and get a chance to actually get into that costume, that outfit, to see that they are also capable of greatness.
I think it’s equally important for us to experience that childlike wonder, that little chance to breathe and let go, to just focus on stories that made us so happy when we were younger. And Disney on Ice doesn’t leave one chance to make sure we get that experience.
Some things that make this experience so worth it:
There will be giant inflatable ornaments as you sing along to holiday songs during the preshow. You are able to buy numerous gifts from the shop, like Mickey Mouse ears, Moana-themed clothing, Anna accessories, and so much more.
The show goes on for about 2 hours, with gymnasts performing stunts live, special effects like fog, and snow.
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You are able to purchase a character meet and greet before specific shows.
If you end up loving the show so much that you wish to be a part of it, you can apply online here. You need to be a professional ice skater to apply.
Tickets start from only about 40 dollars, with some days having multiple shows, so lots of opportunities for you to go see one.
It’s an experience where grandparents, parents, teenagers, couples, and friends will enjoy equally. Magic doesn’t differentiate; it immerses us in another world altogether.
Vancouver shall shine differently when Disney comes to town, just pure, silly, beautiful magic.