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Disney’s Paint the Night Parade Crashes and Breaks – Watch the Moment It Went Wrong!

During a recent performance of Disneyland Resort’s newly revived Paint the Night parade, a rare incident occurred when a large moving prop was accidentally dropped, resulting in it breaking and losing its light-up capabilities. This mishap took place in the midst of the parade, a highly anticipated event known for its vibrant LED displays and iconic Disney characters.

Paint the Night Parade
Credit: D23

A Breakdown at Disney’s Paint the Night

The Paint the Night parade, which made its return as part of Disneyland’s 70th anniversary celebration, features a range of elaborate floats and Disney characters, with Tinker Bell leading the way in the opening unit. The parade’s float boasts over 850,000 points of light, paying tribute to the beloved Main Street Electrical Parade.

This unfortunate incident highlights the challenges of performing with such complex props during live parades. The mishap occurred when the performer dropped the prop, causing it to malfunction. In a TikTok video of the incident, workers can be seen assessing the area before continuing the parade, likely checking for any broken pieces on the route.

This is not the first issue that this parade has had since reopening at Disneyland Resort this year. TikTok videos have also gone viral, showing both Tinker Belle and Donald Duck dropping their props into the parade route as well. As with any new show, some kinks need to be worked out.

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The Show Goes On at Disneyland Resort

Despite this momentary glitch, the Paint the Night parade remains a crowd favorite. Disneyland’s ability to resolve such issues quickly means that guests can still enjoy the mesmerizing lights and performances that have made this parade a highlight of the park’s 70th-anniversary celebrations.

Experience the enchanting Disneyland Parades with a colorful procession of illuminated floats featuring beloved characters, including a large glowing dog and cowboy figure, all set against a brilliantly lit castle at night. Crowds gather along the streets to witness this vibrant spectacle.
Credit: Disney

For those planning to attend, it’s a good idea to arrive early to secure the best viewing spots, as the parade continues to attract large crowds. With this minor setback, Paint the Night is still one of the most dazzling attractions in Disneyland’s lineup.

Eva Miller

Eva was born and raised in the beautiful state of Oregon but has since relocated and lives in New York City. Since she was young, Eva has loved to perform in musicals, especially Disney ones! Through performing, Disney’s music became the soundtrack of her childhood. Today, Eva loves to write about all the exciting happenings for the Walt Disney Company. In her free time, Eva loves to travel, spend time in nature, and go to Broadway shows. Her favorite Disney movie is 'Lilo and Stitch,' and her favorite Park is Disney's Animal Kingdom.

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