Disney Cruise Line’s “Magic Meets the Seas” float will return to the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade on November 26 with Captain Mickey Mouse, Captain Minnie Mouse and First Mate Goofy leading the crew.
Disney revealed the character and performance lineup Thursday. Mickey, Minnie and Goofy will wear glittering officer ensembles aboard the returning float.
Elsa and Queen Anna, Woody and Buzz Lightyear, Stitch, Mirabel and Spider-Man will also appear. Disney said several of its royal couples are part of the lineup without naming them.
Disney Cruise Line is sailing into Thanksgiving morning ✨ A preview of the float coming to Macy's Thanksgiving Parade 🚢
— Disney Parks () November 12, 2026
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“Shimmering Seas” performance planned
Performers will join the float with ocean-inspired choreography set to a rendition of the Disney Cruise Line song “Shimmering Seas.” The float previously appeared in the parade in 2024, making this its second trip down the route.
The parade begins at 8:30 a.m. in all time zones on NBC, Peacock and Telemundo, according to Disney.
Source: Disney Parks Blog’s November 12 parade update.