The first-ever Disney Music Festival, a live celebration of beloved Disney Animation and Pixar songs brought to life throughout Disneyland Park’s five lands, has officially begun at Disneyland Paris. The festival, which is a part of the resort’s newest entertainment lineup, is part of the admission charge and will only be available until September 7, 2025.
Disney Animation and Pixar characters take center stage at the festival, where they perform alongside a variety of musicians, including percussionists, violinists, and trumpet players, in a lineup that includes over a dozen live concerts and musical encounters, the majority of which are repeated several times during the day. These musicians play anything from modern hits like “Nobody Like U” (from Pixar’s Turning Red) to timeless tunes like “The Bare Necessities” (from Disney Animation’s The Jungle Book). Disneyland Paris is a must-visit location for festivalgoers this summer, as 74% of British families surveyed believe it is the best venue to appreciate Disney music (source: IPSOS).
The creative teams of Disneyland Paris and live musicians, like those from Disney Music Hits Concert, work closely together to create each performance at Disney Music Festival. This ensures that the emotional impact of the timeless classics from Pixar and Disney Animation is fully communicated. “These classic songs have been rearranged, giving guests a new rediscovery through modern soundscapes, thanks to the skill of Disneyland Paris’ music teams,” says Guillaume Coignard, Music Producer.
Disneyland Park is converted into an outdoor concert arena with several designated areas during the Disney Music Festival, showcasing a wide variety of musical genres, including pop, folk, rock, electronic, and classical. Every location beats to the beat of its own distinct ambiance: Miguel’s Fiesta Latina in Frontierland is brought to life by the lively energy of mariachis performing with Miguel; Mary Poppins and the Pearly Band, a London-style jazz orchestra, immerse visitors in the world of Disney’s 1964 film Mary Poppins; and Moana and her Musicians set the scene in Adventureland with upbeat tunes influenced by the Pacific Islands. Rapunzel and Flynn provide a delightful musical experience in Fantasyland, and rock ‘n’ roll enthusiasts might enjoy the Meet Stitch adventure in Discoveryland.
“Viva la Musique” is an original piece that has been recorded thanks to the efforts of the Music Department personnel. To represent the variety of styles and moods of the Disney Music Festival, this iconic song will be transformed into many renditions and used throughout the event, mixing in perfectly with every live performance and musical experience.
Minnie’s Marching Band, a lively musical procession that parades down Main Street, U.S.A., headed by Minnie Mouse and her 12-piece band that includes brass and percussion, is one of the must-see attractions of this extensive and varied roster. Pop and contemporary reimaginings of classic Disney Animation songs, such as “Hakuna Matata” from The Lion King, “Into the Unknown” from Frozen 2, and the iconic song “He’s a Pirate” from the Pirates of the Caribbean movies, are played here as guests groove.
Disney Music Hits Concert, an exuberant pop-rock live performance that lights up the Videopolis Theatre stage, is another noteworthy feature. The performance is hosted by Chip and Dale and includes five vocalists in addition to a six-piece band that includes a drummer, bassist, two guitarists, keyboardist, and saxophonist. From “Friend Like Me” (Disney Animation’s Aladdin) and “You’ll Be in My Heart” (Disney Animation’s Tarzan) to “Nobody like U” (Pixar’s Turning Red) and “Try Everything” (Disney Animation’s Zootopia), they together infuse new life into the greatest classics of Disney Animation and Pixar. An IPSOS study found that 77% of British families had sang or hummed a Disney song at least once in their life, proving that the show’s ability to have the entire audience singing along is no accident.