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Dates and live ticket listings appear here as soon as they are on sale. The guide below covers what to know before you buy.
What Disney on Ice Is
Disney on Ice is a family of touring ice shows in which figure skaters play Disney and Pixar characters, produced by Feld Entertainment under an agreement with The Walt Disney Company. Each production runs about 90 minutes to two hours, including a 15 to 20 minute intermission, and plays indoor arenas with the ice laid over the arena floor.
The shows are aimed primarily at children. Rather than telling one long story, most productions string together segments from several films, with Mickey and Minnie Mouse among the characters. Feld tends to feature characters from recent Disney releases alongside older favorites, so the lineup changes as new films arrive. Shows use glitter, paper confetti, bubbles, theatrical fog and strobe lights, which is worth knowing for children sensitive to flashing light.
How the Touring Productions Work
Disney on Ice is not one show but several separate productions touring at the same time, each with its own cast, set and character lineup. A production often stays in a city for several days and plays multiple performances, so you can usually choose between weekday and weekend shows.
- Current titles: as of fall 2026, the official site lists Spotlight Magic!, Jump In!, Find Your Hero, Magic in the Stars and Magic of Family. Titles rotate, so check which production is coming to your city.
- Character lineups: the newest production, Spotlight Magic!, features more than 30 characters, including Stitch, Judy and Nick from Zootopia 2, Mike and Sulley, Rapunzel, Moana, Woody, Buzz, Jessie and Belle.
- Pace of change: by 2008 Feld was launching a new production every year, so the title in your city may differ from the one you saw a few years ago.
Because the production in your city determines which characters appear, confirm the show title before promising a child a specific princess or hero.
Where to Sit for an Ice Show
An ice show is staged differently from a concert. The rink fills most of the arena floor, the skaters use the entire surface, and the big ensemble moments are designed as patterns best read from a slight elevation.
- Best overall: lower bowl (the 100-level sections closest to the ice) along the long sides, near center ice, in the middle rows. You see the formations and still read faces and costumes.
- Rinkside and floor-level seats: at many stops a few rows of chairs sit right at the edge of the ice, often sold as premium seats. Children love the close contact, but the low angle hides skaters on the far side and the full pattern of group numbers.
- End sections: the set and entrance are usually at one end; seats at the opposite end see the show head-on but from a distance, while seats behind or beside the set can have partial views. Check the seat map for the stage end before you buy.
- Upper bowl: a reasonable value choice, especially center-ice sections. Small children may struggle to follow characters from the top rows, so binoculars help.
Seats near the ice are noticeably cold. Bring a layer for everyone, even in spring.
The Magical Pass and Pre-Show Options
The main add-on is the Magical Pass, a premium package sold in limited numbers for each performance. Structurally, it combines three things:
- A premium reserved seat in a section chosen for its view.
- Early arrival and a character visit: pass holders arrive early (the official FAQ says an hour) and meet a Disney character before the show; the Spotlight Magic! page lists the greeting at 45 minutes before showtime.
- A collectible lanyard, plus a VIP entrance at select venues.
The character visit is the package's main draw for young children. Merchandise is sold only at the show or in the lobby beforehand, so plan for it, or set expectations before you arrive.
Age Suitability and Planning Tips
- Who it suits: the shows are pitched at preschool and early elementary ages, and the 90 minute to two hour length with an intermission fits most young attention spans.
- Tickets for kids: children two and older need a ticket; children under two are admitted free on a parent's or guardian's lap.
- Timing: morning and early-afternoon weekend shows suit toddlers and nap schedules; weekday evening shows are often calmer.
- Sensory notes: expect loud music, strobe lights, fog and confetti.
- Bags: Disney on Ice follows each arena's bag rules. As of 2026, check the venue's current policy before you go.
When Demand Peaks
Resale prices for Disney on Ice follow the family calendar.
- Weekend matinees and opening-day shows sell fastest.
- School holidays, especially the winter break and spring break weeks, push demand up.
- Center-ice lower bowl and rinkside seats hold their prices; upper end sections are the lowest.
- Weekday performances during a multi-day run usually have the widest choice of seats.
Every GoodSeats order includes free shipping. Show times and titles are listed on the official Disney On Ice site.
History of the Show
Feld Entertainment bought the Ice Follies and Holiday on Ice in 1979 and secured the rights to Disney characters, launching Walt Disney's World on Ice in 1981. The show made its international debut in Japan in 1987 with Happy Birthday Donald, and by 1988 Feld was running five touring shows at once. The name changed to Disney on Ice in late 1997. Performances stopped worldwide in 2020 and resumed on November 6, 2020, with Dream Big.
Frequently asked questions
How long is Disney on Ice?
Productions run about 90 minutes to two hours, including a 15 to 20 minute intermission.
Do children under two need a Disney on Ice ticket?
No. Children under two are admitted free if they sit on a parent's or guardian's lap. Everyone two and older needs a ticket.
Can kids meet the characters at Disney on Ice?
Character meetings are part of the Magical Pass, a limited premium package that includes a pre-show visit with a Disney character, a premium seat and a lanyard.
What are the best seats at Disney on Ice?
Lower-bowl seats along the long side near center ice, in the middle rows, give the best mix of closeness and a full view of the ice. Rinkside seats are closest but lower in angle.
Is it cold at Disney on Ice?
Seats near the ice can be chilly because the rink covers the arena floor. A sweater or light jacket is a good idea.