Disney on Ice: Dare to Dream is coming to Jacksonville next week and I’m so excited share an inside look at what viewers can expect at this phenomenal show. The show features heroism and bravery as six beloved Disney stories are brought to life on the ice. See favorite characters from Coco, Beauty and the Beast, Cinderella, Tangled, Frozen and Moana in the two hour long show, with an intermission halfway through.

Disney on Ice Age Recommendation

Disney on Ice is a magical show for kids and adults of all ages to enjoy. A couple years ago, I brought my daughter to see Frozen on Ice when she was only 18 months old. Despite being pretty little, she still watched and enjoyed the show. From toddlers to teenagers, Disney on Ice is full of music, laughter, impressive skills and surprises perfect for the whole family to enjoy.

Tips for Bringing Little Kids Disney on Ice

Dress the part. Disney World isn’t the only place to show your Disneyside. Let your kids dress in their favorite costumes (here are our favorite Disney Princess Dresses for toddlers). For adults or older kids, try dressing in Disneybound style or your favorite Disney tee. Mickey Ears are totally welcome. If you need some Sparkly Mickey Ears, check out this easy DIY.

Arrive Early. Large scale events take a lot of time to find parking, go through security, and find your seat. The last thing you want is to be rushing to get to your section or miss the show opening. Give yourself plenty of extra time and insist on a bathroom stop right before the show starts, especially for preschoolers. Arrive early to join Miguel from Pixar’s Coco in a special sing-a-long guest appearance. 

Check your local venue to see what is allowed to be brought in. While they typically allow diaper bags, they must be within certain dimensions and may have other restrictions. If acceptable, plan to bring in a few snacks to keep your little ones entertained during the show. Mine almost always do better with food in their hands. Some great snack ideas include Goldfish, Popcorn, fruits, granola bars and boxed candy (like the Movie Theatre sells).

Dress warm. Full winter clothes aren’t necessary but dressing on the warmer side is. I always bring a light jacket for myself and dress my girls in long sleeves and pants under their princess dresses.

Know the Show. Give your little ones a heads up on which characters they will see during the show. Curb any disappointment early if their ‘favorite’ won’t make an appearance. There are lots of YouTube videos of the show. Watch the show prior to going to give your kids expectations of what they’ll see at the arena.

Just GLOW with it. There will be LOTS of flashy things for sale. If you’re on a budget or have multiple kids, pick up glow sticks from the Dollar Tree before you go. I like to bring past Disney World souvenirs too to keep us from spending too much.

See an early show. The night time shows begin at 7:30pm and at two hours long can be hard for tired little ones to stay awake. You definitely won’t want to miss the end. If possible to buy tickets for an earlier showtime, do it.

Inside look at Disney on Ice: Dare to Dream

I had the pleasure of speaking to Emily Petska, the host of Disney on Ice: Dare to Dream. A native from Jefferson City, MO, Emily has been skating since the age of 8. She has been a member of Disney on Ice since 2016, performing in over 600 shows. The cast includes 42 skaters, 16 crew members and a whole production team to make the magic happen. While the principle skaters stick to their primary role, many of the ensemble cast can be in up to 9 different numbers!

Emily shared about the family like aspect of the performers while on tour. She talked about how incredible the aerial act is in the Tangled section of the show. Emily also mentioned that she keeps a notebook of funny things kids say during the show. There are several crowd participation moments where a child is specially selected to participate in the show. Emily works hands on with these kids as the host, and loves seeing their genuine reactions to seeing the magic up close.

See the Show!

Coming to the Vystar Veterans Memorial Arena April 4th-7th, 2019 with 7 showtimes to choose from. Tickets start at $15! Purchase by phone 800-745-3000 or online through Ticketmaster.

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