Whoever came up with the idea of ​​combining the childhood obsessions of princesses and ice skating in the whirlwind of Disney princess costumes and special effects known as Disney on Ice deserves a pat on the back. If you can imagine an arena filled with thousands of costumed toddlers and girls filling every seat, enraptured by watching a Cinderella princess and Snow White princess dance on ice with large-scale features and special effects, then you can imagine how exciting it would be. it’s Disney. on Ice is for young children. If you plan to attend Disney on Ice with your young children, there are a few things you can be prepared for as you plan to make this family outing one of the best.

Unless you’re looking for a memory of the Disney on Ice experience, you may want to pack some snacks to keep your kids calm during the show. There are snow cones available in a souvenir mug to buy for $ 12, and cotton candy with a mouse-eared tiara for $ 10. Other snacks are available during intermission at the snack bar, with more moderate prices. You might want to pack some wipes too, in case something spills one of your Little Adventures girls in fancy dress.

It is almost essential to come in costume to this event. Girls will have a hard time deciding whether they want to wear their Princess Cinderella costume or their Princess Snow White costume. Whatever you decide, all the Disney princess costumes and princesses will be represented at the show! Donning a Disney girls costume (or another costume brand like Little Adventures) will allow girls to feel like they are really part of the show. Young children experience the exhilaration of being a princess vicariously while watching her, and allowing them to dress up in a Disney princess costume will further enhance this experience for them. Young children will love wearing a cape, hat, or special costume (like a pirate shirt) to help them feel part of the big event around them.

Parents will want to note that “scary” music and parts of popular Disney movies are still present during Disney on Ice. If the witch who tempts Princess Snow White in the movie makes your child squirm, then you must anticipate that her children will hide in her arms during some of the most “terrifying” parts of the show. These are rare and have the same intensity as the movies, and are aimed at some of the slightly older children. Some of the effects, like the fire-breathing dragon, can be a little scary, but they are captivating and dazzling to watch and are age appropriate for most children.

Depending on your child’s usual nap times, you may want to bring a familiar or “cuddly” toy for your child. The show lasts for approximately 2 hours, with an intermission at the midpoint. If your kids are sleepy early, having something familiar to snuggle with will help ease the burden of a late night.

Pack the cameras, iron your Little Adventures girls costumes, and get your Princess Cinderella out the door. Disney on Ice is a great way to get out with the family and enjoy a night like no other. The whole family will enjoy snuggling together, eating snacks and watching a live Disney show with talented figure skaters.