Where do the parade floats for Disney World come from?

Question

It seems like they come from nowhere! Especially the Spectromagic parade floats!

Answer 1

There is lots of "backstage" areas all around the Magic Kingdom (all of the theme parks, actually), that you can't see.

However, check out this overhead view -- I've focused in on where the floats are stored:

http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&hl=en&ge...

Now that's the Frontierland section of the parade route (sometimes the parade starts there, sometimes it ends there).

Regardless, Disney does a great job of disguising their backstage areas.

If you get the chance, take the "Keys to the Kingdom Tour", it's an awesome behind-the-scenes tour, that takes you to the spot shown on the map, as well as the underground tunnels (utilidors) and other Cast Member-only areas.

Here's a link to an overhead view of the area where the parade floats are stored before they enter Main Street (or exit):

http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&hl=en&ge...

Notice all the space back there that you can't see when you're in the park!

Answer 2

I agree with the Doctor.