Pretoria families, this one is for you. Disney On Ice presents Mickey's Search Party is rolling into the SunBet Arena at Time Square this winter, and it is precisely the kind of event that makes the school holidays genuinely memorable. We are talking world-class ice skating, beloved Disney characters brought to life, and a show so packed with spectacle that even the adults will forget to act cool.
If you have children who love Disney, and let us face it, most children do, this is the event of the season. Here is everything you need to know.
Mickey's Search Party Comes to Time Square
The SunBet Arena at Time Square in Menlyn is the venue, and it is a fitting home for a show of this scale. Disney On Ice presents Mickey's Search Party follows Mickey Mouse and his friends on a quest to find Tinker Bell, taking audiences on a whirlwind tour through some of the most beloved worlds in Disney history.
In the course of a single show, your family will step inside the frozen kingdom of Elsa and Anna, voyage across the ocean with the fearless Moana, join Miguel on his heartfelt musical adventure through the Land of the Dead in Coco, and reunite with Woody, Buzz Lightyear, and the rest of the Toy Story crew. Throw in Ariel from The Little Mermaid and you have an evening that covers virtually every Disney obsession your children currently have.
The skating is performed by world-class athletes whose technical brilliance makes the most demanding routines look like pure, effortless magic. The costumes are lavish. The set design transforms the arena into a series of fully realised Disney worlds. And the music, filled with songs your family already knows every word to, ties it all together into something genuinely moving.
Pretoria Gets a Disney On Ice First
Here is the headline detail that every Disney fan in the capital needs to hear. This production marks the very first time that Stitch, Moana, and Coco have ever been performed live on ice in South Africa. That means Pretoria audiences will be among the first people in this country to see these characters in a live Disney On Ice show.
Stitch has earned a devoted new following thanks to his irresistible blend of chaos and warmth. Moana's story of courage, identity, and finding your own way resonates with children and parents alike, and her soundtrack is arguably one of Disney's finest. Coco, the vibrant, emotionally rich story of family bonds that stretch beyond death, has become one of the most talked-about Disney films of the past decade.
Seeing all three of them debut on South African ice is a genuine milestone, and if you have fans of any of these stories at home, that fact alone makes this a show worth prioritising.
What to Expect on the Night
A Show Built for the Whole Family
One of the things Disney On Ice consistently gets right is the balance between dazzling spectacle and genuine storytelling. This is not simply a parade of characters skating in circles. Mickey's Search Party has a narrative thread running through it, giving children something to follow and invest in emotionally, while the succession of different Disney worlds keeps the energy and variety high throughout.
Younger children will be completely absorbed by the colour, movement, and the sheer thrill of seeing their favourite characters appear in real life right in front of them. Older children will appreciate the technical brilliance of the skating and the production design. And parents will find themselves unexpectedly emotional when the opening bars of a beloved Disney song fill the arena.
Nostalgia for the Parents Too
There is a particular kind of joy that comes from sharing something you loved as a child with your own children. For parents who grew up with these stories, watching your son or daughter see Elsa for the first time, or hearing them gasp when Buzz Lightyear appears on the ice, is one of those parenting moments you genuinely treasure.
Disney On Ice has an uncanny ability to collapse the distance between generations. The children are experiencing something new and magical. The parents are reliving something old and beloved. And for a couple of hours, everyone in the family is completely present, sharing the same wonder. That is rarer than it sounds.
Plan Your Visit
Time Square in Menlyn is well situated for families across Pretoria and the surrounding areas, with ample parking and a range of dining options to make an evening of it before or after the show. Consider arriving a little early to let the children soak up the atmosphere, grab merchandise, and find their seats without the last-minute rush.
Dress warmly. It is an ice arena, after all, and while the production will keep you warm with excitement, the temperature inside the venue is noticeably cool. A light jacket or jersey for the children is a sensible call.
Event Details
Everything you need before you book:
What: Disney On Ice presents Mickey's Search Party
When: 27 June to 5 July 2025
Where: SunBet Arena at Time Square, Menlyn, Pretoria
Tickets: Book now at www.ticketmaster.co.za/feature/disneyonice
Seats for popular shows like this move quickly, particularly during the school holidays when families are actively looking for activities. Booking in advance is strongly recommended to avoid disappointment and to secure the best seats for your family.
This winter, Pretoria gets its own slice of Disney magic. Mickey and his friends are coming to your city, and they are bringing the whole Disney universe with them. Do not miss it.