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Heads up if you’re heading to Magic Kingdom soon to see Disney’s newest nighttime parade, Disney Starlight, there’s some important news you need to know!
Disney Starlight
Currently, Disney Starlight plays each night at 9 PM and 11 PM, but soon, that’s going to change! You’ll need to plan accordingly, because these show times are moving UP.
Leaving Magic Kingdom has never been an easy task. From exiting a busy Main Street, U.S.A., to deciding between the monorail or the ferryboat, and dealing with all the crowds, leaving the Most Magical Place on Earth can feel a little less magical.
Disney Starlight
With Disney World’s newest nighttime parade, Disney Starlight: Dream the Night Away, leaving just got a whole lot more complicated. Here’s what you need to know before you’re heading out of the park.
I recently had the chance to watch the new Magic Kingdom nighttime parade, Disney Starlight, and as soon as I heard the beginning of the music, the waterworks started.
The Blue Fairy
Nighttime spectaculars are my thing, so when I heard I would get to see my favorite characters light up the night sky, I was ready to whip out my bubble wand and start celebrating. Since it’s in Magic Kingdom, you can also catch another top nighttime show — Happily Ever After! Want to try to catch both? Well, you may need a new strategy.
Happy 4th of July to all who celebrate!
HAPPY FOURTH OF JULY!
Lots of people flock to Magic Kingdom and EPCOT for this holiday thanks to their special holiday offerings, one of the most popular being the fireworks in both parks. Disney’s Hollywood Studios and Disney’s Animal Kingdom often celebrate the holiday with special snacks or other offerings, but if you want a show at the end of your day filled with red, white, and blue, Magic Kingdom or EPCOT are the best parks to head to. And what does the celebration look like in Magic Kingdom? Check it out!
EPCOT isn’t the only Disney park that’s home to festivals!
DCA Lunar New Year Celebration! ©Disney
We just got news about the Disney California Adventure Food & Wine Festival and are looking forward to taking in all the sights and sounds at the 2024 Lunar New Year Festival in California Adventure as well. Speaking of which, Disney just announced that a nighttime show is returning for the festival in 2024!
Disney World’s fireworks shows are some of the most sought-after experiences in the parks.
Magic Kingdom fireworks
Why? Because they’re magical! These aren’t *just* fireworks — they’re paired with projections, music, and other special effects that make your heart throb and your eyes weep. However, since these are such popular shows, it can be hard to find a good spot. Here’s why you DON’T have to spend nearly an hour saving your spot for the show.
If you’re planning a Disney World trip, you’ve probably read all the tips and tricks on how you can avoid long lines in the parks.
Seven Dwarfs Mine Train
Heck, we probably even shared them. We know when you should plan your trip, whether or not you need Genie+, and how you can save the most money. One of our favorite tips is for the best time to ride every ride in Magic Kingdom… we just don’t really think you’re gonna like it.
When you’ve been to Disney World as many times as our reporters have, you come up with all kinds of tips and hacks to optimize your time in the parks.
Main Street, U.S.A.
We know how to make the most of Disney Genie+, when to plan a trip to save the most money, and the best ways to cool off when the parks are unbearably hot. We also know a few good tips for getting on rides with the shortest possible wait time — but one of those hacks is a little bit CONTROVERSIAL. However, if you’re willing to try it out, it might save you a ton of time in Magic Kingdom! [Read more…]
Fireworks are a super huge deal in Disney World!
Magic Kingdom Fireworks
Recently, Magic Kingdom went back to their Happily Ever After fireworks show, and EPCOT has returned to EPCOT Forever. However, if you’re in Magic Kingdom tonight or soon, you need to know that fireworks times are changing!
It’s an important day in EPCOT!
Spaceship Earth
The EPCOT Forever fireworks show has returned to this park hot on the heels of the 18-month long run of Harmonious, which celebrated Walt Disney World’s 50th anniversary celebration. The 50th anniversary is over now, so EPCOT Forever is back (for a limited time). Come with us to check out the crowds on the first night of this show’s return! [Read more…]
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