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Magic Kingdom’s Two-Night ‘Fantasy in the Sky’ Leads Disney World’s New Year’s Fireworks

Staggered late-night shows across EPCOT and Hollywood Studios draw heavy holiday crowds, prompting early arrivals.

Overview

  • Magic Kingdom presents Fantasy in the Sky only on December 30 and 31, with shows at 7:30 p.m. and 11:50 p.m. each night.
  • The Magic Kingdom presentation features character dialogue from Mickey, Minnie, and Goofy, a brief countdown, castle projections, and a large finale seen only on these two dates.
  • Reporters on site describe packed conditions, advising guests to secure viewing spots well before showtime for the best castle and Main Street views.
  • On December 30, Transportation and Ticket Center parking was reported nearly full by mid-afternoon, and the My Disney Experience app flagged limited viewing space with openings in Frontierland and Tomorrowland.
  • EPCOT’s Cheers to the New Year: A Sparkling Celebration is scheduled for 11:54 p.m. on December 31, with Disney’s Hollywood Studios hosting a countdown fireworks show at 11:57 p.m.