Are Magic Kingdom fireworks worth it?

Parades and nighttime firework shows at Magic Kingdom are a definite must-see during a visit to Walt Disney World. They are extremely popular, which means they are also very frequently crowded. But – don't stress! We have tips to help you find the perfect spot to enjoy them.



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The show is about 18 minutes long and usually kicks off at 9:00 PM, but check the park schedule for your day, as show times can change. The best viewing places for the show are in the central hub, behind the “Partners” statue.

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We recommend catching the fireworks at Magic Kingdom, with Epcot's fireworks coming in 2nd.

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If you're near the Partners Statue (it's the copper statue of Walt Disney and Mickey Mouse), your view should be very clear. While you'll be bumping shoulders with other guests, you should be able to see most of the fireworks, projections, and Tinkerbell's flight.

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Q: What is the most popular dessert at Disney World? A: The most popular, or at least iconic, dessert at Walt Disney World is probably Dole Whip, which is a pineapple soft serve or the coveted Mickey Bar ice cream!

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The Magic Kingdom generally has at least one parade every day, and sometimes, two! When you were viewing the park hours, you were actually in the right spot to see the fireworks and parade schedules too!

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Big Thunder Mountain Railroad, Seven Dwarfs Mine Train, and Astro Orbiter are all great rides to see the fireworks on. Just keep in mind, however, that if the timing doesn't work out, you might get stuck in an area of the queue where the fireworks aren't visible at all while they are going off.

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They do not shut down attractions during parades and fireworks, unless fireworks are scheduled at/or after park closing time.

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Admission is $99 per adult (ages 10 and up); $59 per child (ages 3 to 9), tax included. Gratuity not included or required. Check-in for the Disney Enchantment pre-party is 90 minutes prior to the start of Disney Enchantment at the Tomorrowland Terrace Restaurant.

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The underlying rationale for this is that many day guests avoid Magic Kingdom on party dates because the park hours are shorter and Happily Ever After fireworks are not shown to regular guests. This results in significantly lighter crowds on days of the holiday parties when Magic Kingdom closes at 6 pm.

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5 of the MOST EXPENSIVE Things You Can Eat in Disney World
  1. Prix-Fixe Chef's Table Meal at Victoria and Albert's. ...
  2. Sushi Fune at Shiki-Sai. ...
  3. 3. Japanese Waygu Strip from Teppan Edo. ...
  4. Sushi and Sashimi Pagoda at Morimoto Asia. ...
  5. 3-Course Selection at California Grill.


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Wrapping up the list of the top ten most popular snacks at Disney parks, in order, are Green Milk, Mickey Waffle, Disney Popcorn Bucket, Mickey Beignets, Night Blossom, Disney Churro and Mickey's Premium Ice Cream Bar.

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Ranking Ten of the Most Popular Walt Disney World Snacks
  • Mickey Bars.
  • The Mickey-Shaped Pretzel. ...
  • The Fan Favorite Dole Whip. ...
  • Mickey Rice Krispy Treats. ...
  • Anything made by Goofy's Candy Co. ...
  • The Bucket Popcorn. ...
  • The Infamous Churro. ...
  • The Heart-Stopping Turkey Leg. ...


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Because Magic Kingdom is often the number one park on visitors' lists, they'll hit it first on their trip. If they arrive on a weekend, that makes it a Sunday or Monday! Generally, Tuesdays through Thursdays are much less crowded than other days of the week.

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We find that the days closest to the weekends (Friday and Monday), as well as the weekends themselves, are the busiest days at Walt Disney World. Because Magic Kingdom is often the number one park on visitors' lists, they'll hit it first on their trip. If they arrive on a weekend, that makes it a Sunday or Monday!

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However, most people can also go and take a nap and then come back and enjoy the extra magic hours at night. So you're more likely to have more people during the nighttime extended hours than daytime. However, it is still less crowded at night, and the weather is better once the sun goes down.

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If you're visiting Disney and you're questioning if it is worth it to stay for the fireworks, it really is. They are beautiful to experience and they put on such a show. The only difficult part is getting out of the park when the fireworks are over. It is very busy!

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Head To The Back Of The Castle Instead Of The Front If you want to skip camping out at the Hub or lining up shoulder-to-shoulder on Main Street, head to the back of the castle for Disney fireworks. Here you can find walls to sit on to catch the show.

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Typically, in the spring and summer months, the fireworks will be scheduled around 9PM, and during the fall and winter months, closer to 8PM.

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