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Though we've had to bid farewell to Big Thunder Mountain Railroad for a year due to renovations, and Astro Orbiter along with the Hall of Presidents are closing later this month, it's not all bad news from Magic Kingdom.
Big Thunder Mountain Railroad is closed
With the holidays over, Lightning Lane prices have started to drop, and the Main Street Bakery introduced some new Starbucks items. But there's even more good news to share!
One of the best updates from Magic Kingdom this month is that on select evenings, you can enjoy not one but two fireworks shows, each different! Disney After Hours has returned to Magic Kingdom in 2025, and on event nights, both the Happily Ever After fireworks and the Disney Enchantment fireworks will be displayed.
Disney Enchantment Fireworks
Day guests can catch Happily Ever After, while the Disney Enchantment fireworks take place during the Disney After Hours Event. Disney After Hours events are limited-capacity, letting guests enjoy the parks with fewer crowds. In addition to Magic Kingdom, there are After Hours events at EPCOT and Disney’s Hollywood Studios. These offer shorter wait times, complimentary snacks, and the chance to shop and dine at select locations.
After Hours at Magic Kingdom
During After Hours in Magic Kingdom, two different fireworks shows are shown. This is great for those who can't visit Disney often or haven't seen the Disney Enchantment show. Happily Ever After is the current fireworks display at Magic Kingdom, while Disney Enchantment celebrated Walt Disney World’s 50th Anniversary. Now, it's exclusively shown during Disney After Hours events. Although it's not our favorite, the Disney Enchantment is still impressive and fun!
Disney Enchantment Fireworks
If you're attending After Hours, you can enter the park from 7 PM, with the event kicking off at 10 PM and running until 1 AM. You can get up to six hours in Magic Kingdom with your event ticket. Arrive at 7 PM, and you might see both Happily Ever After and Disney Enchantment in the same evening.
After Hours at Magic Kingdom
Even better, you don’t need an event ticket to enjoy these fireworks! You can watch them from surrounding hotels including Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort, Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort, and Disney’s Contemporary Resort. Though Disney’s Wilderness Lodge and Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground offer views, they're not as good. We recommend making a dinner reservation at one of these hotels or using Disney Transportation to get there.
Disney Enchantment Fireworks
For all our best tips for experiencing Magic Kingdom, make sure to check out our ultimate 2025 Magic Kingdom guide.
We're thrilled that guests can see two fireworks shows in Magic Kingdom on select nights. Stay connected to DFB for all your Disney World updates!
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Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation.
Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever!
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Are you planning on attending an After Hours event this year? Let us know in the comments!
The post This Is the Best Magic Kingdom News We've Seen All Month first appeared on the Disney Food Blog.
Big Thunder Mountain Railroad is closed
With the holidays over, Lightning Lane prices have started to drop, and the Main Street Bakery introduced some new Starbucks items. But there's even more good news to share!
One of the best updates from Magic Kingdom this month is that on select evenings, you can enjoy not one but two fireworks shows, each different! Disney After Hours has returned to Magic Kingdom in 2025, and on event nights, both the Happily Ever After fireworks and the Disney Enchantment fireworks will be displayed.
Disney Enchantment Fireworks
Day guests can catch Happily Ever After, while the Disney Enchantment fireworks take place during the Disney After Hours Event. Disney After Hours events are limited-capacity, letting guests enjoy the parks with fewer crowds. In addition to Magic Kingdom, there are After Hours events at EPCOT and Disney’s Hollywood Studios. These offer shorter wait times, complimentary snacks, and the chance to shop and dine at select locations.
After Hours at Magic Kingdom
During After Hours in Magic Kingdom, two different fireworks shows are shown. This is great for those who can't visit Disney often or haven't seen the Disney Enchantment show. Happily Ever After is the current fireworks display at Magic Kingdom, while Disney Enchantment celebrated Walt Disney World’s 50th Anniversary. Now, it's exclusively shown during Disney After Hours events. Although it's not our favorite, the Disney Enchantment is still impressive and fun!
Disney Enchantment Fireworks
If you're attending After Hours, you can enter the park from 7 PM, with the event kicking off at 10 PM and running until 1 AM. You can get up to six hours in Magic Kingdom with your event ticket. Arrive at 7 PM, and you might see both Happily Ever After and Disney Enchantment in the same evening.
After Hours at Magic Kingdom
Even better, you don’t need an event ticket to enjoy these fireworks! You can watch them from surrounding hotels including Disney’s Grand Floridian Resort, Disney’s Polynesian Village Resort, and Disney’s Contemporary Resort. Though Disney’s Wilderness Lodge and Disney’s Fort Wilderness Resort & Campground offer views, they're not as good. We recommend making a dinner reservation at one of these hotels or using Disney Transportation to get there.
Disney Enchantment Fireworks
For all our best tips for experiencing Magic Kingdom, make sure to check out our ultimate 2025 Magic Kingdom guide.
We're thrilled that guests can see two fireworks shows in Magic Kingdom on select nights. Stay connected to DFB for all your Disney World updates!
Check out EVERYTHING you need to know about Disney After Hours in Magic Kingdom!
Join the DFB Newsletter to get all the breaking news right in your inbox! Click here to Subscribe!
WE KNOW DISNEY. YOU CAN, TOO.
Oh boy, planning a Disney trip can be quite the adventure, and we totally get it! But fear not, dear friends, we compiled EVERYTHING you need (and the things to avoid!) to plan the ULTIMATE Disney vacation.
Whether you're a rookie or a seasoned pro, our insider tips and tricks will have you exploring the parks like never before. So come along with us, and get planning your most magical vacation ever!
GET YOUR GUIDE NOW
Are you planning on attending an After Hours event this year? Let us know in the comments!
The post This Is the Best Magic Kingdom News We've Seen All Month first appeared on the Disney Food Blog.