Is anyone here going to WDW for New Year's Eve? Honestly, I probably won't even make it to midnight before going to bed. It looks like Disney has quite a list of exciting festivities will be going on! I've always wanted to be there for NYE, it's on my bucket list.
Here's what's in store for the weekend!!
- Magic Kingdom presents a double helping of pyrotechnics: "Wishes" nighttime spectacular with a holiday overlay at 8:30 p.m. and "Fantasy in the Sky" at 11:51 p.m.
- Epcot's "IllumiNations: Reflections of Earth" delights revelers with a salute to the new year at 7 p.m. and 11:42 p.m.
- At Disney's Hollywood Studios, the 25-minute spectacular "Fantasmic!" that combines water, fire, lights, lasers, fireworks and music will be presented at 6:30 and 8 p.m., with the popular "Lights! Camera! Happy New Year!" fireworks display at midnight.
- At DisneyQuest, located at Downtown Disney, there is a family-friendly cyber celebration from 8 p.m. -1 a.m. Kids are entertained with a DJ and dance party, plus unlimited access to all the games and DisneyQuest attractions including Buzz Lightyear's Astroblasters, Virtual Jungle Cruise and CyberSpace Mountain. There's a confetti drop and festive party favors as the clock strikes midnight. Partygoers also get a coupon for a pizza, hot dog, chicken casesar wrap or hamburger, plus chips and soda. Price is $45 advance purchase " or $55 day of, including tax. Call 407-934-7639 to reserve tickets.
- At Cirque du Soleil, located at Downtown Disney, all guests attending the Dec. 31 performances will receive a limited-edition Walt Disney World/Cirque trading pin. Shows are at 6 p.m. and 9 p.m. For pricing contact 407/WDW/SEAT
- Registered guests at select Disney resort hotels will be treated to music and entertainment. At Narcoosee's restaurant (Disney's Grand Floridian Resort & Spa), for instance, there will be a four-course dining experience for $149, plus DJ, balloon artist and special fireworks viewing at 8:30 and 11:51.
- Atlantic Dance Hall at Disney's Boardwalk Resort offers a special-ticket New Year's Eve party from 8 p.m.-2 a.m. with video DJ Tony Zapulla.