Showtimes are now available for the new fireworks spectaculars coming to Magic Kingdom and EPCOT beginning October 1. The schedule is currently posted through October 16.
Disney Enchantment at Magic Kingdom
October 1 – October 4: 9:00 p.m.
October 5 – October 16: 8:00 p.m.
Disney Enchantment is replacing Happily Ever After as the new fireworks spectacular at the Magic Kingdom.
Harmonious at EPCOT
October 1 – October 16: 9:45 p.m.
Harmonious is replacing EPCOT Forever as the new nighttime show at EPCOT.
Both shows are debuting October 1 as part of the celebrations for the 50th anniversary of Walt Disney World.
Last month Disney announced details on the two new fireworks shows that will debut on October 1, 2021, to kick off the 18-month 50th Anniversary Celebration – The World’s Most Magical Celebration. After the announcement, there was wild speculation and confusion regarding the future of Happily Ever After. Would it return? Disney has now confirmed that the show will not return and its final performance will be in September 2021. Learn more below.
“We recently announced that all-new nighttime spectaculars “Disney Enchantment” and “Harmonious” would be debuting October 1 as part of The World’s Most Magical Celebration. That means this summer is also your last chance to come out and catch the current fireworks shows before they sparkle into Disney history. “EPCOT Forever” will conclude its limited-time run on September 28, and you have until September 29 to take in the spectacle of “Happily Ever After” at Magic Kingdom Park.”
We already knew that EPCOT Forever would be ending when “Harmonious” debuted. That show was always going to be temporary. It is somewhat surprising that Happily Ever After will end only after running for just over five years.
There is no doubt Walt Disney World 50th Anniversary is going to be an amazing time to be in the parks and at the resorts. We’re ready to celebrate with Disney beginning October 1 for “The World’s Most Magical Celebration”. Disney knows how to party, so we’re sure the 18-month long event will be one to remember! Now that fireworks have returned to Magic Kingdom and EPCOT, Disney has updated their 50th Anniversary commercial to reflect a little more glow in the skies.
As shared by Disney: “Get ready for a celebration 50 years in the making. On October 1, the magic is calling everyone to The World’s Most Magical Celebration – the 50th Anniversary at Walt Disney World Resort. Because when you celebrate with us, nothing could be more magical.”
Here’s the old commercial first, with the new commercial below it to compare the two:
Notice the fireworks difference between the two? We previously shared the news that a new nighttime spectacular, “Disney Enchantment,” will help kick off the 50th anniversary festivities when it debuts Oct. 1 at Magic Kingdom Park. Created to launch with “The World’s Most Magical Celebration,” this evening extravaganza will take you on a journey filled with adventure, wonder and empowerment. Inspiring everyone to believe in magic, “Disney Enchantment” will feature music, enhanced lighting, stunning fireworks and, for the first time, immersive projection effects that extend from Cinderella Castle down Main Street, U.S.A.
