Hi there, Pat!
I'm so glad you've stopped by planDisney with a question about my very favorite nighttime spectacular,
Fantasmic! There's just something about the unbridled joy and optimism that radiates from this peek into Mickey's imagination that never ceases to bring me to (the happiest of tears), and of course, the simultaneous appearance of so many beloved characters always has my inner child bursting to the surface.
Because Fantasmic! is so popular among Walt Disney World Resort Guests, booking the
Fantasmic! Dining Package is a great way to not only secure a delicious meal during a full day of magic but also an incredible view of the show without queuing. At this time, there is only one scheduled performance of Fantasmic! on October 25 that will take place at 9:30 PM. Now, it's important to keep in mind that performance schedules are subject to change, so you'll want to keep an eye on the schedule as your visit approaches in case times change or another showtime is added. This information can conveniently be found on the Fantasmic! landing page on the Walt Disney World website as well as in the My Disney Experience app.
Regardless of the time of the first showing, you'll want to be sure to arrive no less than 25 minutes before the show is scheduled to begin. Upon arrival, you'll be directed to the reserved section of the Hollywood Hills Amphitheatre, where you'll be able to select your seat from those available. When deciding if you would like to sit in the upper or lower portion of the amphitheater, consider that the lower seats provide a more direct (and potentially damp) view of the action on the water, while the higher seats will give you a better vantage point of the epic grand finale. Regardless of your seat's location, you'll likely be singing and dancing along throughout the performance.
Disney's Hollywood Studios is my favorite Walt Disney World theme park to explore after dark, so I encourage you to enjoy all of the neon lights aglow as you exit along Sunset and Hollywood Boulevards following the show.
I hope this was helpful, Pat. As you can tell, I absolutely love Fantasmic!, so if any additional questions arise as you continue to plan, please feel free to stop back by
planDisney! I'm always happy to help!
See ya real soon,
Lizzie