Hi Fiona! Welcome to planDisney!
I'm excited to hear about your upcoming visit to the Walt Disney World Resort! It sounds like you have plans to
park hop during your stay! Getting the chance to visit multiple parks in one day can help you maximize your time during your holiday. Let's jump right into your question and help you get set for an unforgettable trip.
Since you'll be spending some time at Disney's Hollywood Studios grabbing a bite to eat, you'll need to make your way over to the Magic Kingdom in order to see the nighttime spectacular. Walt Disney World offers
complimentary transportation between the theme parks each day for Guests with park hopping capabilities. To get from Hollywood Studios to the Magic Kingdom, you'll want to utilize
Disney Bus Transportation for direct access. Once you exit Hollywood Studios, head toward the bus depot and find the dedicated bus lane that will take you to the Magic Kingdom.
You will want to keep an eye on what time the nighttime fireworks show is at the Magic Kingdom. The timing of this event will change throughout the year. If this is a priority to see on this day, then give yourself plenty of time to get from one park to the other. If you end up being stressed for time, you can opt to use the
Minnie Van Service connected by Lyft. These specially decorated vehicles can be used by Guests while traveling around the Walt Disney World Resort. You can use the Lyft app on your mobile device and schedule a Minnie Van for pickup from Hollywood Studios. It will drop you off at the bus depot outside the entrance to the Magic Kingdom and may end up being quicker than taking a Disney bus. The Minnie Van Service does come with an added cost, so make sure to consider this before making your decision.
Fiona,
Happily Ever After is currently lighting up the night sky at the Magic Kingdom. In just a few weeks,
Disney Starlight: Dream the Night Away will join this show to add even more magic to the park each night. This is a new nighttime parade that will debut soon and provide even more nightly entertainment.
I hope you have a magical stay!
Stop back and see us again at planDisney!
Greg