Fantasmic!

B-Mode Rising Maleficent Returns to ‘Fantasmic’ at Disneyland, Mickey Disappearing Effect Still Not Active

A fantasmic, ghostly figure with a staff glows in purple and green lights in a dark, outdoor nighttime scene.

After nearly four months of Maleficent remaining grounded, she once again rises into the air during “Fantasmic!” at Disneyland. Maleficent B-Mode Restored in “Fantasmic!” Finale When “Fantasmic!” returned to Disneyland a year after the Maleficent dragon fire, Maleficent appeared in a potentially permanent B-mode. With the dragon destroyed, the human version of Maleficent would stand … Read more

New Glow in the Dark ‘Fantasmic!’ Merchandise Arrives at Disneyland

Two black Fantasmic! shirts with colorful Disneyland designs—Sorcerer Mickey, magical characters, and one that glows in the dark.

Some imagination, huh? Mickey has dreamed up some new “Fantasmic!” merchandise at Disneyland Resort including a new hoodie and t-shirt. We found both items at Port Royal Curios and Curiosities in New Orleans Square, which was just recently transformed back into a shop after temporarily becoming a jazz-themed seating area. Fantasmic! Hoodie – $69.99 The … Read more

NEW ‘Fantasmic!’ MagicBand+ Available at Walt Disney World

A hand holds a Fantasmic MagicBand+ Disney Villains edition in its packaging at a Walt Disney World store display.

A new “Fantasmic!” MagicBand+ is now available at Walt Disney World, inspired by the classic Disney Parks nighttime show. We found the MagicBand+ for sale in The Darkroom, located on Hollywood Boulevard in Disney’s Hollywood Studios. ‘Fantasmic!’ MagicBand+ – $44.99 This MagicBand+ is black, with bright and colorful art across the straps. The straps themselves … Read more

Balloon Series Among New Pins Available at Disney’s Hollywood Studios

Three new pins—Baymax, Pluto with a doghouse, and Fantasmic!—held before a Disney's Hollywood Studios pin display.

We found several new pins in Mickey’s of Hollywood on a recent trip to Disney’s Hollywood Studios, including some from a new Balloon Series. Pluto Balloon Pin – $14.99 The first of the Balloon Series pins features a shiny golden Pluto balloon. His features are made up of individual balloons, and he has one ear … Read more

Fantasmic! Returning to Full Week of Performances Starting Late May at Disneyland

A character in a sailor outfit stands by a large ship wheel, waving cheerfully on a ship deck at night, reminiscent of the enchanting performances you'd find at Disneyland's Fantasmic.

The calendar for upcoming performances of Fantasmic! has been updated at Disneyland Park, and the show is now scheduled to add more performances starting at the end of May. Additional Performances of Fantasmic! at Disneyland Park Previously, performances of Fantasmic! at Disneyland Park were reduced to mostly weekends starting in early 2025. This schedule has … Read more

Walt Disney World Adds Extra ‘Fantasmic!’ Showings for Spring Break 2025

Fantasmic Moving to Earlier Performances in March 2026

Walt Disney World added an extra performance of “Fantasmic!” at Disney’s Hollywood Studios daily for the rest of Spring Break. Fantasmic! Schedule According to the My Disney Experience app and Fantasmic webpage, the show will perform at 9:30 p.m. in addition to 8:30 p.m. from Wednesday, March 19 through Saturday, March 22. Starting on Sunday, … Read more

Fantasmic! to Have Two Weeks of Daily Performances During Spring Break at Disneyland

Mickey shooting fireworks in Fantasmic! at Disneyland park

The popular nighttime show Fantasmic! will have two full weeks of operation at Disneyland in mid-March. Fantasmic! Schedule According to the Disneyland official website, Fantasmic! will have two full weeks of operation for spring break. Beginning Friday, March 14 through Sunday, March 30, 2025, the nighttime show will offer performances twice nightly at 9:00 p.m. … Read more

Extra ‘Fantasmic’ Performances Added at Disney’s Hollywood Studios This Week

Fantasmic Moving to Earlier Performances in March 2026

Disney has added extra performances of “Fantasmic!” to the schedule at Disney’s Hollywood Studios this week. Extra ‘Fantasmic!’ Shows “Fantasmic!” is performed at 8 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. most days. Disney has added 6 p.m. performances on Thursday, January 2, and Friday, January 3, 2025. The extra performance time is likely in anticipation of large … Read more

Fantasmic Performances Reduced Again in Early 2025 at Disneyland

Mickey shooting fireworks in Fantasmic! at Disneyland park

Disneyland has cut back on performances of “Fantasmic!” scheduled in the new year. 2025 ‘Fantasmic!’ Schedule This fall, Disney reduced “Fantasmic!” performances to mostly weekends at Disneyland Park. This was the first time the show did not perform seven days a week for the full holiday season — though it will perform every day from … Read more

New Fantasmic! Dining Package Announced for Disneyland

A dish featuring steak, shrimp, and sides on a white plate, accompanied by a cup of soup and a dessert with a cartoon character decoration in the background, reminiscent of the magical touches found in the Disneyland Fantasmic! Dining Package.

A new Fantasmic! Dining Package is coming to Café Orleans at Disneyland Park on January 10, 2025, featuring a 3-course dining experience. The meal consists of three courses of the following: Currently, Fantasmic! dining packages at Disneyland Park are available at River Belle Terrace, Blue Bayou Restaurant, and Rancho del Zocalo Restaurante. Depending on the … Read more

Full Pyrotechnics Restored to ‘Fantasmic!’ at Disneyland After 3 Months

A colorful fireworks display, reminiscent of Fantasmic at Disneyland, lights up the night sky over a body of water, with pyrotechnics casting sparks in enchanting green, red, and orange hues.

The full suite of pyrotechnics has been restored to “Fantasmic!” at Disneyland after multiple incidents required reduced effects. ‘Fantasmic!’ Pyrotechnics Return Beginning in late July, “Fantasmic!” was performed with limited pyrotechnics after weeks of issues including Mickey’s finger fireworks misfiring and rogue fireworks. The only pyrotechnics utilized since then were shot directly from Tom Sawyer Island and … Read more

Performances of ‘Fantasmic!’ Greatly Reduced for Disneyland Holiday Season

A night-time scene depicts a fantasmic fiery display on water with flames and vivid lighting in the background, illuminating surrounding structures and trees.

Disneyland Resort has cut back “Fantasmic!” performances to weekends only moving into the holiday season, in a possible response to the unionization of performers. ‘Fantasmic!’ Performances Reduced at Disneyland The nighttime spectacular returned to Disneyland in May following a fire that destroyed the Maleficent dragon animatronic. The nighttime spectacular has been struggling to run smoothly … Read more

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