To celebrate the Fourth of July 2025, the “Heartbeat of Freedom” fireworks tag has returned to EPCOT, attached at the end of “Luminous: the Symphony of Us.” ‘Heartbeat of Freedom’ Fireworks Tag at EPCOT “Heartbeat of Freedom” was performed after “Luminous: The Symphony of Us,” which began at 9 p.m. today, Friday, July 4. Previously, … Read more
In addition to regular day service, GEO-82 at EPCOT also offers a fireworks dessert party with viewing of “Luminous The Symphony of Us.” GEO-82 is located where the Siemens corporate lounge used to be on the back of Spaceship Earth, facing World Celebration Gardens. Here’s the description: Sip, savor and unwind in style at GEO-82, … Read more
This year, World Showcase Lagoon has a new look for its annual “Cheers to the New Year: A Sparkling Celebration” fireworks display. Last year’s fireworks extravaganza used the permanent infrastructure from “Harmonious”; this year, technicians have new removable barges for EPCOT’s new regular fireworks show, “Luminous: A Symphony of Us,” to utilize for the New … Read more
After months of anticipation, behind-the-scenes looks, and a delay past Disney’s actual 100th anniversary, “Luminous: The Symphony of Us” has finally premiered at EPCOT. The new nighttime spectacular utilizes barges that — unlike its predecessor “Harmonious” — won’t sit in World Showcase Lagoon all day. With the premiere of “Luminous,” the interim show “EPCOT Forever” has also … Read more
Disney has shared a behind-the-scenes look at “Luminous: The Symphony of Us,” the new nighttime spectacular that’s set to debut at EPCOT tomorrow, December 5. Disney Shares Behind-the-Scenes Look at ‘Luminous: The Symphony of Us’ The video uploaded by the official Disney Parks YouTube channel chronicles a previously reported testing session that occurred in early … Read more
EPCOT will be testing their new nighttime spectacular, “Luminous: The Symphony of Us,” overnight for two dates in November. “Luminous” Fireworks Testing Overnight fireworks testing will take place on Wednesday, November 1, and Saturday, November 4, from 10:30 p.m. to 1:00 a.m. Disney did not explicitly say the fireworks testing is for “Luminous,” but the … Read more
The name for the new EPCOT nighttime spectacular has been announced — “Luminous: The Symphony of Us” will debut on December 5, 2023, the company announced at Destination D23 Saturday. New Nighttime Spectacular Coming to EPCOT President of Walt Disney World Jeff Vahle announced that the show will feature “fireworks, fountains, lasers, lighting effects, and … Read more
Construction work continues in the World Showcase Lagoon at EPCOT as crews prepare for a new Disney100 nighttime spectacular that honors 100 years of The Walt Disney Company. In June, we noticed that piling had begun. A few weeks ago, we saw construction go vertical with the arrival of a crane and other construction equipment. On … Read more
Construction work continues in the World Showcase Lagoon at EPCOT as crews prepare for a new Disney100 nighttime spectacular that honors 100 years of The Walt Disney Company. In June, we noticed that piling had begun. Now, in August, more progress is appearing. World Showcase Lagoon Construction A large barge was stationed next to an … Read more
We bring you a lot of stories every single day. Sometimes it’s hard to keep up. So in case you missed anything from our feed, we have rounded up all our stories in one place to get the news at a glance. Here is your Daily Recap for Friday, June 23, 2023. Walt Disney World Magic … Read more
The EPCOT Forever nighttime spectacular has temporarily returned to the World Showcase Lagoon following the end of Harmonious. The returning nighttime spectacular will be performed each night as an interim replacement ahead of the debut of a new 100th-anniversary nighttime spectacular expected to debut at EPCOT later this year. EPCOT Forever Returns EPCOT Forever initially … Read more
The 50th Anniversary celebration has come to a close across Walt Disney World, and the nighttime spectaculars introduced as part of “The Most Magical Celebration on Earth” have now been performed for the final time. Tonight, guests visiting EPCOT were able to watch the last performance of the “Harmonious” nighttime spectacular before it is replaced by the limited return of “EPCOT Forever” tomorrow.
EPCOT will be performing fireworks tests after the park closes on Wednesday, January 25, 2023. Guests staying at the nearby resorts, including Disney’s BoardWalk Inn, Disney’s Yacht Club, and Disney’s Beach Club, may hear the rehearsals taking place. The tests are scheduled from around 11:45 p.m. to 1:00 a.m. and may include bursts of fireworks, … Read more
A brand-new EPCOT nighttime spectacular will replace “Harmonious” in 2023 for 100 Years of Wonder and the upcoming 40th anniversary of EPCOT. “Harmonious” was first announced at Destination D23 in 2018. It officially premiered on October 1, 2021, for the 50th anniversary of Walt Disney World. It replaced “IllumiNations: Reflections of Earth,” which had been … Read more
Though its official debut is still listed on October 1, “Harmonious” performances have been added to the Walt Disney World calendar for 9:00 PM on September 29 and 30. The new EPCOT nighttime spectacular will be live-streamed on September 29, prompting us to wonder if guests will be able to view the show from the … Read more
Disney will be live-streaming “Harmonious,” EPCOT’s new nighttime spectacular, from the park on September 29, two days before its official debut. The live stream starts at 9:00 p.m. ET, which is when EPCOT is scheduled to close that day. This suggests some guests in the park that evening may be treated to a performance of … Read more