What’s better than watching Disney World fireworks? How about watching them while on a cruise?

Happily Ever After

Fireworks are a big part of the Disney experience. They light up the sky, enchanting viewers with music and lights and spectacle, and are just, well, magical! But we bet you didn’t know about this exclusive way to view the iconic Magic Kingdom fireworks.

Happily Ever After is the current fireworks show that takes place nightly at Magic Kingdom. But, did you know that Disney Vacation Club Members are able to watch the fireworks while aboard a special cruise?!

Magic Kingdom fireworks view from a past cruise

Set sail on Seven Seas Lagoon where you can watch the nighttime spectacular with a breathtaking view during the Disney Vacation Club Happily Ever After Fireworks Cruise!

This magical experience includes:

• A champagne toast accompanied by a personal box of sweet and savory treats.
• The Happily Ever After fireworks show illuminates the sky above Cinderella Castle with a stunning pyrotechnic display synchronized to music and soundtracks from beloved Disney movies.
• Weather and schedule allowing, you’ll also enjoy an up-close view of the Electrical Water Pageant, featuring barges adorned with vibrant lights that create whimsical animals and patriotic stars and stripes.

Sparkling Wine in Light-Up Souvenir Champagne Flutes

This experience can accommodate several parties, with two 10-passenger boats, and will take place on Wednesday evenings. Guests should arrive 1 hour and 30 minutes before the start of the Happily Ever After nighttime spectacular and departure will be 1 hour before the fireworks begin.

The boats

Check-in for the event will take place at The Boat Nook at Disney’s Contemporary Resort. The experience is priced at $85 per person, plus tax, and advance reservations are necessary, with full payment required at the time of booking. For reservations, you can call Member Services at (800) 800-9800 to check availability and secure your booking. Capacity for each cruise is limited, so booking in advance is essential.

Boat Nook

Important information regarding this experience:

• If traveling via your own private vehicle, please park in the Magic Kingdom parking lot.
• Seating is limited. However, wheelchairs and ECVs can be accommodated. Guests using a wheelchair or ECV will need to transfer to a boat seat.
• Please note that Magic Kingdom fireworks may be changed or canceled without prior notice due to inclement weather. The Disney Vacation Club Happily Ever After Fireworks Cruise will still occur in inclement weather—including rainy and cold weather—but may be modified or canceled due to extreme weather conditions.
• Guests must be 21 years of age or older to consume alcoholic beverages. A valid form of government identification will be required to verify age.
• All menu items and event experiences are subject to change without notice.
• Cancellations must be made at least 48 hours in advance to avoid forfeiting the full price of the experience.
• When booking, any infants should be included in the party.
• No personal food or beverages will be permitted.
• While Guests may be able to see fireworks, visibility is not guaranteed.
• Entertainment is subject to change or cancellation and is not guaranteed.
• A valid Disney Vacation Club Membership Card and photo ID are required at check-in. Member must be eligible for Direct Purchase Benefits.

Happily Ever After

This experience is only available for current Disney Vacation Club Members and their guests. Happily Ever After is an incredible nighttime spectacular and we bet that watching it while aboard a special cruise will make it even more magical. Stay tuned as we bring you all the latest in Disney World updates!

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