Tag: Fireworks

IllumiNations: Reflections of Earth to Be Replaced by All-New Show in 2019!

Posted on by Debra Martin Koma
Walt Disney World has announced that after nearly 20 years, "IllumiNations: Reflections of Earth" will end its run in the second half of next year. "IllumiNations: Reflections of Earth" is planned to run until the end of summer 2019. It debuted in October 1999 as part of the Walt Disney World Millennium Celebration. The Disney Parks Live Entertainment team is currently creating a new show that will debut immediately following the conclusion of "IllumiNations," to continue the tradition of nightly entertainment on World Showcase Lagoon.
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Sept. 3 Marks the End of Pixar Fest and “Together Forever – A Pixar Nighttime Spectacular”

Posted on by Debra Martin Koma
Pixar Fest concludes on September 3 at the Disneyland Resort, which means there are just three more weeks that you’ll be able to see “Together Forever – A Pixar Nighttime Spectacular.” This show depicts iconic Pixar characters meeting for the first time, setting out on adventures, overcoming adversities, and forging lasting bonds. And while the … Continue reading "Sept. 3 Marks the End of Pixar Fest and “Together Forever – A Pixar Nighttime Spectacular”"
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Disney Summer Doldrums

Posted on by Scott Thomas
I am in the middle of a long time between visits to Walt Disney World. While I love photographing at WDW, most of the time I unable to be there. What does a Disney photographer do while counting down to the next Disney trip? In my case, I like to explore other aspects of photography … Continue reading "Disney Summer Doldrums"
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Fireworks and Monorails at Epcot

Posted on by Scott Thomas
A monorail passes Journey into Imagination’s Reverse Waterfall as Illuminations fireworks explode overhead.Nikon D700/Tokina 11-16mm, 15.7s, f/9, ISO 400, EV 0, 16mm Focal Length, Tripod. Scott is taking this week off to enjoy Fourth of July festivities which will include fireworks. It reminded him of this photo of a monorail passing Journey into Imagination’s Reverse … Continue reading "Fireworks and Monorails at Epcot"
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After Fireworks Dessert Party Coming to Magic Kingdom

Posted on by Debra Martin Koma
Starting May 28, the Magic Kingdom will offer a new After Fireworks Dessert Party, held at the Tomorrowland Terrace Restaurant immediately following the Happily Ever After Fireworks. The new offering, which is $69 for adults and $41 for children, includes fireworks viewing in a special area in the Plaza Garden, and an array of all-you-care-to-enjoy desserts and savory snacks.
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Photographing Happily Ever After in the Magic Kingdom

Posted on by Scott Thomas
The new Happily Ever After Fireworks and Castle Projection Show in the Magic Kingdom is wonderful, beautiful, uplifting, emotional and a visual and musical delight. But, for a still photographer, like myself, it is extremely challenging. I like my firework photographs to have colorful long streams and bursts. For the previous fireworks show, Wishes, the … Continue reading "Photographing Happily Ever After in the Magic Kingdom"
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Savor, Sip and Sparkle at California Grill

Posted on by AllEars
We attended the Celebration at the Top – Savor, Sip and Sparkle event at California Grill on Sunday, October 1. This was a MNSSHP night at Magic Kingdom, so we started at 9:15PM with fireworks at 10:15. Times vary with the MK fireworks schedule. We arrived and checked in at the California Grill podium on … Continue reading "Savor, Sip and Sparkle at California Grill"
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